Job Description
Department: Human Resources
Location: Valencia, California
Compensation: $26.00 - $32.00 / hour
Description The
onsite Bilingual HR Representative plays a critical role in supporting the full employee lifecycle and ensuring a seamless HR experience for all team members. This position is responsible for managing HR transactions, onboarding and offboarding processes, payroll support, and maintaining accurate employee data across systems. Acting as the first point of contact for HR inquiries, the
Bilingual HR Representative provides timely and employee-focused support while partnering with internal HR teams to resolve issues.
In addition to day-to-day operations, this role contributes to key HR initiatives and engagement activities. The
Bilingual HR Representative also assists with reporting, compliance, and administrative tasks to ensure smooth execution of HR processes and adherence to company policies. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities Employee Lifecycle Transactions - Process HR transactions including new hires, terminations, transfers, promotions, pay changes, and leaves of absence in HR systems (ADP and Oracle).
- Administer and process bi-weekly payroll support accurately and on time.
- Ensure data accuracy across systems and maintain current organizational charts.
- Conduct regular audits of HR data to ensure compliance and consistency.
- Generate reports for HR metrics including headcount, turnover, and organizational changes.
Onboarding and Offboarding - Coordinate onboarding logistics, including system setup, orientation scheduling, and new hire paperwork.
- Partner with hiring managers and other departments to deliver a smooth and engaging onboarding experience.
- Manage offboarding processes, including exit documentation and system terminations.
Employee Support and HR Service - Serve as the first point of contact for supervisors about employee inquiries related to pay, timekeeping, benefits, and HR policies.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues by partnering with Payroll, Compensation, Talent Acquisition, and other HR teams.
- Provide timely, accurate, and employee-focused responses to HR-related questions.
HR Initiatives and Projects - Schedule meetings and coordinate logistics for trainings and employee events.
- Maintain HR files and ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations.
- Prepare and distribute HR communications and documentation.
- Provide administrative support for HR projects and initiatives.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise - Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English and Spanish (written and verbal) required.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with HRIS systems, ADP and Oracle preferred.
- Knowledge: Ability to understand and interpret the Employee Handbook, company policies, and employment regulations.
- Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
- Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail, time management, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
- Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs, resolve issues independently, and maintain confidentiality.
- Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities; willingness to work overtime as needed.
Benefits What’s in it for you on
Day 1 :
- Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
- Prescription Drug Plans
- Basic Life Insurance
- 401k plan with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Vacation and Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
Exciting Onsite Perks:
- Free coffee available at our cafeteria
- Employee Appreciation Events
Knowles is committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees.
One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting hourly rate for this role is targeted to be between $26.00 to $32.00.
Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining Knowles, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and hourly rates of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunity Statement: Knowles Precision Devices prohibits pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.
Notice to Staffing Agencies, Search Firms and Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment process at Knowles is managed through the Human Resources department. Knowles does not accept resumes submitted from 3rd party agencies outside of our system. To submit resumes, 3rd party agencies will need to be a pre-approved vendor with a valid contract in place, be actively engaged by Knowles to recruit for a specific position and have agency log in credentials to submit candidates to our careers portal. Please do not submit resumes via e-mail, through our external website or directly to our employees. Any resumes submitted in this way become the property of Knowles and will not be eligible for any placement fee.
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