The HR Source is hiring: HR Generalist in Irvine

The HR SOURCE is currently partnering with a growing manufacturing organization to identify a skilled Human Resources Generalist. This is a direct-hire opportunity with a client that values compliance, accuracy, and consistent operational support.

Position Overview The HR Generalist will support the internal People and Culture department in day-to-day operations. This role is essential for upholding compliance and consistency across the organization. The selected candidate will manage a wide range of HR functions—including employee relations, onboarding, recruitment coordination, and payroll support—while ensuring adherence to California and federal employment regulations for the client's multi-state operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Employee Relations: Serve as the first point of contact for routine HR questions, supporting employees and leadership with professionalism and consistency.
  

• Onboarding & Training: Coordinate and conduct new hire onboarding, orientations, and compliance training; ensure all documentation and acknowledgments are completed accurately.
  

• Data Management: Maintain personnel files in physical and digital formats and support HRIS updates, position changes, and data accuracy.
  

• Recruitment Support: Assist with recruitment activities, including posting roles, reviewing resumes, scheduling interviews, and preparing offer letters.
  

• Timekeeping & Compliance: Support timekeeping, review missing punches, and help maintain accurate attendance and meal/rest break compliance for California standards.
  

• Payroll & Benefits: Provide payroll support under HR direction and assist with benefits enrollment tracking, open enrollment, and employee communication.
  

• Leave Administration: Assist with leave of absence paperwork, status updates, and follow-through.
  

• Regulatory Adherence: Help maintain compliance with California and federal labor laws, as well as multi-state requirements; support audits, reporting, and HR compliance initiatives.
  

• Engagement: Assist in planning employee engagement activities, recognition efforts, and culture-related initiatives.
  

• Special Projects: Support workforce planning tasks and the preparation of reports and materials for leadership and audits.
  

• Best Practices: Stay informed on HR best practices and regulatory changes; support investigations and help resolve employee matters when needed.
  

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
  

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a generalist or administrative HR role.
  

• Industry Focus: Experience in manufacturing or fabrication environments is highly preferred.
  

• Legal Knowledge: Strong knowledge of California labor laws and general HR compliance requirements.
  

• Technical Skills: Experience with HRIS platforms and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.
  

• Certification: PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
  

• Discretion: Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with absolute discretion.
  

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Primary work performed in an office environment with moderate noise levels.
  

• Frequently required to sit, use hands, and operate standard office equipment.
  

• Occasionally required to walk, stand, or lift up to 25 pounds.
  

• Occasional travel between local facilities may be required.
  

Benefits (Provided by Client)

• 401(k) with matching
  

• Dental, Health, Vision, and Life insurance
  

• Paid time off