People & Culture Generalist

Taleo; Chino (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) with match

Growth opportunities

Family‑oriented culture

Job summary

Metrie, based in Chino, California, is seeking a People & Culture Generalist to partner with leaders and employees, shaping culture and engagement on site five days a week. You’ll handle employee relations, performance management, development, analytics, payroll and benefits administration, and compliance, reporting to the US West BP, and help build trusted relationships across the organization.

This role requires bilingual Spanish/English, strong knowledge of CA and federal employment laws, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of three years HR experience in a high-volume environment.
• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English.
• Working knowledge of California and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams, SharePoint).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site People & Culture resource for employees and leaders.
• Support the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, engagement, performance management, learning and development, payroll and benefits administration, and offboarding.
• Provide day-to-day HR guidance to employees and leaders, resolve routine concerns, escalate complex matters as appropriate.
• Partner with leaders on employee relations matters, investigations, performance management, attendance, and corrective action.
• Lead hourly and salaried recruitment activities, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer administration, and onboarding.
• Support and coordinate People & Culture programs, training initiatives, projects, and process improvement activities.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR data, and support people reporting and analytics.
• Help ensure compliance with company policies and California and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Build trusted relationships across the business and maintain a visible, approachable People & Culture presence.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

MS Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business or related field

Experience + education considered

Tools

ADP

SharePoint

Visio

Teams

Job description

Who We Are

North America’s largest manufacturer and distributor of interior millwork producing and selling interior finishings. We have been steadily growing our footprint and industry leadership for 100 years. Established in 1926, still owned by the founding family, we continue to have the same focus on product excellence and a superior customer experience. We help people transform houses into homes.

Why should you work for Metrie? With us, you’re more than just a number. We work hard to create a home for our Metrie family where you are empowered to be your best every day. Your contributions matter to us! We take pride in our culture of learning, ownership, and one team, and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.

Watch this video to see why our employees feel like they truly belong here: Metrie's Brand Purpose

What You’ll Do

If you’re passionate about helping people thrive, enjoy solving problems, and want to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

As our People & Culture Generalist, you’ll partner closely with our leaders and employees at our Chino location to shape our culture, strengthen engagement and drive meaningful people outcomes every single day. You will help drive a wide spectrum of high-visibility work, from employee relations, performance management, employee development, analytics, engagement, and compliance support. Reporting to the People and Culture Business Partner, US West, you’ll play a key role in creating a positive employee experience while supporting business success across the operation.

Location: This role is based at our Chino, California branch and requires on-site presence five days a week.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site People & Culture resource for employees and leaders.
• Support the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, engagement, performance management, learning and development, payroll and benefits administration, and offboarding.
• Provide day-to-day HR guidance to employees and leaders, resolve routine concerns, connect employees with available resources, and escalation complex matters as appropriate.
• Partner with leaders on employee relations matters, investigations, performance management, attendance, and corrective action.
• Lead hourly and salaried recruitment activities, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer administration, and onboarding.
• Support and coordinate People & Culture programs, training initiatives, projects, and process improvement activities.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR data, and support people reporting and analytics.
• Help ensure compliance with company policies and California and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Build trusted relationships across the business and maintain a visible, approachable People & Culture presence.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three years’ HR experience in a high-volume environment; experience supporting employees and leaders in a distribution, manufacturing, or industrial environment is strongly preferred.
• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English.
• Working knowledge of California and federal employment laws and regulations, and the ability to apply them in day-to-day HR practices.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams, and SharePoint; experience with ADP is an asset.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence at all levels of the organization.
• High level of professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Self-starter with strong attention to detail, results-oriented mindset, and the ability to work effectively in ambiguity.

What Metrie Offers

• A collaborative work environment with a clear strategy and goals.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance — benefits start first of the month following hire.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan — up to 4% match, 100% vested after 6 months.
• Challenging and meaningful work, and the opportunity to participate in cross-functional teams across the company.
• Development opportunities — we recognize potential in our people and strive to offer various opportunities for advancement, training, and personal growth.
• Family-oriented culture, focused on putting our people first.