Senior Human Resources Generalist
San Jose, CA
Full Time
Senior Manager/Supervisor
Job Title: Senior Human Resources Generalist
Location: Onsite – Local Hub (California)
Classification: Exempt, Full-Time
Reports To: Director of HR
Pay Range: $115K – $135K annually (final offer will be based on experience, skills, and location)
Role Overview
The Senior Human Resources Generalist is a key, hands-on HR partner supporting a predominantly non-exempt, hourly workforce in a fast-paced, multi-site environment. This role partners closely with operations leadership to drive consistent HR practices, ensure compliance with California and federal employment laws, and foster a positive, high-performing employee experience.
This is a highly visible, individual contributor role requiring strong judgment, deep employee relations experience, and the ability to balance compliance with practical business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations & HR Leadership
Time, Pay & Attendance Compliance
Onboarding, Offboarding & Employee Lifecycle
Policy, Compliance & Risk Management
Manager Partnership & Coaching
Qualifications
Required
Key Competencies
Work Environment
What Tops Off the Tank
Important Notices
This position is classified as exempt and is not eligible for overtime compensation under applicable law.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Flexcar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in accordance with all applicable federal, state (including California), and local laws.
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities and may be modified at any time at the Company’s discretion.
Location: Onsite – Local Hub (California)
Classification: Exempt, Full-Time
Reports To: Director of HR
Pay Range: $115K – $135K annually (final offer will be based on experience, skills, and location)
Role Overview
The Senior Human Resources Generalist is a key, hands-on HR partner supporting a predominantly non-exempt, hourly workforce in a fast-paced, multi-site environment. This role partners closely with operations leadership to drive consistent HR practices, ensure compliance with California and federal employment laws, and foster a positive, high-performing employee experience.
This is a highly visible, individual contributor role requiring strong judgment, deep employee relations experience, and the ability to balance compliance with practical business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations & HR Leadership
- Serve as the primary HR point of contact for assigned locations
- Lead and conduct complex employee relations investigations, including harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and policy violations in compliance with California law
- Provide guidance to managers on corrective action, documentation, and performance management
- Partner with leadership to proactively address workplace concerns and mitigate risk
- Promote a respectful, inclusive, and legally compliant work environment
Time, Pay & Attendance Compliance
- Ensure compliance with California wage and hour laws, including:
- Meal and rest break requirements
- Daily and weekly overtime rules
- Accurate timekeeping practices
- Partner with Payroll to resolve timecard discrepancies and pay issues
- Train managers on compliant scheduling and timekeeping practices
- Monitor and address potential compliance risks (off-the-clock work, missed breaks, etc.)
Onboarding, Offboarding & Employee Lifecycle
- Oversee onboarding processes, including I-9 compliance and policy acknowledgments
- Manage employee status changes, promotions, transfers, and terminations
- Support compliant offboarding processes, including final pay requirements under California law
- Ensure accurate and timely HR documentation and recordkeeping
Policy, Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure consistent application of company policies in alignment with California employment laws
- Support compliance with:
- California sick leave and leave of absence laws (e.g., CFRA)
- Pay transparency requirements
- Harassment prevention training requirements
- Maintain personnel records in compliance with California record retention requirements
- Support audits, reporting, and regulatory compliance initiatives
- Assist with workers’ compensation claims and workplace safety coordination
Manager Partnership & Coaching
- Act as a trusted advisor to frontline managers and site leaders
- Coach managers on:
- Performance management
- Attendance and discipline
- Employee engagement and retention
- Support delivery of training on compliance, leadership, and workplace conduct
- Help drive consistency across locations while allowing for operational flexibility
Qualifications
Required
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant employee relations experience
- Significant knowledge of California employment laws, including wage & hour, leave laws, and employee protections
- Experience supporting non-exempt/hourly workforces in operational environments
- Demonstrated experience conducting workplace investigations
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and influencing skills across all levels
- Ability to work onsite and support field-based operations
- Multi-state HR experience
- Experience in automotive, retail, logistics, manufacturing, or field operations
- HRIS experience (e.g., Rippling, Workday, ADP, UKG)
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
Key Competencies
- Employee-focused and approachable
- Strong judgment and discretion
- Solutions-oriented and pragmatic
- Ability to influence without authority
- High level of integrity and confidentiality
- Balances compliance with business needs and employee experience
Work Environment
- Regular interaction with frontline, hourly employees and operations leaders
- Time spent in hubs, service centers, and field locations
- Occasional travel between sites may be required
What Tops Off the Tank
- Rest & Relaxation: Flexible PTO policy
- Future Savings: 401(k) with company match
- Benefits: Medical, dental, vision (day-one eligibility), plus disability coverage
- Flexcar Perks: Discounted employee rate (subject to change or company review)
- Weekly Pay
- …and more
Important Notices
This position is classified as exempt and is not eligible for overtime compensation under applicable law.
- Flexcar complies with all applicable California wage and hour laws, including meal and rest break requirements for non-exempt employees.
- Employment with Flexcar is at-will, meaning either the employee or the Company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.
- Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, consistent with California law, and verification of work authorization.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Flexcar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in accordance with all applicable federal, state (including California), and local laws.
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities and may be modified at any time at the Company’s discretion.
Flexcar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Flexcar provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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