HR Generalist
<p>We are looking for a dedicated HR Generalist to join our team in La Palma, California. This role is a Contract to permanent position, ideal for someone eager to take ownership of diverse HR functions within a fast-paced wholesale distribution environment. As the sole HR representative, you will play a pivotal role in fostering employee engagement, managing day-to-day operations, and driving organizational culture.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer payroll processing, employee timecards, and time-off requests to ensure accurate and timely transactions.</p><p>• Coordinate recruitment efforts by partnering with managers to identify and attract top talent.</p><p>• Oversee onboarding processes, including coordinating training schedules to ensure smooth transitions for new hires.</p><p>• Develop and implement talent management strategies in collaboration with managers to align employee development with business goals.</p><p>• Create, revise, and enforce company policies to maintain compliance and support organizational objectives.</p><p>• Manage employee data and HRIS systems, including documenting performance reviews and addressing workplace concerns.</p><p>• Handle benefits administration, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.</p><p>• Provide guidance to managers and employees to enhance performance and align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Stay informed about labor laws, safety regulations, and legal requirements to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Perform additional HR-related tasks as needed to support the business.Temporary HR Generalist</p><p>📍 <strong>La Palma, CA</strong> | ⏰ <strong>Part-Time, 3 Days/Week</strong> | 📅 <strong>10/1/25 – 1/2/26</strong></p><p>Company Overview</p><p>We are a premier distributor primarily based on the West Coast and ship nationwide daily. For over 60 years, we have built our success on high integrity, strong product knowledge, and trusted partnerships with customers and vendors. We are excited to welcome a motivated HR professional to support our team during this temporary engagement.</p><p>Position Summary</p><p>We are seeking a <strong>Temporary HR Generalist</strong> to serve as a one-person HR department, supporting all day-to-day HR operations. This is a <strong>part-time role (24 hours/week)</strong>, ideal for an HR professional who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys balancing tactical and strategic responsibilities. The assignment will run from <strong>October 1, 2025 through January 2, 2026.</strong></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process payroll and manage employee timecards and time-off requests.</li><li>Support full-cycle recruiting, including job postings, background checks, and application management.</li><li>Oversee onboarding tasks such as ADP setup, new hire paperwork, and training assignments.</li><li>Maintain and update employee records in ADP Workforce Now.</li><li>Administer employee benefits and assist with open enrollment support.</li><li>Manage workers’ compensation claims and incident reporting.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.</li><li>Provide general HR support and complete ad hoc projects as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a generalist HR role.</p><p>• Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and other HRIS systems.</p><p>• Strong knowledge of payroll administration and HRIS database management.</p><p>• Experience in recruitment, onboarding, and employee training coordination.</p><p>• Familiarity with benefits administration, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.</p><p>• Ability to create and enforce company policies and ensure compliance with labor laws.</p><p>• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate collaboration with employees and managers.</p><p>• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.Qualifications</p><ul><li>4+ years of HR Generalist experience, with expertise in payroll, compliance, and recruiting.</li><li>Hands-on experience with <strong>ADP Workforce Now</strong>.</li><li>Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage priorities independently.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills with a proactive, solutions-driven approach.</li></ul><p>Schedule & Compensation</p><ul><li><strong>Schedule:</strong> 8 hours/day, 3 days per week (24 hours/week).</li><li><strong>Duration:</strong> October 1, 2025 – January 2, 2026.</li><li><strong>Compensation:</strong> Competitive hourly rate (DOE).</li></ul><p><br></p>
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- La Palma, CA
- onsite
- Contract / Temporary to Hire
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30.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a dedicated HR Generalist to join our team in La Palma, California. This role is a Contract to permanent position, ideal for someone eager to take ownership of diverse HR functions within a fast-paced wholesale distribution environment. As the sole HR representative, you will play a pivotal role in fostering employee engagement, managing day-to-day operations, and driving organizational culture.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer payroll processing, employee timecards, and time-off requests to ensure accurate and timely transactions.</p><p>• Coordinate recruitment efforts by partnering with managers to identify and attract top talent.</p><p>• Oversee onboarding processes, including coordinating training schedules to ensure smooth transitions for new hires.</p><p>• Develop and implement talent management strategies in collaboration with managers to align employee development with business goals.</p><p>• Create, revise, and enforce company policies to maintain compliance and support organizational objectives.</p><p>• Manage employee data and HRIS systems, including documenting performance reviews and addressing workplace concerns.</p><p>• Handle benefits administration, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.</p><p>• Provide guidance to managers and employees to enhance performance and align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Stay informed about labor laws, safety regulations, and legal requirements to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Perform additional HR-related tasks as needed to support the business.Temporary HR Generalist</p><p>📍 <strong>La Palma, CA</strong> | ⏰ <strong>Part-Time, 3 Days/Week</strong> | 📅 <strong>10/1/25 – 1/2/26</strong></p><p>Company Overview</p><p>We are a premier distributor primarily based on the West Coast and ship nationwide daily. For over 60 years, we have built our success on high integrity, strong product knowledge, and trusted partnerships with customers and vendors. We are excited to welcome a motivated HR professional to support our team during this temporary engagement.</p><p>Position Summary</p><p>We are seeking a <strong>Temporary HR Generalist</strong> to serve as a one-person HR department, supporting all day-to-day HR operations. This is a <strong>part-time role (24 hours/week)</strong>, ideal for an HR professional who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys balancing tactical and strategic responsibilities. The assignment will run from <strong>October 1, 2025 through January 2, 2026.</strong></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process payroll and manage employee timecards and time-off requests.</li><li>Support full-cycle recruiting, including job postings, background checks, and application management.</li><li>Oversee onboarding tasks such as ADP setup, new hire paperwork, and training assignments.</li><li>Maintain and update employee records in ADP Workforce Now.</li><li>Administer employee benefits and assist with open enrollment support.</li><li>Manage workers’ compensation claims and incident reporting.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.</li><li>Provide general HR support and complete ad hoc projects as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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