Human Resources (HR) Generalist

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join an onsite team in California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role will serve as the primary HR lead for a workforce of approximately 150-170 employees, with a strong emphasis on California compliance, employee relations, policy development, and day-to-day HR operations. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, a solid educational foundation in HR, and the ability to guide leaders and employees through people-related matters in a practical, compliant manner.Responsibilities:• Lead day-to-day human resources activities as the main onsite HR point of contact for employees and leadership.• Review, update, and maintain employee handbooks, policies, and audit-related documentation to support compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations.• Advise managers on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, coaching, and de-escalation in a workforce environment.• Coordinate onboarding and core HR administrative processes to ensure accurate records, timely communication, and a positive employee experience.• Support benefits administration and open enrollment activities in partnership with external providers and internal stakeholders.• Develop and implement HR training, safety-related programs, and injury and illness prevention practices aligned with organizational needs.• Maintain HR data and documentation within HRIS platforms such as Paycom, or comparable systems like Paylocity or ADP.• Partner with leadership to strengthen HR practices, reduce compliance risk, and promote consistent application of policies across the organization.