HR Generalist

Reports to: HR Director Direct reports: n/a Back up position: HR Generalist (Evansville, IN), HR Director, Site Administrator Department: Human Resources Work location: Woodland, CA I - Job Purpose and Summary: Support business by managing various HR activities, including payroll administration and compliance, benefits, employee relations, recruitment, leave of absence, performance management, training and development and process improvement. Provide high-quality HR customer service with effective communication and support the team by advising, coaching and empowering with contributing to high engagement levels. II - Key Accountabilities: HSE: Always promote a safe work environment through the adherence to all PGP’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures as well as to all relevant OSHA regulations in order to achieve ZERO workplace incidents and injuries. HR Compliance and Administrative Support: Advise employees and leaders on compensation, benefits, leave programs, and California employment law compliance. Administer payroll and ensure compliance with California, federal, and multi-state labor regulations. Manage HRIS (Paylocity) accuracy, workforce reporting, and HR compliance audits. Partner with internal and external stakeholders on HR reporting and regulatory requirements. Employee Life Cycle: In alignment with managers/HR team, and based on People Strategy, manage employee life cycle (attraction, recruitment, onboarding, development, retention and offboarding). HR Business Partnership: Partner with department leaders to understand business priorities and workforce needs. Provide guidance and coaching on performance management, employee relations, and change management. Support leaders in building high-performing teams and achieving business objectives through effective people's practices. HR Projects & Change Management: Lead and manage cross-functional HR projects from planning through implementation, including process improvements, policy implementation, employee engagement programs, and change management activities. Develop project plans, coordinate stakeholders, track milestones, and ensure successful delivery of business outcomes. Learning & Development: Design, coordinate, and facilitate training programs that strengthen leadership effectiveness, employee capability, compliance awareness, and organizational culture. Partner with managers to identify development needs, support career conversations, and implement learning solutions that improve individual and team performance. Deliver instructor-led training and workshops for employees and leaders at all levels.