HR Generalist

We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support a stable manufacturing organization during a leadership transition and organizational restructuring. This individual will serve as a key HR resource supporting approximately 61 employees across the full employee lifecycle with a strong emphasis on benefits administration, 401(k), employee support, compliance, and HR operations. This role will support day-to-day HR administration while also helping identify opportunities to improve and modernize current manual processes. Key Responsibilities: Administer employee benefits, 401(k), and health & welfare programs Serve as a primary point of contact for employee HR-related questions and issue resolution Support employee relations matters and manager guidance as needed Maintain employee records and HRIS data within ADP Workforce Now Ensure compliance with state and federal employment regulations Coordinate HR documentation and support payroll-related workflows through ADP Assist with onboarding, policy administration, and HR operational support Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies within HR Qualifications: 2-10 years of HR experience within a manufacturing or hourly workforce environment Strong knowledge of benefits administration and employee support Experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred Understanding of California HR compliance and labor regulations Comfortable operating in a hands-on, fast-paced, and evolving environment Strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities Additional Details: Contract assignment with minimum 3-month duration; potential to extend or convert based on business needs Fully onsite position Standard schedule between 8:00 AM-5:00 PM or 9:00 AM-6:00 PM Expectation of 40 hours/week initially One interview process Skills benefits administration, 401K Administration, Employee Relations, HR Compliance, ADP workforce now, Manufacturing environment, HRIS, california labor law, hourly workforce support, employee support, Human resources, Hr support, process improvement, hr automation, open enrollment, policy administration, onboarding, payroll coordination, employee communication, hr process Top Skills Details benefits administration,401K Administration,Employee Relations,HR Compliance,ADP workforce now,Manufacturing environment,HRIS,california labor law,hourly workforce support,employee support,Human resources,Hr support Additional Skills & Qualifications Seeking candidates who are collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable supporting a stable but evolving organization Strong culture fit and ability to build trust with employees is important This is not a highly strategic HRBP-level role; looking for someone operational and hands-on Ideal candidates will bring practical HR experience supporting manufacturing or hourly employee populations Interest in process improvement and modernization is highly valued Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newark, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Newark,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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