Human Resources Generalist

We are seeking a hands‑on, detail‑oriented Human Resources Specialist to support HR operations for our greater Sacramento–based client. This role oversees recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, training coordination, and day‑to‑day HR support across a multi‑state workforce. It is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building processes, strengthening HR infrastructure, and serving as a visible onsite resource for employees and leadership.

Join a growing, multi‑state organization where your HR expertise directly enhances operations, employee experience, and company culture. Our client offers a collaborative environment, meaningful hands‑on impact, and opportunities to help shape HR processes as the company continues to expand.

• 100% onsite
• 80K–$100K per year (DOE)

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle recruiting for hourly, administrative, and salaried roles in California and Texas, including job postings, resume screening, interview coordination, and candidate communication.
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes, including offer letters, new‑hire documentation, I‑9/E‑Verify, background checks, orientations, separations, and exit interviews.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee questions, attendance issues, disciplinary documentation, leaves, and general HR matters, escalating sensitive issues as appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with California and Texas employment laws; ensure postings, handbooks, personnel files, and required training records remain current and accurate.
• Administer workers’ compensation claims, coordinate injury reporting, manage modified duty/return‑to‑work programs, track claim status, and support OSHA logs and safety documentation.
• Support payroll and benefits processes, including employee changes, benefits enrollments, timekeeping review, and PTO tracking.
• Provide ongoing HR support to Austin operations, coordinating hiring, onboarding, and employee relations in partnership with Texas site leadership.

Qualifications

• Brings 5 years of Human Resources experience with strong skills in recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, and general HR administration.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, organization, confidentiality, and professionalism when handling sensitive employee matters.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and HR/payroll systems, with the ability to learn new tools quickly.
• Possesses knowledge of California employment law and multi‑state HR practices; experience supporting Texas operations is a plus.
• Background in warehouse, industrial, logistics, or manufacturing environments preferred.
• Holds or is working toward SHRM‑CP / PHR certification