Human Resources (HR) Generalist
Robert Half · Salinas, CA · 4 days ago
On-siteHuman ResourcesTemporary
Responsibilities
- Support daily human resources operations by managing onboarding activities, preparing new employee documentation, and coordinating orientation and training for non-union employees.
- Aid in employee relations by responding to routine workplace concerns, assisting with lower-level grievances, and escalating more complex issues as necessary.
- Provide administrative support for recruitment efforts for non-union positions, including candidate coordination and pre-employment processing.
- Administer benefits and leave-related processes by maintaining records, supporting employee eligibility review, and assisting with compliance documentation.
- Care for pre-employment requirements such as drug screenings and related onboarding clearances to facilitate a smooth start for new employees.
- Perform accurate HR and payroll data entry while maintaining confidential personnel information within HR systems.
- Review and correct timekeeping records as needed to ensure payroll accuracy in environments using biometric time capture.
- Partner with HR and payroll team members to support workforce changes and maintain timely, compliant employee records.
- Contribute to compliance with wage and hour requirements and other applicable employment regulations through consistent documentation and process support.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist or closely related HR support role.
- Practical knowledge of employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, and HR compliance processes.
- Experience supporting HRIS platforms; familiarity with ADP systems is preferred.
- Ability to complete data entry and record maintenance with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Understanding of leave administration, employment eligibility practices, and wage and hour guidelines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with employees, managers, and cross-functional teams.
- Assistance with basic payroll support tasks, including timecard review and corrections.
Qualifications
- Associate degree preferred.
Skills
- Employee relations
- Onboarding
- Benefits administration
- HR compliance processes
- Data entry
- Timekeeping
- Recruitment
- Compliance with wage and hour requirements
Benefits
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- Lifetime Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
Pay
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Schedule
- Long-term contract position.