Human Resource Generalist Jobs

The HR (Human Resources) Generalist carries out a wide range of HR tasks in the following functional areas: recruiting and hiring, administering employee benefits and leaves, employee relations, compliance with company policies and safety programs, organizational trainings, timekeeping, payroll, and as a backup for Accounts Payable.
This position is not eligible for remote work based on the nature of the job duties.
HUMAN RESOURCES

• Participates in developing department goals and objectives.
• Works CFO when issues arise involving unemployment, time and attendance, and policies involving wages.
• Assist with employee performance reviews.
• Maintains employee files and records in electronic and paper form.
• Oversees terminations to ensure they are being conducted in accord with current labor laws.
• Participates in administrative staff meetings when required.
• Handles Workers Compensation Claims, working closely with our insurance carrier.
• Administers various human resources plans and procedures for all company personnel; assists in development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains employee handbook and policies and procedures manual.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational training and opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Monitors and/or participates in employee relations counseling.
• Develops human resources solutions by collecting and analyzing information, recommending courses of action utilizing information and advice from trade organizations such as Cal/Chamber and Mineral to help protect the company from employment lawsuits.
• Assists in talent acquisition by recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding all new employees using Zoho People HRIS software.
• Improves manager and employee performance by identifying and clarifying problems; evaluating potential solutions; implementing selected solutions; coaching and counseling managers and employees.
• Provides support to employees in various HR-related topics such as leaves and compensation and resolves any issues that may arise.
• Protects organizations value by keeping information confidential.

SAFETY

• Conducts IIPP training for all new employees and with all employees when new regulations or laws are enacted.
• Recommends measures to help protect workers from potentially hazardous work methods, processes, or materials.
• Investigates accidents to identify causes or to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future.
• Keeps the company’s Injury & Illness Prevention Program and COVID-19 Prevention Plan up to date with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Inspects or evaluates workplace environments, equipment, or practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
• Investigates injuries to comply with Workers Compensation and Cal/Osha rules and regulations.
• Orders suspension of activities that pose threats to workers health or safety.

PAYROLL/ACCOUNTING

• Records employee information such as exemptions, transfers, and resignations, to maintain and update payroll records.
• Prints and hands out paper checks and check stubs as needed.
• Ensures all payroll entries and time is accurate.
• Verifies that all information for new employees is correctly entered into the payroll system software.
• Keeps up to date on payroll laws in multiple states.
• Registers as an Employer in all new states where the company hires employees.
• Compiles statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and benefit accounts, and submits them to the appropriate departments.
• Reviews employee time records, work charts, wage computation and other information to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies.
• Handles all Direct Deposits and ensures they are done promptly to prevent pay date delay.
• Prepares and files payroll tax returns for multiple states.
• Learns accounts payable position to provide backup when necessary.
• Processes payroll in QuickBooks (eventually it will all be done in Zoho People).
• Submits EDD reporting on new employees in CA.
• Issues and tracks leave time including vacation, personal and sick leave for all employees.
• Completes, verifies, and processes forms and documentation for administration of benefits for 401K, unemployment benefits and medical insurance.

Requirements

• Must be able to speak, read and write in fluent English.
• Prior accounting experience in accounts payable is preferred.
• Additional HR training or certification will be a plus.
• An understanding of general human resource policies and procedures is required.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft suite of Word, Excel, and Outlook, HRIS Software such as Zoho People, QuickBooks, and payroll software.
• A willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction even when faced with obstacles
• Requires excellent interpersonal and coaching skills, strong written and verbal communication, along with time management skills.
• BS/BA in Business, Human Resource or relevant field would be a plus, or a combination of education and verifiable experience in an HR role including payroll/accounting in place of a degree.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Strong ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and resolve problems.
• High School Diploma or equivalent certification is required.
• Basic knowledge of employment/labor laws is required.
• AS in Business Management or a related field is required.

BenefitsHealth Insurance
PTO
401K
4 Paid Holidays