HR Generalist - Military veterans preferred

The HR Generalist / HR Business Partner is a trusted advisor to our Goodyear, Arizona distribution center (DC), which is launching as a new, state-of-the-art facility. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the culture and environment from the ground up, partnering closely with leadership to establish best practices, attract top talent, and create an engaging, high-performance workplace. In this pivotal role, you’ll manage the full spectrum of HR functions – from employee relations and performance management to recruiting, onboarding, training, and compliance – while making a lasting impact on our people and our success.

WHY JOIN US:

We believe in building a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. You’ll be part of a collaborative, safety-focused environment where innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged. Our comprehensive benefits, commitment to employee well-being, and culture of recognition make us an employer of choice!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Address employee inquiries, resolve conflicts, and conduct workplace investigations ensuring fairness and consistency.
• Partner with leadership to cultivate a performance-driven, team-oriented culture.
• Lead the DC Employee Activity committee, coordinating culture-building events and recognition programs.
• Conduct exit interviews, analyze trends, and recommend retention strategies.
• Coach leaders on effective communication, employee engagement and conflict resolution techniques.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage all recruiting activities for the DC, including job posting, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, reference checks, offers, and new hire administration.
• Maintain and update job description and selection criteria.
• Provide backup recruitment support for corporate roles as needed.
• Oversee and continuously improve the DC onboarding experience to ensure a positive and effective new hire experience.

Performance Management & Development

• Coordinate the annual performance review process for DC employees.
• Facilitate and/or coordinate employee training programs to support skill development, compliance, and safety.

HR Administration & Compliance

• Support payroll processes, including timesheet approval and coordination with the Payroll Manager.
• Maintain personnel records in compliance with retention requirements and data security standards.
• Collaborate with corporate HR on employee status changes, and policy updates.
• Administer morale, safety, and recognition programs to promote employee satisfaction and workplace safety.
• Oversee general office management duties, including supplies, equipment, vendor coordination, and ensuring a well-organized and efficient work environment.

POSITION SPECIFICS:

• Full-time, onsite role based in Goodyear, AZ (minimum 5 days per week).
• Standard schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with overtime as needed.
• Periodic travel to corporate headquarters in Fountain Valley, CA.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

• The Company is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as your relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.
• The salary range for this role in Goodyear, AZ is $65,000 - $75,000.
• In addition, you may be eligible for additional compensation, such as a bonus. Employees may also be eligible for a wide range of other benefits, including health & wellness benefits, retirement, time off, employee discounts, and others.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position does not have any leadership requirements and/or responsibilities.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Must be fluent in Spanish (both written and spoken) to effectively engage with a diverse workforce.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in an distribution or manufacturing environment, with expertise in employment law, employee relations, workplace investigations, and safety programs.
• Strong conflict resolution and coaching skills to support leadership and employees in achieving workplace harmony.
• Experience with timekeeping systems, payroll process, and compliance with labor laws.
• Proficiency in HRIS (ADP preferred).
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & Teams).
• Highly organized, solution-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Candidate must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with ability to: be in a stationary position 50% of the time; occasionally move about inside the office to access fine cabinets, office machinery (such as a calculator, copy machine, printer, etc.); constantly operate a computer; occasionally ascend/descend stairs; constantly position self to maintain files in file cabinets; the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations; the ability to observe details at close range (within a few feed of the observer); and frequently move boxes weighing up to  10 pounds across office for various needs. Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions if projects/opportunities arise. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  Frequent walking throughout warehouse – which includes exposure to loud noises (honking, etc.) and fluctuating temperature.

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