Job Description

Human Resources Generalist

Torrance, CA

Position Description:

Under the direction and supervision of Senior Manager, Human Resources, the HR Generalist is directly responsible for the daily operations of the human resource function. Core responsibilities include talent acquisition, onboarding of new hires & expats, employee relations and investigations, training development and compliance with HR-related legal requirements, benefits administration, and administration of HR policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Posts new recruitment job postings on company’s website, job boards & with recruiters, (as appropriate) and works with hiring manager to support vetting resumes & screening candidates. 
• Updates/creates job descriptions as needed, ensuring FLSA compliance. 
• Extends written offers with job descriptions & completes hiring procedures including electronic onboarding process in HRIS, background screening, I9 Verification, and new hire orientation.
• Coordinates with executive assistant to facilitate expat onboarding. 
• Responsible for creating physical & digital personnel file for new hire.
• Creates new employee badges & updates as STA numbers are assigned.
• Educates employees and provides support with company employee benefits programs (health benefits, voluntary programs, 401(k) plans, etc.)
• Launches benefits enrollment for eligible new employees
• Prepares census data reports for various benefits programs as needed
• Manages workers compensation claims and monitors various leaves of absence programs with interactive dialogues with employees and managers
• Cross-train to manage payroll processing and generate post payroll reports as needed. 
• Supports management and employees with performance management, employee relations, and may perform investigations, as appropriate. Reports to Sr. Manager with investigation findings and recommendations.
• Responsible for launch of mid-year and annual performance review via the Ninety.io platform (90 day review launched in HRIS). 
• Create desk procedures and standard operating procedures (SOP) for respective HR-related tasks/duties on shared drive.
• Assists in adjusting strategies and maintains handbook on policies and procedures. Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Performs customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions; specifically responsible for answering any questions related to policy interpretation, leave of absences, employee relations and benefits within 24 business hours. 
• Administers web-based training/development via Cornerstone-on-Demand or other formal training workshops as needed to meet regulatory compliance requirements. Identifies training needs and/or individual management training/coaching needs
• Monthly and quarterly management reports (headcounts with breakout details, new hires/terminations, etc.)
• Performs any other duties and work on projects, as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Experience:

• Candidate will have knowledge in Human Resources in the following areas: Employee Relations, Benefits Administration, Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Payroll, HRIS and other web-based system, Training & Development, Legal and Compliance

Education/Training:

• Bachelor’s degree 
• Minimum of 4 years of experience and a proven track record in human resources 
• PHR or SHRM-CP designation a plus

Skills:

• Previous experience with web/cloud-based HRIS and Payroll processing systems
• Possess excellent customer service skills
• Proficient with MS Office, strong email skills (Outlook, Gmail)
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Strong analytic, conceptual, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated success working in a fast-paced environment
• Proven management leadership skills, while taking a “hands on” implementation approach when needed, in a small organization
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Flexibility and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously; ability to multi-task and prioritize; adaptability
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team; Ability to work comfortably within a diverse population
• Ability to use considerable judgment, initiative and independence
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to communicate fluently in English and Japanese is a plus

Physical Requirements/Other:

•  Must be able to travel
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time, and work on a computer for extended periods
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds unassisted

Nissin Benefits:

Nissin offers a robust benefits package for our employees. It includes health, dental, life and AD&D, short term disability, along with voluntary long term disability, and 2 types of voluntary vision plans, additional voluntary life and AD&D, HSA, FSA (medical and dependent care), 401k, vacation, sick days, and pet insurance.

The above job description identifies the essential job functions and skills needed by one person assigned to this position. These job functions and skills are not intended to be a complete and exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The information contained herein is subject to change at the company’s discretion. 

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