Human Resources Generalist
About The Position
CarParts.com is seeking a detail-oriented, people-first Human Resources Generalist to join its Human Resources team at the Long Beach headquarters. This hands-on role partners with employees and leaders across departments and supports the employee lifecycle, from onboarding and engagement to day-to-day HR operations. The successful candidate is organized, collaborative, takes ownership, follows through independently, and adapts to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. The position is full-time and in-office in Long Beach, California; remote and hybrid arrangements are not available. The role supports onboarding, engagement and culture initiatives, HR programs, employee records and HR systems, employment changes, compliance, employee inquiries, reporting, and administrative work for senior HR leaders. It also provides backup support for general office and facilities needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
- At least 1–2 years of experience in an HR Generalist, HR Coordinator, or related HR role.
- Exposure to full-cycle HR functions, including onboarding, employee relations, benefits, and compliance.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage employees at all levels.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, manage competing priorities, take initiative, and complete tasks with minimal direction.
- Strong organization, accuracy, and attention to detail, especially in managing employee records and documentation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Curiosity about and willingness to adopt AI tools, automation, and emerging HR technology.
- Professional discretion and ability to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information.
- Ability to work full-time onsite at the Long Beach, California headquarters.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field.
- Experience working in a multi-department or cross-functional environment.
- Experience with an HRIS platform.
- Knowledge of California employment law and HR compliance best practices.
- PHR, SHRM-CP, or related certification.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and facilitate new-hire onboarding, including orientation scheduling, offer documentation, and systems setup.
- Partner with hiring managers to create a seamless and welcoming first-day experience for incoming employees.
- Maintain and improve onboarding materials, checklists, and workflows.
- Support the design and execution of employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and culture-building activities.
- Serve as an approachable resource for employees across all levels of the organization.
- Provide backup support for general office and facilities needs, including supply restocking, mail handling, and other day-to-day operational tasks.
- Support HR programs across the employee lifecycle, including performance management, learning and development, and benefits open enrollment.
- Partner with Operations, Finance, Technology, Marketing, and other departments to ensure HR programs meet business needs.
- Contribute to the development and communication of HR policies, procedures, and training materials.
- Use AI tools and HR technology to streamline administrative workflows, improve the employee experience, and increase capacity for higher-impact HR work.
- Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS and ensure data integrity across HR systems.
- Process promotions, transfers, terminations, and other employment changes, ensuring proper documentation.
- Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including California labor requirements.
- Respond promptly and professionally to employee questions about HR policies, benefits, and general HR matters.
- Assist with HR reporting, audits, and ad hoc projects.
- Support the CHRO, VP, and Director of HR with administrative duties as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
