Human Resources Generalist at Aston Carter Santa Fe Springs, CA

Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long‑term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job summary

The Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute in Santa Fe Springs, CA, is seeking a Human Resources Generalist. This onsite position requires managing the full-cycle recruitment process, overseeing employee benefits, and ensuring compliance with HR regulations.

Ideal candidates should possess a minimum of 3 years in HR, with strong knowledge in recruitment, employee relations, and benefits administration. The pay ranges between $25.00 - $31.00 per hour, with various employee benefits available.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in Human Resources.
• Expertise in recruitment and employee onboarding processes is essential.
• Strong understanding of employee relations and HR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle recruitment including job postings and interview coordination.
• Administer employee benefits programs and act as the primary contact for related inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.

Skills

3+ years of experience in Human Resources

Recruitment and employee onboarding expertise

Strong employee relations and HR compliance knowledge

Benefits administration and open enrollment experience

Proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems

Experience managing leave of absence programs

Education

Preferred HR certification (SHRM or PHR)

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Job Title

Human Resources Generalist

Location

Aston Carter, Santa Fe Springs, CA

Contact

If you are interested, please send your resume to [e-mail].

Responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle recruitment including job postings, candidate sourcing, interview coordination, and offer preparation.
• Coordinate pre‑employment screenings and approvals.
• Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding processes.
• Administer employee benefits programs including health, life, EAP, cafeteria plans, 401(k), and ESOP; serve as the primary contact for benefits‑related inquiries and issue resolution.
• Oversee leave of absence programs including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, personal, and workers' compensation; submit and manage workers' compensation claims.
• Maintain and update job descriptions and performance evaluations in collaboration with department leaders.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; prepare and submit EEO, affirmative action, and other required government reports.
• Respond to subpoenas and maintain regulatory postings.
• Assist in updating and implementing HR policies and the employee handbook.
• Provide guidance to managers on employee relations, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement plans.
• Support organizational development initiatives and employee engagement strategies.
• Participate in the development and execution of departmental goals and continuous improvement plans.
• Maintain HRIS and ensure data accuracy.
• Process and administer bi‑weekly payroll in coordination with Finance.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and billing reconciliation.
• Act as a backup to the Director of Human Resources.
• Lead or support special HR projects and audits as needed.
• Promote a culture of safety and compliance in accordance with company policies.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in Human Resources.
• Recruitment and employee onboarding expertise.
• Strong employee relations and HR compliance knowledge.
• Benefits administration and open enrollment experience.
• Proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems.
• Experience managing leave of absence programs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred HR certification (SHRM or PHR).
• Manufacturing experience.
• Bilingual Spanish is a plus but not required.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $31.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions.
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for employee and dependents).
• Short and long‑term disability.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Santa Fe Springs, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 2, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.