Human Resources Generalist

Columbia Packaging Group•Chino, CA

7d•$60 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Generalist & Office Clerk administers the company's human resources programs and provides clerical accounting support for daily business operations. The role supports employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll coordination, personnel records, and compliance with employment laws and company policies. It also performs routine accounting and administrative functions, including accounts payable and receivable support, expense reporting, and data entry. The position works in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with office and production employees, maintains confidentiality, and independently manages routine HR and clerical activities while escalating complex matters to the appropriate manager.

Requirements

Associate degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
Three or more years of experience in human resources administration, payroll coordination, accounting clerical support, or a combination of these functions.
Familiarity with payroll systems, accounting software, timekeeping systems, and HR information systems.
Working knowledge of employment documentation, benefits administration, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and basic accounting procedures.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and business software applications.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Strong data entry, recordkeeping, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with management and employees.
Professional demeanor and ability to interact with employees at all organizational levels.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a manufacturing, distribution, or other operational business environment.

Responsibilities

Coordinate recruitment activities, including job postings, applicant screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communication.
Administer new-hire onboarding, orientation, employment paperwork, and employee offboarding.
Maintain accurate employee personnel files, employment records, and HR information systems.
Administer employee benefits, including enrollment, changes, open enrollment, and coordination with insurance brokers and benefit providers.
Coordinate payroll processing by maintaining employee information, tracking attendance, reviewing timekeeping records, and submitting payroll changes.
Assist with administration of paid time off, leaves of absence, attendance, and employee scheduling records.
Respond to employee questions regarding company policies, benefits, payroll, and HR procedures.
Support employee relations matters, including documentation, performance management, disciplinary actions, and workplace investigations as appropriate.
Assist managers with performance reviews, employee development, training coordination, and corrective action documentation.
Maintain required workplace postings, employee notices, and personnel documentation.
Support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
Coordinate workers' compensation claims, workplace injury documentation, and return-to-work processes.
Assist with safety training records, employee certifications, and manufacturing-related compliance documentation.
Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
Enter financial transactions, invoices, expenses, and other information into the company's accounting system.
Assist with monthly closing activities by organizing supporting documents, reviewing transactions, and preparing routine schedules.
Provide clerical support for purchasing, office administration, and other finance-related activities as needed.
Support HR processes for hourly production employees and salaried personnel.
Coordinate employee timekeeping and attendance records with production supervisors and department managers.
Assist with maintaining training matrices, job qualifications, certifications, and required employee documentation.
Support communication between management, production, and administrative departments.
Maintain confidentiality of employee, payroll, vendor, and financial information.
Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes, recordkeeping, and departmental efficiency.
Perform other related HR, clerical, and administrative duties as assigned.