HR Generalist

PACIFIC AMERICAN FISH CO INC•Vernon, CA

6d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

PAFCO is a $700MM+ global seafood manufacturing company with 45+ years of success. Our business is built on trust which has allowed for both our company, and our customers, to succeed together. We are looking for a HR Generalist to help our growing team! The HR Generalist will oversee recruitment, employee relations, workers' compensation and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred)
3–5 years of HR experience in a generalist or similar role
Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem‑solving skills
High attention to detail and confidentiality
Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Be a role model for Integrity, Courage and Conviction
Adapts to changing business needs
Be employee-focused and achievement-driven
Fluent Computer skills
Practical /pragmatic approach to problem solving & timely solution execution
Manage conflicting priorities within tight deadlines effectively
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong collaboration skills to get things done within a matrix organization
Excellent networking skill to build internal and external networks
Excellent organization skills to set priorities
Ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer
Occasional lifting of files or office materials
Flexibility to support business needs as required
Bilingual in English & Spanish required

Nice To Haves

Bachelors’ degree in Business Administration (or related field) preferred

Responsibilities

Employee Relations Serve as a trusted HR contact for employee questions, concerns, and workplace issues
Support employee relations investigations and issue resolution
Promote a positive, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture
Recruitment & Onboarding Coordinate full‑cycle recruiting: posting jobs, screening candidates, scheduling interviews
Assist hiring managers with selection and offer processes
Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation
HR Administration Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data
Prepare HR documentation such as offer letters, employment verifications, and disciplinary records
Support offboarding processes, including exit interviews
Benefits & Leave Administration Assist employees with benefits enrollment, changes, and questions
Administer leaves of absence (FMLA, CFRA, ADA, etc.) as applicable
Coordinate with benefits vendors and payroll
Compliance & Policies Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Support audits and HR reporting requirements
Assist in updating and communicating HR policies and procedures