Human Resources Generalist

Karman Space & Defense•Brea, CA

11d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Generalist supports employees and managers across recruitment, employee relations, benefits, payroll administration, compliance, and workers’ compensation. Through hands-on partnership and responsive HR support, the role helps maintain effective people practices and contributes to the smooth operation of the organization. The position requires an on-site presence and regular engagement with employees on the production floor. U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
Three to five years of HR generalist experience in a manufacturing environment.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
Proficiency with ADP, HRIS, and talent management systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.
Ability to walk, climb stairs, and access production areas across multiple buildings.
Ability to work in production environments that may be noisy, dusty, and subject to varying temperatures.
Ability to follow safety protocols and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to sit, stand, walk, type, handle files, operate office equipment, communicate by telephone and in person, and lift files, papers, a laptop, and common office tools and equipment.
Ability to maintain an on-site presence and regularly engage with employees on the production floor.
Essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification.

Responsibilities

Address employee concerns, facilitate conflict resolution, and conduct employee counseling sessions as needed.
Support managers through performance management processes.
Administer health and welfare benefit programs, respond to inquiries, audit monthly invoices, and coordinate open enrollment activities and communications.
Develop and lead the employee wellness program.
Support weekly payroll activities, including time and attendance reporting, payroll changes, and record maintenance.
Maintain Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) compliance documentation related to timekeeping, hiring, and terminations.
Administer and track ADA, FMLA, and workers’ compensation matters, including claims, return-to-work, and modified-duty activities.
Maintain confidential employee records and personnel files, conduct documentation audits, and assist with HR policy and procedure updates.
Support recruitment, hiring, and termination activities, including coordination, HRIS updates, and required paperwork.
Coordinate employee events, recognition programs, engagement activities, and communications related to events, policies, and organizational initiatives.