Since 2018, Elevate Aircraft Seating has been enhancing the passenger experience through innovative aircraft seat design and manufacturing. With locations in California, Washington, and Germany we are guided by creativity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to quality.

We are looking for a skilled HR Generalist to join our team in Huntington Beach, CA. This is an on-site position based in Huntington Beach, CA. We value teamwork, inclusivity, and continuous professional development, and we offer competitive benefits along with opportunities for growth.

JOB SUMMARY

The Human Resources Generalist plays a hands-on role providing support to our HR team at Elevate Aircraft Seating and our employees. The HR Generalist will perform a variety of HR tasks, including full-cycle recruiting, conducting new hire orientation and onboarding, employee relations, maintaining the integrity of our HR database for compliance, and performance management. The HR Generalist will support employees’ queries on HR-related topics. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and passionate about making things better for our organization and employees.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES - Essential Functions (Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Provide guidance and support to the HR Coordinator in managing HR administrative tasks and processes
• Maintain the HRIS system, including data management, system updates, and troubleshooting issues
• Serve as a secondary point of contact for employee inquiries and requests, resolving issues in a timely and professional manner
• Manage new hire and termination processes including conducting new hire orientations and exit interviews and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Partner with HR Coordinator to ensure completion of new hire and exit paperwork and disseminates appropriate information to Payroll, Security, and IT
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing employee engagement, improving processes, and driving organizational effectiveness
• Assist with the Annual Performance Process and advise employees on process and follow up
• Interpret company policies, coach, and counsel employees as required to ensure clear communication and a thorough understanding of the company’s corrective action policies and procedures
• Partner with the Senior Manager of Human Resources to investigate employee relations issues, such as working conditions, employee grievances, disciplinaries, and unemployment insurance claims
• Ensure accurate processing of timecards and maintain records of employee attendance and absences
• Process and track PTO requests, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations
• Stay updated on relevant employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance
• Provide various tracking and reporting as requested by our HR Leaders
• Assist in administering compensation and benefits programs including leave of absence processing, workers’ compensation coordination, and routine benefits-related administrative tasks.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Maintain a safe, secure and legal work environment, adhering to all Company policies and procedures.
• Maintain and protect the confidentiality of the Company’s information and products.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in human resources, business or organizational behavior or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience required

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an HR role, with a focus on HR operations and administration

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to deliver group presentations
• Ability to effectively interface with all levels of staff and management
• Ability to review and process sensitive material with complete confidentiality
• Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong understanding of HR best practices and employment laws
• Ability to take ownership and want to improve processes to take things to the next level
• Embody a student mentality

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Experience with various HR systems such as HRIS, ATS and LMS

  • HRIS - ADP Workforce Now experience preferred

  • LMS - Litmos SAP experience preferred

  • ATS - Clear Company experience preferred

Other:

• Values and considers the perspectives and backgrounds of all parties.
• Effectively leverages and builds relationships with key stakeholders and community.
• Extended or irregular hours may be required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Elevate Aircraft Seating is an “at-will” employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer and may be terminated at will for any reason, with or without cause, at any time during employment with the Company
• As business conditions warrant a change in the operating necessities of the Company, all employees are expected to react productively and handle other essential tasks assigned now or in the future
• Tasks may vary slightly based on products produced at a division

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSE

• Human Resource Professional Certifications (PHR, SPHR) preferred

SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION

• Direction is provided for assignments in terms of desired outcome (goals), timing and budget. Work is reviewed or measured in terms of meeting organizational objectives and schedules.

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Develop and provide solutions to complex problems based on established precedents and are consistent with organization objectives.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing is required.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in Vietnamese, both verbally and in writing is required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Elevate Aircraft Seating offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. The base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience and take into account internal equity.

Salary Range Transparency: $75,000 - $100,000 annually

Featured Benefits:

• Up to 7% bonus potential (for bonus eligible positions)
• Generous 401(K) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• 12 paid holidays
• Affordable health care plans for yourself and your family
• And so much more!

Other Perks:

• On-site gym
• Free electric car charging stations
• Potential for growth within organization
• Supportive workplace environment with a team-oriented culture