HR Generalist

About Applied Aerospace

Aerospace systems demand precision engineering, expert manufacturing and unrelenting quality assurance. Government and commercial clients alike depend on Applied Aerospace solutions to perform at the velocities, forces, and temperatures of hypersonic and orbital flight. Applied Aerospace leverages an undeniable 70-year heritage in air, land, sea and space applications. By combining advanced engineering with proven techniques in composite and metallic manufacturing and assembly, Applied Aerospace builds fuselage and wing structures, actuated control surfaces, radomes, antennas and other complex solutions used in aviation, launch vehicles and spacecraft. Applied Aerospace is a portfolio company of Greenbriar Equity. For more information visit www.appliedaero.space

Applied Aerospace values work life balance and proudly offers the following benefits:

• 9/80 work schedule, which translates to you having every other Friday off work.
• Medical Insurance: Large percentage of premium covered by company for employee and dependents​
• Dental Insurance: 100% company paid premium for employee and dependents
• Vision Insurance: 100% company paid premium for employee and dependents
• Life Insurance: 100% company paid premium for employee
• Generous PTO accrual
• Education Assistance Program
• 401k: company contribution and match offered

Job Summary:

The HR Generalist plays a vital role in supporting the daily functions of the Human Resources department, including employee relations, compliance, policy updates, process streamlining, and other critical HR functions. This position ensures HR processes run smoothly and aligns with company policies and legal requirements while fostering a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a point of contact for inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and workplace matters.
• Assist in organizing employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive work environment.
• Assist with benefits as needed.
• Assist with FMLA, ADA, and other leaves of absence in compliance with company policy and law as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws (EEO, FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, etc.).
• Maintain employee records in accordance with confidentiality and data protection regulations.
• Assist in the enforcement of HR policies and procedures.
• Maintain employee records in the HRIS system.
• Generate HR-related reports for management and audits.
• Other critical HR tasks as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field/Preferred.
• 2-5 years of HR experience in a generalist role (manufacturing preferred).
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of CA HR laws and regulations (ADA, EEOC, DOL, etc.).
• Strong technical skills, including experience with HRIS software and databases.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in high volume environments.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or similar industries.
• Familiarity with union environments and labor relations.
• Experience with UKG.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• HR Generalist: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Stockton, CA 95206 (Required)

Work Location: In person