People & Culture Manager

HRPivot; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consulting firm is seeking a dedicated onsite HR Manager/People & Culture Associate for a client in the apparel manufacturing industry. This role involves managing HR functions, supporting leadership, and driving people operations. Ideal candidates are self-starters with strong interpersonal skills and a solid understanding of California employment law. Join a mission-driven team that values people-first solutions and offers competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Mentorship opportunities

Development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Possible hybrid option after onboarding

Qualifications

• 3 years of HR experience in a generalist capacity.
• Solid understanding of California employment law.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the dedicated onsite HR resource, supporting employees and managers.
• Lead HR initiatives like onboarding and policy implementation.
• Build an inclusive workplace culture reflecting the client’s values.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Proactivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field

Job description

At HRPivot, we’re not your traditional HR consulting firm. We specialize in providing scalable, strategic human resources solutions to growing businesses across multiple industries. Our flexible model allows our HR professionals to embed directly with clients, becoming a trusted partner in all things HR—from compliance to culture. Our mission is simple: to make HR a strategic asset, not an administrative burden.

Learn more at www.hrpivot.com.

Position Summary

We’re looking for a dedicated onsite HR Manager/People & Culture Associateto serve as the primary HR resource for one of our fast-paced, high-growth clients in the apparel manufacturing industry. In this role, you’ll operate as the go-to HR expert at their facility—managing day-to-day HR functions, building culture, supporting leadership, and driving people operations forward.

Although you’ll be employed by HRPivot, you’ll work directly onsite with the client, fully integrated into their team and culture. For all intents and purposes, you’ll be their HR partner on the ground, with access to support and collaboration from the broader HRPivot team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is a self-starter, thrives in dynamic environments, and is looking to have a direct impact on a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the dedicated onsite HR resource, supporting employees and managers with all HR-related matters.

• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, coaching, and conflict resolution.

• Lead or support key HR initiatives such as onboarding, policy implementation, DEI programs, and engagement efforts.

• Build and promote a strong and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the client’s mission and values.

• Partner with leadership to identify and address organizational development opportunities.

• Support the client through growth phases, including change management and potential IPO-readiness (experience a plus).

• Assist with compliance, benefits administration, leave management, and HR documentation.

• Coordinate and collaborate with HRPivot's internal team for strategic support, compliance review, and policy alignment.

• Work across diverse leadership styles, offering adaptable HR support for both emerging and seasoned managers.

Qualifications

• 3 years of HR experience; ideally in a generalist capacity

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust at all levels

• Proactive, resourceful, and able to work independently with minimal direction

• Comfortable working in a consultative environment with multiple stakeholders

• Solid understanding of California employment law (or applicable state law depending on location)

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field; HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred

Why Join HRPivot?

• Be part of a mission-driven, agile HR team that believes in people-first solutions.

• Work in collaborative client environments with the backing of a seasoned HR consulting firm.

• Access to mentorship, support, and development opportunities within HRPivot’s network.

• Flexibility and autonomy to make a tangible impact on growing organizations.

• Competitive salary and benefits, with a possible hybrid option after successful onboarding.
• Salary Range: $75,000-$100,000