Human Resources Administrator

Freudenberg Group • Carpinteria, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world! This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of HR Admin support related to benefits, leaves of absence, and HR policy administration.
• 2+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience with experience in hourly, non-exempt in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of California payroll laws and wage & hour requirements, including overtime, meal and rest periods, and timekeeping compliance.
• Experience supporting hiring coordination and onboarding in a manufacturing or operations environment.
• Familiarity with HRIS and payroll systems such as Workday and ADP.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools.
• Strong customer service mindset with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with employees at all levels.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the facility during the workday.
• Full-time, on-site role based in a manufacturing facility.
• Standard business hours with flexibility to support payroll deadlines, onboarding schedules, and operational needs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Bilingual capabilities aligned with site needs (e.g., English/Spanish) preferred.
• Familiarity with regulated manufacturing environments (medical device, life sciences, or similar) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer the employee lifecycle, including new hire setup, system entry, orientation, exit interviews, and managing exit paperwork.
• Coordinate hiring and onboarding activities for the site, including scheduling interviews, coordinating pre-employment screenings, and managing onboarding documentation and conducting new hire orientation.
• Maintain and update HR systems, including new hires, job changes, pay updates, and terminations.
• Create, update, and maintain personnel files in compliance with federal, state, and company requirements.
• Process payroll in ADP for hourly, non-exempt and exempt employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with California wage and hour requirements.
• Provide first-level support to employees regarding benefits, leaves of absence, and general policy questions; escalate complex issues as needed.
• Support employee engagement and recognition activities, including service awards and site events.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits, and month-end metrics, ensuring data accuracy and timeliness.
• Serve as a visible and approachable HR presence supporting employees and supervisors with day-to-day HR needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED