HR Operations Speacialist

Human Resources Operations Specialist

PrideStaff Financial is working with a manufacturing organization seeking a temporary HR Operations Specialist to support its team in the Woodland, CA area.. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role designed for an independent professional who can manage recurring, deadline-driven HR operations with minimal ramp-up time.

Position Overview

• Temporary, Temporary to Permanent [32–40] hours/week
• On-site / Hybrid – Woodland, CA area
• $28-$35 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the intake, tracking, required notices, and recordkeeping for FMLA, CFRA, and other medical or personal leaves of absence.
• Manage the interactive process and documentation for active accommodation requests.
• Coordinate and track required employee training, including manager ADA sessions and safety drills. Follow up with brokers on compliance filings and nondiscrimination testing.
• Independently process payroll using Gusto (or a comparable HRIS platform) each pay period, including handling new hires and terminations.
• Track and process meal and rest break premium payments per California requirements.
• Issue off-cycle checks and final/dismissal paychecks in strict compliance with California final-pay timing rules.
• Process employee expense reimbursements and manage contractor onboarding and payments.
• Handle new hire benefits enrollments, process qualifying life events, and resolve daily employee benefits questions.
• Assist with the logistical rollout of open enrollment, including distributing materials, tracking participation, and answering staff questions.

Required Experience

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in HR operations, payroll, or benefits administration.
• Strong working knowledge of FMLA/CFRA leave administration and the ADA interactive process.
• Proven experience navigating California wage-and-hour laws, specifically meal/rest breaks and final pay rules.
• Direct experience using Gusto or a similar modern HRIS/payroll platform.
• Prior experience supporting a benefits open enrollment cycle.
• Experience working within a lean or small HR team where flexibility is key
• Exceptional attention to detail and a proven track record of handling highly confidential employee data (health, leave, and compensation).

PrideStaff Financial Hiring Requirements:

• Must be 18+ Years Old
• Must be Willing to Submit to a Pre-Employment Background Check
• Must be Willing to Submit to a Drug Screen
• Must be Able to Provide Proof of Eligibility to Work in The U.S.

Enhance your career with a full-time job, with a great company, competitive wages, and let PrideStaff support you in your future employment endeavors. Your future starts with PrideStaff Financial!

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $28.00 - $35.00