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5 results for Hr Payroll Assistant in Modesto, CA

Human Resources Administrator
  • Merced, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24.7 - 28.6 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Human Resources Administrator to support a wide range of HR operations in Merced, California. This Long-term Contract position will focus on employee relations, onboarding coordination, compliance support, and accurate administration of personnel records across the organization. The person in this role will work closely with leaders, employees, union representatives, recruiters, and payroll partners to help maintain consistent HR practices and timely follow-through on sensitive matters.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee day-to-day HR administrative activities, including maintaining organized employee files and ensuring personnel records remain accurate, current, and audit-ready.<br>• Guide onboarding activities from offer stage through start date by coordinating interviews, preparing employment documentation, scheduling pre-employment screenings, and supporting new employee readiness.<br>• Partner with department managers to track performance review completion, verify supporting documentation, and confirm alignment with company standards and applicable employment regulations.<br>• Provide HR support on employee relations matters involving both non-union and union team members, using the appropriate communication approach and process for each employee group.<br>• Assist with sensitive workforce issues such as workers’ compensation cases, corrective action documentation, and separation processes while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.<br>• Coordinate with recruiting teams to post vacancies, manage staffing-related logistics, and support timely movement of candidates through the selection process.<br>• Work alongside payroll and benefits contacts to submit and track updates related to compensation changes, benefits administration, and other employee status adjustments.<br>• Help reinforce compliance with HR policies, labor requirements, and internal procedures through accurate documentation, follow-up, and routine record review.
  • 2026-10-09T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Coordinator
  • Los Banos, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a bilingual Human Resources Coordinator who is fluent in Spanish and English to support HR operations for a food processing organization in California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong experience in recruiting, onboarding, employee support, and HR record management. The position will play a key role in creating a smooth hiring experience, maintaining compliance, and assisting employees with benefit-related questions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full front-end hiring process by evaluating applications, screening candidates, and helping move suitable talent through the recruitment pipeline.<br>• Arrange interviews and coordinate communication between candidates, hiring managers, and site leadership to keep hiring activities on schedule.<br>• Oversee pre-employment steps such as background-related requirements, testing appointments, and orientation planning to ensure timely onboarding.<br>• Monitor staffing needs on a regular basis and partner with operational leaders to identify openings and hiring priorities.<br>• Lead onboarding sessions for new employees, prepare orientation logistics, and ensure employment paperwork is completed accurately and on time.<br>• Enter and maintain employee information in the HRIS, including new employee data, while supporting accurate documentation and recordkeeping.<br>• Review work authorization documents and maintain I-9 compliance in accordance with company policy and legal standards.<br>• Explain workplace policies, required notices, and key procedures to new employees so they begin employment with clear expectations.<br>• Respond to employee questions regarding health, retirement, and wellness programs, and assist with benefits-related forms and disability documentation.<br>• Support recruiting events such as job fairs and maintain organized HR files and personnel records for ongoing compliance and audit readiness.
  • 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z
Payroll Coordinator
  • Lodi, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator to support payroll administration activities for a service-focused organization in Lodi, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys accurate data management, responsive employee support, and working in a fast-paced environment with recurring deadlines. The person in this role will help maintain payroll records, prepare key payroll documentation, and assist with routine account and employee updates while ensuring consistency and confidentiality.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review time and attendance records for branch and corporate teams to identify discrepancies and support accurate payroll processing.<br>• Prepare payroll-related documentation in advance of processing cycles, including compiling sales information and adjusting holiday-related entries when needed.<br>• Maintain employee payroll records by updating address information and ensuring data changes are entered correctly and on time.<br>• Handle zero-dollar return items during pre-note stages and complete related follow-up tasks with accuracy.<br>• Coordinate the issuance, replacement, and review of pay cards for new and existing employees, including audit-related checks.<br>• Generate and distribute required timesheet reports to support payroll review and approval activities.<br>• Assist with routine payroll support tasks and respond to administrative requests as business needs arise.<br>• Help uphold organized payroll files and verify that records align with established procedures and checklists.
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Sr. HR Generalist
  • Livermore, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 40 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Contract to Hire Role - 100% on-site in Livermore, CA</strong></p><p><strong>Senior HR Generalist</strong> - Sole HR Person for the Organization</p><p><strong>Bilingual in English/Spanish highly preferred. </strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. HR Generalist to support a dynamic organization in Livermore, California. This role will lead essential human resources activities across employee support, compliance, recruiting, benefits, and payroll. The ideal candidate brings broad HR expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently while building strong partnerships across the business.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day human resources activities for a workforce of approximately 100 employees, ensuring smooth and effective HR service delivery.</p><p>• Review, refine, and maintain HR policies, internal procedures, handbook content, and other core documentation to keep programs current and consistent.</p><p>• Monitor adherence to employment regulations and HR standards at the federal, state, and local levels, with particular attention to California requirements.</p><p>• Oversee employee records, HR data accuracy, reporting, and supporting documentation to maintain reliable and organized personnel information.</p><p>• Guide employees and managers through key stages of the employment lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, job changes, leave events, and separations.</p><p>• Advise leadership on workforce planning, employee engagement efforts, performance concerns, corrective action, and policy interpretation.</p><p>• Manage end-to-end recruitment activities across departments, including candidate coordination, interview scheduling, offer administration, and pre-employment onboarding steps.</p><p>• Administer benefits and leave programs, serve as a point of contact for vendors and brokers, and support annual enrollment and employee education activities.</p><p>• Process or supervise payroll updates related to hires, departures, compensation changes, and deductions while coordinating with payroll and finance contacts to resolve issues.</p>
  • 2026-10-05T00:00:00Z
Human Resources Generalist
  • Stockton, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an HR Generalist to support core people operations and help create a positive, well-organized employee experience in Stockton, California. This role will partner with employees, managers, and HR leadership across day-to-day HR activities, including employee support, onboarding, performance processes, and administrative coordination. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organization, and the ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism and accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please contact Nikhil Anand via LinkedIn or call (209) 227-1478.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Address routine employee concerns, document relevant details, and resolve issues within established HR guidelines while referring higher-risk situations to senior HR leaders.</p><p>• Advise employees and supervisors on company policies, standard procedures, and everyday HR practices to promote consistent application across teams.</p><p>• Organize performance management activities by supporting goal-setting cycles, review timelines, manager documentation, and follow-through on required steps.</p><p>• Assist with engagement efforts by helping administer surveys, collecting feedback, monitoring action items, and supporting internal communication initiatives.</p><p>• Coordinate onboarding activities for new team members, including paperwork, scheduling, and orientation support, to deliver a smooth and consistent introduction to the organization.</p><p>• Oversee offboarding administration by preparing documentation, coordinating departures, and helping ensure compliance with company requirements.</p><p>• Provide operational HR support in areas such as benefits questions, open enrollment coordination, leave administration, retirement plan inquiries, and upkeep of employee records in HR systems.</p><p>• Arrange training sessions and support HR communications and educational programs that strengthen employee understanding of workplace practices and culture.</p><p>• Monitor HR workflows, reports, and administrative processes while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and standardization across operations.</p>
  • 2026-10-02T00:00:00Z