Human Resources Generalist (Bilingual in Spanish)

The Wonderful Company•Del Rey, CA

39d•$72,000 - $76,000

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with senior HR Management in order to contribute to the success of the team. This position is responsible for payroll processing, benefit administration, leave of absence, training and development, onboarding, policy implementation, recruitment, employee relations, employment law compliance, and administrative tasks. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can effectively communicate with employees at all levels and uphold the company's values and culture.

Requirements

Develop relationships and partnerships (internal and external) with teammates and client groups.
Comfortable working independently and in ambiguity.
Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and best practices.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Adopts a 'play to win' mentality and acts boldly and nimbly in a fast-moving environment.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Tech savvy with an understanding of various HR platforms and how they can enhance the business and experience.
Demonstrated expertise in talent acquisition strategies, including sourcing techniques, applicant tracking systems (ATS) management, and full-cycle recruitment.
Individually secure with a calm and gracious approach.
Strong verbal and written communication skills. (Bi literate)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
At least two years of progressively responsible human resources experience in a generalist capacity within a production/manufacturing setting.
B.A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Fluent in Spanish

Nice To Haves

Supplementary training and/or designations (PHR, SPHR) related to the human resource field, or equivalent education and experience, are desirable.

Responsibilities

Identify and resolve HR policy, compliance, and process issues; recommend and implement improvements.
Maintain and update HR policies and procedures; ensure alignment with California employment law.
Utilize WOW methodology to support consistent HR processes.
Process payroll-related changes, including hires, promotions, wage updates, and terminations.
Review and validate timecards, schedules, and wage changes; ensure wage and hour compliance.
Address payroll and timekeeping inquiries.
Prepare severance agreements and analyze weekly temporary employee status.
Provide guidance to managers on employee relations, performance issues, and corrective actions.
Promote a positive work environment and support conflict resolution.
Conduct or support investigations with proper documentation and reporting.
Manage full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates.
Facilitate onboarding, New Hire Orientation, Hourly Wage and Hour training, and UKG data accuracy.
Support the annual GROW cycle, including goal setting and compensation planning.
Promote ongoing development conversations and identify training needs.
Stay informed on market trends, job classifications, and compensation practices.
Respond to benefit inquiries and coordinate with Corporate Benefits on escalations.
Serve as Philanthropic Lead for Wonderful Giving, Wonderful Together, and Good Neighbor programs.
Assist with company events and participate in committees and special projects.

Benefits

Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including:
24/7 online physician consultations
virtual mental health resources
life coaching
engaging employee community groups
cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements
library of on-demand fitness videos
Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.
Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California's Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE's "100 Companies That Care" list and was named one of Fortune magazine's 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit csr.wonderful.com.
Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.