Sr. HR Generalist

We are partnering with a confidential manufacturing client in Garden Grove to identify an HR Generalist who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on plant environment. This role supports day-to-day HR operations and serves as a key partner to supervisors and managers across the facility.

This is an on-site position for an HR professional who enjoys being visible on the floor, handling real employee relations matters, and owning the full HR lifecycle at the site level.

• Manage daily HR operations for a manufacturing facility
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, and corrective actions
• Partner with supervisors and managers on coaching, development, and issue resolution
• Support investigations, disciplinary meetings, and documentation
• Coordinate hourly and salaried recruiting efforts and onboarding
• Ensure compliance with federal and California employment laws
• Respond to employee questions regarding policies, procedures, and benefits
• Prepare HR documentation including offers, promotions, transfers, and terminations
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records
• Support training coordination and workforce development initiatives
• Partner with payroll to support local payroll processing
• Promote a positive, compliant, and safe workplace culture

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3-5 years of Human Resources Generalist experience
• Prior experience in manufacturing, industrial, or plant-based environments strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of California employment law and HR compliance
• Comfortable handling employee relations issues independently
• Strong communication skills and professional judgment
• Ability to remain calm, objective, and organized in fast-paced situations

• Salary range : $93,000 - $115,000 annually (depending on experience)
• Quarterly cash bonus eligibility
• 120 hours of paid time off annually
• 10 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR Generalist who wants real responsibility, exposure to leadership, and hands-on experience supporting a manufacturing workforce. You will not be stuck pushing paperwork. You will be in the action.