Pinnacle Recruitment Services is hiring: HR Generalist in Bakersfield



About the Company

Our client is a leading organization in the industrial services sector, known for its strong operational foundation, commitment to compliance, and employee-focused culture. They are looking for a hands-on and proactive HR Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations, employee relations, and compliance efforts. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an HR professional seeking long-term growth in a dynamic and collaborative work environment

Key Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle recruiting including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and onboarding
• Administer employee benefits, leaves of absence, and workers’ compensation claims
• Maintain HRIS data, employee records, and documentation in compliance with labor regulations
• Assist with payroll processing and related employee inquiries
• Address employee relations issues and support managers with policy interpretation and coaching
• Monitor compliance with federal and California labor laws, including wage and hour, safety, and leave laws
• Participate in performance review processes and training initiatives
• Support company policies, safety procedures, and HR best practices
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and assist with audits as needed
• Take part in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives
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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of generalist-level HR experience, preferably in an industrial or operations-based environment
• Working knowledge of California labor laws and HR compliance standards
• Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Ability to handle sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality and professionalism