Human Resources Generalist

LHH is partnering with an established organization in the logistics and services sector in Benicia, CA, to find an HR Generalist to support site-level payroll and human resources operations.

This organization values operational excellence, teamwork, and employee engagement. As an HR Generalist, you will have the opportunity to build strong relationships across the company, advocate for employees, and play a key role in supporting both leadership and staff. The environment encourages collaboration, recognizes contributions, and supports professional growth. If you enjoy making a tangible impact and working closely with people at all levels, this role could be a great fit.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on HR professional with experience in payroll, HRIS, and supporting both union and non‑union employees. You are skilled in employee relations, conflict resolution, and compliance, and you bring a proactive, solutions‑oriented approach to your work. Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail are essential, as is the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

• Compile and process weekly payroll data, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain and update employee data in HRIS.
• Coordinate recruiting, onboarding, and new hire orientations.
• Support employee relations, conflict resolution, and escalation management.
• Process benefits, leaves of absence, and workers’ compensation claims.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Act as a visible and trustworthy advocate for employees.
• Collaborate with leadership to improve HR processes and foster a positive work environment.
• Participate in corporate HR projects and initiatives.

• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (UKG experience strongly preferred).
• Strong understanding of payroll processing, timekeeping, and payroll audits.
• Experience supporting both union and non‑union employees.
• Skilled in employee relations, conflict resolution, and escalation management.
• Hands‑on experience in hiring, recruiting coordination, onboarding, and new hire orientations.
• Ability to process benefits, leaves of absence, and workers’ compensation claims.
• Knowledge of state and federal employment laws and compliance practices.
• Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• SHRM‑CP or PHR certification preferred.

Job Type: Full-time, direct hire

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Fully on‑site, Benicia, CA

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (may require some overtime)

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401(k) plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

If you have the qualifications above and are interested in this opportunity – please apply today! If you are curious what else is available, please review the LHH website!