Description The Human Resources Generalist plays a critical role in supporting employees and leaders across multiple service centers. This position serves as a trusted HR partner, ensuring a smooth onboarding experience, accurate and timely workers’ compensation administration, and responsive day-to-day employee support. This role requires strong working knowledge of Paylocity, high attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, multi-location environment and is passionate about delivering positive employee experience. Temporary position covering for maternity leave 4-6 months only. Onboarding & New Hire Experience + Manage full-cycle onboarding process from offer acceptance through first 90 days. + Initiate and track onboarding workflows within Paylocity, including: + New hire paperwork + I-9 verification and E-Verify compliance + Direct deposit and tax forms + Benefits enrollment coordination + Partners with hiring managers to ensure new hires have required tools, system access, and training. + Conduct new hire orientation (virtual and/or in person). + Monitor onboarding metrics and ensure timely completion of required documentation. + Support background checks and pre-employment screenings. Workers’ Compensation Administration + Serve as primary point of contact for all workers’ compensation claims. + File First Reports of Injury (FROI) in a timely and compliant manner. + Coordinate with insurance carriers, adjusters, and leadership. + Track claim status, return-to-work documentation, and medical restrictions. + Support modified duty and return-to-work programs. + Maintain accurate documentation and ensure OSHA log updates when required. + Partner with Safety and Operations leaders to identify trends and reduce incidents. Employee Support & HR Operations + Serve as first point of contact for employee HR inquiries. + Provide guidance on policies, benefits, payroll questions, timekeeping, PTO, and compliance matters. + Assist leaders with employee relations matters and documentation. + Maintain accurate employee records in Paylocity. + Support payroll processing by auditing changes and resolving discrepancies. + Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. + Assist with performance management processes and documentation. + Support employee engagement initiatives and company programs. Additional Skills & Qualifications + 3+ yeas of HR Generalist or higher level HR coordination experience + HRIS - Paylocity (onboarding & time/labor reporting) + Worker's compensation + HR Requirement understand: i-9, FLSA & OSHA basics + Microsoft Suite - Word & excel used the most. Must be comfortable with Excel - ideally pivot tables at least + Leave of Absence Administration + Benefits Administration + LMS + HR Reporting + Onboarding + Employee Records Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Irvine, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.