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HR Generalist / HR Specialist - Japanese-English Bilingual Required

Humina Resource
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2026
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

HR Generalist / HR Specialist - Japanese-English Bilingual Required


Full-time | Irvine, CA


Compensation & Benefits: $60,000$75,000/year (DOE)


About the Company


We are a growing company based in Irvine, CA, operating in a specialized manufacturing and distribution industry. With a team of approximately 3040 employees, we value efficiency, collaboration, and a supportive work environment.

Position Overview


We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist / HR Manager to support and manage day-to-day HR operations. This role is ideal for someone who is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing a wide range of HR responsibilities in a small to mid-sized organization.

Key Responsibilities


  • Manage full-cycle HR operations including onboarding and offboarding processes
  • Process and manage payroll accurately and in a timely manner
  • Administer employee benefits (health, dental, vision, etc.)
  • Maintain and update employee records and HR documentation
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state (California), and local labor laws
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries and HR-related issues
  • Support performance management and employee relations as needed
  • Assist with recruiting efforts, including job postings and interview coordination
  • Communicate and coordinate with internal stakeholders in both English and Japanese
  • Collaborate with management to improve HR processes and workplace practices
Qualifications


  • 35 years of experience in Human Resources
  • Japanese-English bilingual (required)
  • Hands-on experience with payroll processing (required)
  • Strong knowledge of HR operations including onboarding, offboarding, and compliance
  • Familiarity with California labor laws preferred
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience working in a small or mid-sized company preferred
Preferred Qualifications


  • HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) is a plus, but not required
Compensation & Benefits


  • Annual salary: $60,000$75,000 (DOE)
  • Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
  • Performance-based bonus
What We're Looking For


  • A proactive and reliable team player
  • Someone who can take ownership of HR functions independently
  • A hands-on professional who is comfortable managing both administrative and strategic HR tasks
  • Ability to work effectively in a bilingual (Japanese-English) business environment
Work Environment


  • On-site position in Irvine, CA
  • Collaborative and team-oriented workplace

Please contact Satomi Honda for this position:
(213) 448-7822 (text or call)
satomi.h@huminaresource.com

Salary : $60,000 - $75,000

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