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HR Generalist / HR Specialist - Japanese-English Bilingual Required

Full-time | Irvine, CA

Compensation & Benefits: $60,000–$75,000/year (DOE)

About the Company

We are a growing company based in Irvine, CA, operating in a specialized manufacturing and distribution industry. With a team of approximately 30–40 employees, we value efficiency, collaboration, and a supportive work environment.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist / HR Manager to support and manage day-to-day HR operations. This role is ideal for someone who is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing a wide range of HR responsibilities in a small to mid-sized organization.

Key Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle HR operations including onboarding and offboarding processes

Process and manage payroll accurately and in a timely manner

Administer employee benefits (health, dental, vision, etc.)

Maintain and update employee records and HR documentation

Ensure compliance with federal, state (California), and local labor laws

Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries and HR-related issues

Support performance management and employee relations as needed

Assist with recruiting efforts, including job postings and interview coordination

Communicate and coordinate with internal stakeholders in both English and Japanese

Collaborate with management to improve HR processes and workplace practices

Qualifications

3–5 years of experience in Human Resources

Japanese-English bilingual (required)

Hands-on experience with payroll processing (required)

Strong knowledge of HR operations including onboarding, offboarding, and compliance

Familiarity with California labor laws preferred

Strong organizational and communication skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Experience working in a small or mid-sized company preferred

Preferred Qualifications

HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) is a plus, but not required

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary: $60,000–$75,000 (DOE)

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Performance-based bonus

What We're Looking For

A proactive and reliable team player

Someone who can take ownership of HR functions independently

A hands-on professional who is comfortable managing both administrative and strategic HR tasks

Ability to work effectively in a bilingual (Japanese-English) business environment

Work Environment

On-site position in Irvine, CA

Collaborative and team-oriented workplace