Human Resources Generalist (30734)

Pentagon Technologies; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401K with employer match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life and AD&D

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Pentagon Technologies, Inc. seeks an HR Generalist to join our Hayward, CA facility. Based on-site, you will be the point of contact for management and staff, handling HR matters with generalist expertise during normal business hours. Travel to other company factories up to 15% may occur.

This role reports to the HR Lead and DOO, with matrix responsibilities. A manufacturing environment background is a plus, and relocation is not provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred (will consider experience).
• 2+ years HR experience; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations; confidentiality upheld.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; Paycom HRIS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer HR programs: onboarding, payroll, compensation, discipline, investigations.
• Provide day-to-day HR operations support: orientation, policies, benefits, compliance.
• Support recruiting: postings, descriptions, offers, and candidate screening.
• Respond to inquiries; escalate complex matters as needed.
• Attend disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local laws and best practices.
• Keep current on HR trends, regulations, and technology.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Integrity & confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Paycom / HRIS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, business admin, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Paycom

Job description

Pentagon Technologies, Inc. is a leader in providing mission-critical semiconductor services that touch every device with a computer chip inside. Our customers include the largest semiconductor chip and OEM tool manufacturers in the industry. We stay at the forefront of our industry through innovation, technical proficiency, and our amazing employees. Our industry is in the midst of unprecedented growth and Pentagon is seeking outstanding candidates to join our team!

The Role

Pentagon Technologies is looking for an HR Generalist to be part of our team! You’ll be based in our Hayward, CA facility. You will touch on all aspects of HR, with a primary focus on being an on-site point-of-contact for management and employees, supporting them in various aspects of human resources and providing generalist level expertise.

This position has matrix reporting to the HR Lead and factory Director of Operations (DOO). This is an on-site position during regular business hours with no flexibility for remote or hybrid. This position may have infrequent travel (to other company factories) of up to 15%.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to: onboarding, payroll, compensation; progressive disciplinary; employee relations and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Provides day-to-day HR operations support to include but not limited to: employee orientation and exit, HR policies and processes, benefits admin (open enrollment, leaves, etc.), leaves and accommodations management, HR compliance, etc.
• Supports the recruiting function by screening and facilitating the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions including completing job offers, job postings, and job descriptions.
• Responds to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, industrial relations, labor relations, communications, or related field (preferred) and will consider experience on year-to-year basis in lieu of 4-year degree.
• Minimum 2 years of HR experience, prefer 3-4+ years progressive experience
• HR experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems; Paycom experience highly preferred

Perks of Working at Pentagon Technologies

At the end of the day, our strength comes from our people, and we are determined to recognize and promote your wellbeing be it professionally, financially, physically, or mentally.

• Generous PTO
• 401K program with employer matching contribution
• Health, dental, vision Insurance (with generous employer contribution)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance (fully employer paid)
• Life and AD&D (employer paid & voluntary option)
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Be advised that Pentagon Technologies does not offer relocation assistance for this position. Candidates who do not reside near the posted location will be responsible for covering all relocation costs. By applying for this position, candidates acknowledge and agree that they will be solely responsible for any expenses incurred in relocating to the area if selected for the role.

Pentagon Technologies is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (AA/EOE/W/M/Vet/Disabled) and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment of associates. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.