HR Manager

About the role

Joining Piper, a leading provider of advanced rail positioning and safety systems for the transit industry, as a full-time HR Manager in San Diego, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR management, with experience in benefits administration, performance management, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the daily administration of HR services including onboarding, orientation, promotions, and full-time contract administration.
• Administer health benefits to all eligible full-time employees.
• Manage broker resources, benefits renewal, and assist employees with questions about their medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Serve as the primary contact for Workers' Compensation claims and act as the safety manager for the company's IIPP.
• Process company payroll semi-monthly, develop, review, and analyze all reports, and ensure accuracy in the payroll system.
• Coordinate new hire onboarding and employee offboarding through the company payroll system.
• Prepare and configure new-hire equipment, including computer setup, software installation, and creation of user credentials and system access.
• Manage monthly benefits billing reconciliation, verify accurate entries into the payroll system, confirm employee and employer contribution amounts, and ensure all premiums are recorded correctly.
• Partner with the CEO to shape and maintain a compensation strategy aligned with organizational goals and accurately reflect employee roles and responsibilities.
• Develop and refine performance management strategies and processes, overseeing the annual performance review cycle.
• Maintain and update employees' job descriptions, reviewing and revising as needed.
• Create innovative HR programs, services, and processes to continuously improve the department and company.
• Treat others respectfully, foster a workplace environment built on trust, honesty, and professionalism.
• Contribute to team efforts as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or related field
• Five years (5) of progressive HR experience, preferably in management
• SHRM-CP or other Human Resource Certification preferred
• Excellent customer service skills
• Proficiency in managing data with HRIS and Payroll Systems and other software
• Experience with ADP (WFN)
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Experience in benefits administration
• Performance management expertise
• Compliance with HR laws and regulations

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Knowledge of HRIS and Payroll Systems
• Experience with ADP (WFN)

Benefits

• Medical insurance with $450 toward your monthly premium
• Employer-paid vision and dental coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with an employer match
• 13 paid holidays, paid vacation, and sick time

Pay

$110,000.00 - $116,000.00 per year, based on experience

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm