Operation / HR Generalist Japanese-English Bilingual Required

Humina Resource; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Humina Resource in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced Operation / HR Generalist to manage day-to-day HR operations in a hands-on, detail-oriented role within a small to mid-sized team.

The position requires Japanese-English bilingual proficiency, payroll processing experience, and a solid understanding of California labor laws. On-site work in Irvine and a compensation package in the $60k–$75k range DOE are offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in human resources.
• Japanese-English bilingual is required.
• Hands-on payroll processing experience.
• Knowledge of California labor laws preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in small or mid-sized companies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle HR operations including onboarding and offboarding.
• Process and manage payroll accurately and in a timely manner.
• Administer employee benefits (health, dental, vision, etc.).
• Maintain and update employee records and HR documentation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state (California), and local labor laws.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries and HR-related issues.
• Support performance management and employee relations as needed.
• Assist with recruiting efforts, including job postings and interview coordination.
• Communicate and coordinate with internal stakeholders in both English and Japanese.
• Collaborate with management to improve HR processes and workplace practices.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR operations

Onboarding

Compliance

Bilingual (Japanese-English)

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Operation / HR Generalist

Japanese-English Bilingual Required

Full-time | Irvine, CA

Compensation & Benefits: $60,000–$75,000/year (DOE)

About the Company

We are a growing company based in Irvine, CA, operating in a specialized manufacturing and distribution industry. With a team of approximately 30–40 employees, we value efficiency, collaboration, and a supportive work environment.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Operation / HR Generalist to support and manage day-to-day HR operations. This role is ideal for someone who is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing a wide range of HR responsibilities in a small to mid-sized organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle HR operations including onboarding and offboarding processes
• Process and manage payroll accurately and in a timely manner
• Administer employee benefits (health, dental, vision, etc.)
• Maintain and update employee records and HR documentation
• Ensure compliance with federal, state (California), and local labor laws
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries and HR-related issues
• Support performance management and employee relations as needed
• Assist with recruiting efforts, including job postings and interview coordination
• Communicate and coordinate with internal stakeholders in both English and Japanese
• Collaborate with management to improve HR processes and workplace practices

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in Human Resources
• Japanese-English bilingual (required)
• Hands-on experience with payroll processing (required)
• Strong knowledge of HR operations including onboarding, offboarding, and compliance
• Familiarity with California labor laws preferred
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working in a small or mid-sized company preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) is a plus, but not required

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary: $60,000–$75,000 (DOE)
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Performance-based bonus

What We're Looking For

• A proactive and reliable team player
• Someone who can take ownership of HR functions independently
• A hands-on professional who is comfortable managing both administrative and strategic HR tasks
• Ability to work effectively in a bilingual (Japanese-English) business environment

Work Environment

• On-site position in Irvine, CA
• Collaborative and team-oriented workplace