Human Resources Generalist

The Gowan Co. offers a full-time, onsite Human Resources Generalist role in Yuma, AZ where you will support core people operations and help keep HR processes running smoothly. You will partner closely with employees and managers while ensuring HR activities align with company policies and applicable state and federal regulations. The position reports to the HR Manager and provides a hands‑on opportunity across recruitment support, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and performance management.

• Administer and support key employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding
  , new hire orientation
  , and exit interviews
  .
• Handle employee relations matters by providing guidance on company policies
  , procedures
  , and HR best practices.
• Manage benefits administration
  , including health insurance
  , 401(k), and other employee programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including FMLA
  , ADA
  , EEO
  , and others.
• Coordinate recruitment activities such as posting openings, screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and assisting with offer letters.
• Support the performance management process, including goal setting
  , performance evaluations
  , and development plans
  .
• Maintain accurate, current employee records within HR systems
  .
• Conduct regular audits of HR policies and employee files to support compliance.
• Assist with development, implementation, and enforcement of HR policies and procedures.
• Support employee training programs by coordinating logistics and tracking attendance.
• Partner with the HR Manager on employee concerns, investigations, and disciplinary actions.
• Help facilitate employee engagement initiatives that support a positive work culture.
• Prepare reports and presentations for HR metrics and compliance audits.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (required).
• 2 to 4 years of experience in a generalist HR role.
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
  .
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems
  .
• Strong problem-solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all HR matters.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred, but not required.

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Other employee programs

• Location: Yuma, AZ (onsite)
• Employment type: Full-Time
• Status: Exempt
• Reports to: HR Manager

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
  .
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Occasional travel may be required for training and meetings.