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Human Resources Generalist

Northbay Recruiter


Job Location:

Santa Rosa, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 28 August 2026 (11 days ago)
Application Deadline: 25 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Human Resources Generalist

Sonoma County CA Full-Time On-Site

A well-established and highly regarded wine company in Sonoma County is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys being hands-on working closely with employees and leadership and having a meaningful impact across a broad range of HR functions.

The ideal candidate is a proactive approachable HR professional who can work independently build strong relationships throughout an organization and confidently manage both day-to-day HR needs and important compliance-related responsibilities. Bilingual Spanish fluency is required.

What Youll Do

This is a diverse HR role with responsibility across human resources payroll benefits employee relations compliance and recruiting. Key areas of responsibility include:

  • Manage and maintain HR policies procedures employee records and the employee handbook.

  • Oversee employee onboarding offboarding and exit interview processes.

  • Maintain accurate employee compensation and wage information.

  • Support employee relations and provide guidance on HR-related policies and workplace matters.

  • Coordinate annual participation in industry compensation and salary surveys.

  • Lead the workplace safety committee and assist with OSHA-related compliance initiatives.

  • Manage workers compensation reporting and participate in workplace injury investigations.

  • Partner with hiring managers throughout the recruiting process including resume review and candidate interviews.

  • Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll ensuring accurate handling of PTO retirement contributions wage garnishments and HSA/FSA deductions.

  • Maintain employee changes related to promotions terminations leaves and other status updates.

  • Coordinate annual 401(k) census reporting audits and related processes.

  • Administer employee benefits including eligibility enrollment renewals deductions and contribution processing.

  • Regularly review HR payroll and benefits records for accuracy and compliance.

What Were Looking For
  • Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business or a related field or equivalent professional experience/certification.

  • 35 years of HR-related experience with at least 2 years in a similar HR Generalist capacity.

  • Experience supporting multiple areas of HR including payroll benefits employee relations compliance and HRIS.

  • Strong understanding of employment compliance and HR best practices.

  • Fluent in Spanish and English.

  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information.

  • Comfortable working in a hands-on fast-paced environment and managing competing priorities.

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

  • Experience working in the wine industry is a plus.

  • Experience with IBS is a plus.

Why Consider This Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join an established Sonoma County organization where you can make an impact across the full HR function while working in a collaborative people-focused environment.

Benefits include:

  • Medical dental and vision insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Paid company holidays

  • 401(k) with company match

Schedule: Full-time on-site position in Sonoma County.

Interested

If you are a bilingual HR professional looking for a hands-on opportunity where you can contribute across HR payroll benefits and employee relations wed love to hear from you.

Apply today to learn more about this opportunity or email your resume directly to Jenny Ponce at .

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