Onanon is a people-centered organization committed to innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and respect. Our company designs and manufactures connectors and cable assemblies across many markets. We foster a culture of excellence by empowering employees, promoting teamwork, and maintaining a strong alignment between business goals and employee experience. Our focus is on building high-performing, engaged teams while upholding ethical, inclusive, and compliant workplace practices.

Job Summary

The Human Resources Generalist serves as both a strategic and hands-on partner to leadership, aligning HR practices with business goals and organizational culture. This role supports a wide range of HR functions including payroll, benefits, employee relations, talent development, recruiting, onboarding, and compliance, with a strong emphasis on California employment laws. The position plays a key role in enhancing employee experience and building engaged, high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

Business Partnership & Culture Engagement

• Partner with leadership to strengthen team cohesion and communication
• Promote and reinforce company culture and values
• Recommend HR solutions that improve employee experience and operational effectiveness

Payroll, HRIS & Administration

• Review timekeeping for accuracy and compliance
• Process payroll using HRIS systems (e.g., Ceridian Dayforce)
• Maintain HR data and generate reports for workforce planning
• Ensure timekeeping aligns with California wage and hour laws, including overtime, meal/rest periods, and scheduling compliance

Benefits & Leave Management

• Support benefits enrollment and employee inquiries
• Administer and ensure compliance with California and federal leave programs including CFRA, FMLA, PDL, Paid Sick Leave, workers’ compensation, and disability coordination
• Assist with 401(k) administration and compliance

Performance Management & Talent Development

• Coach managers on goal-setting, feedback, and development
• Identify training needs and support organizational development
• Facilitate required compliance trainings

Policy & HR Programs

• Maintain and update policies and employee handbooks
• Lead engagement initiatives and culture-building programs
• Support EEO/AA reporting and equitable practices

Employee Relations & California Compliance

• Manage employee relations with a focus on fairness, empathy, and alignment with company culture
• Lead investigations and handle employer matters in accordance with:
  • FEHA (Fair Employment and Housing Act)
  • CFRA and FMLA leave requirements
  • ADA/FEHA interactive process and accommodations
  • California Wage Orders and local ordinances
  • Meal and rest break compliance
  • Cal/OSHA regulations
• Ensure HR practices align with company policies and maintain an ethical, safe, and inclusive workplace

Required Skills / Experience

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience
• Experience across multiple HR functions (recruiting, payroll, employee relations, benefits, HRIS, etc.)
• Strong working knowledge of California employment laws, including wage and hour regulations, CFRA/FMLA, FEHA, PDL, meal/rest compliance, and Cal/OSHA requirements
• Experience in manufacturing or fast-paced environments preferred
• Proficiency with HRIS systems (e.g., Ceridian Dayforce) and Microsoft Office
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to speak and listen
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, and/or bend
• May lift and/or move files or boxes up to 25 pounds
• Regular use of a computer terminal for extended periods
• May be required to sit for long durations
• May work extended or irregular hours as needed
• Subject to interruptions that may shift priorities and workflow

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy
• Strong understanding of HR best practices and compliance standards
• Detail-oriented with strong data analysis and reporting capabilities
• Ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and solutions-focused
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communication, or a related field
• Equivalent HR experience may be considered in place of a degree