Human Resources Generalist

Halma plc

10d•$85,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Surgistar is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support a broad range of HR functions, including payroll administration, employee relations, benefits administration, recruitment and onboarding, leave administration, compliance, training, and HR operations. This position will serve as a key on-site resource for employees and managers at Surgistar while also supporting cross-organizational HR projects and employees as business needs require. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, approachable, and able to manage confidential information while balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 3 years of progressive human resources experience in a generalist or similar role.
Hands-on experience supporting or processing payroll and administering employee benefits.
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) required.
Working knowledge of federal and California employment laws and HR practices.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, follow-through, and judgment.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively with employees at all levels.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing, medical device, or other regulated environment.
Experience with Workday or a comparable HRIS and payroll platform.
PHR, PHRca, SHRM-CP, or comparable HR certification.
Experience supporting HR system or payroll implementations.

Responsibilities

Process and audit biweekly payroll accurately and on schedule in coordination with internal stakeholders and payroll providers.
Review and validate timekeeping records, paid time off, overtime, shift differentials, benefit deductions, and payroll adjustments.
Coordinate payroll activities for new hires, terminations, compensation changes, bonuses, leaves, and other employee changes.
Respond to employee payroll and timekeeping questions and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Support payroll implementation, testing, reconciliations, audits, year-end activities, and continuous process improvements.
Maintain accurate payroll records and support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local wage and hour requirements.
Serve as an accessible on-site HR resource for employees and managers regarding policies, payroll, benefits, leaves, and HR programs.
Provide guidance on routine employee relations matters and escalate complex or sensitive issues as appropriate.
Support performance management, corrective action, employee development, engagement, and retention initiatives.
Promote consistent application of company policies and help foster a respectful, inclusive, and employee-focused workplace.
Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers to support job postings, interview coordination, candidate communication, and hiring activities.
Coordinate pre-employment requirements and facilitate new-hire onboarding, orientation, documentation, and Day 1 readiness.
Maintain Form I-9 and other employment records in accordance with legal and company requirements.
Coordinate employee offboarding, final documentation, system updates, and related payroll and benefit notifications.
Assist employees with benefit enrollment, qualifying life events, open enrollment, and routine benefit questions.
Coordinate with benefit brokers, carriers, and other vendors and maintain accurate eligibility and deduction records.
Administer and track leaves of absence, workplace accommodations, and workers compensation matters in partnership with HR leadership and external administrators.
Support compliance with applicable federal and California leave and accommodation requirements.
Maintain accurate employee data and records in the HRIS and other HR or payroll systems.
Support HR system implementations, employee training, data validation, reporting, and process documentation.
Maintain HR policies, procedures, job descriptions, standard operating procedures, and employee communications.
Prepare standard HR reports and support audits, record retention, required postings, and regulatory reporting.
Monitor relevant employment law developments and assist with implementing compliant HR practices.
Support training coordination, safety initiatives, and other HR projects as assigned.