HR Generalist

Note to applicants: This exciting opportunity, with a generous benefits package, is an in-office position with operational hours M-F between the hours of 8:00 am-5:00 pm. This position is full-time and on-site at our office in Valencia, CA

Who We Are

Sunco.com is a leading online lighting retailer headquartered in Valencia, CA. Thanks to our amazing and talented employees, we are proud to be one of the largest online lighting retailers in the US. We deeply value our collaborative, open, and people-first culture and are invested in making Sunco a positive place where our team members thrive every day. With our new state-of-the-art distribution center in Georgia, we continue to expand our reach and enhance our ability to serve our customers with excellence and efficiency. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that is lighting the way to a brighter future.

What We Do

We light up the world, literally. Customers have chosen Sunco to provide millions of LED lights and trust us for our exceptional customer service, eco-conscious product expertise, and unmatched value.

What You’ll Do

We are seeking a proactive and people-focused HR Generalist to support our growing team and help shape a positive employee experience. This position combines recruiting ownership with generalist responsibilities across employee relations, HR operations, and special projects. The ideal candidate is ready to take initiative, improve processes, and grow within the HR function. This role will work closely with the HR Manager and department leads, to ensure consistency, compliance, and care across all stages of the employee lifecycle.

Employee Experience & Support

Act as the first point of contact for employee HR questions and support requests
Support and enhance the onboarding, and employee lifecycle experience
Maintain documentation of employee feedback, check-ins, and issue resolution steps
Collaborate with departments such as Warehouse, Product, and IT to implement cross-functional initiatives
Support employee relations matters by helping address workplace concerns and partnering with managers on appropriate resolutions
Lead key HR initiatives and project that enhance employee experience and process efficiency (i.e. warehouse scheduling improvements and employee engagement programming)
Champion company culture by helping plan quarterly events, new hire welcomes, and internal communication efforts

HR Operations & Compliance

Create and maintain standard documents (e.g., Personnel Action Forms, change letters, transfer forms)
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws across employment practices
Assist with the review and rollout of HR policies and employee handbook updates
Support leaves of absence tracking and documentation (FMLA, ADA, etc.) as needed
Coordinate employee offboarding processes including exit interviews, final documentation, and system updates

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

Own full-cycle recruiting for assigned roles, including sourcing, posting, screening, scheduling, and candidate communication
Post roles across multiple platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.) and maintain ATS data accuracy
Partner with hiring managers to ensure a clear and smooth recruiting process
Prepare for future scale by documenting recruiting workflows
Document recruiting workflows and help improve hiring processes to support future organizational growth
Assist with contractor onboarding or contingent workforce needs as required

Benefits & Compensation Support

Assist with benefits administration including open enrollment, benefits troubleshooting, and employee questions
Help coordinate with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely setup and changes
Support HR Manager and Finance with pay-related changes and compensation updates
Assist with employee communications related to benefits and compensation programs

Training, Development & Reporting

Help coordinate and track compliance training, onboarding sessions, and team development resources
Assist with performance management processes including documentation and review cycle support
Monitor key HR metrics (turnover, headcount, time-to-fill)
Assist in preparing HR reports and insights for leadership to support workforce planning and decision-making

What You’ll Need

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
3+ year in an HR Generalist role
Strong knowledge of California labor laws and HR compliance practices
Experience working with HRIS and applicant tracking systems
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, people-focused environment
Proactive, adaptable, and eager to grow within the HR field

Benefits & Perks

At Sunco, we pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our team members, our offering include:

Comprehensive Health and Wellness Coverage: Enjoy peace of mind with our extensive health insurance plans, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) with Company Match: Secure your financial future with our 401(k) plan, featuring a competitive company match to help you save for retirement.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Take advantage of FSAs to manage out-of-pocket healthcare and dependent care expenses efficiently.
Time Off Policy: We believe in the importance of work-life balance and provide a generous time off policy, including paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential counseling and support services for personal and professional challenges.
Team Building Activities: Engage in weekly challenges, weekly Wellness Walks, regular team-building activities, and quarterly company outings to foster a strong sense of community.

Job Type: Full-time , Exempt (Non-Exempt)

Compensation: $30.00 - 33.00 per hour

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to accurately reflect the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Sunco Lighting Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and complies with Ban the Box laws, which prohibit us from inquiring about an applicant's criminal history until after a conditional job offer has been made. We also prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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