HR Specialist (CONFIDENTIAL) - Mojave, CA

Job Title: Human Resource Specialist Pay Rate: $39 - $51 per hour (DOE) Location: Mojave, CA Area Code: 661 Shift: 1st Shift Employment Type: Contract (Contract to Direct) Job Summary The Human Resource Specialist will serve as a key employee-facing partner within a fast-paced manufacturing and warehouse environment. Reporting to the Human Resource General Manager, this role supports day-to-day HR operations, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance initiatives while helping cultivate and strengthen company culture. The ideal candidate is a people-oriented professional with strong communication skills and the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization. This position requires a proactive, solutions-driven HR professional with experience supporting hourly and operational teams. Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employees and front-line leadership.
• Coordinate and conduct new hire onboarding and orientation programs.
• Support full-cycle recruiting efforts for warehouse and manufacturing roles.
• Assist with employee relations matters, including investigations, coaching, and conflict resolution.
• Partner with leadership to reinforce company culture, engagement, and retention initiatives.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and company policies.
• Support performance management processes, including evaluations and corrective action documentation.
• Assist with benefits administration, leave management (FMLA, ADA), and policy interpretation.
• Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations applicable to manufacturing environments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor"s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience supporting employees within a manufacturing and/or warehouse environment.
• Strong employee relations background with demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
• Experience conducting onboarding and new hire orientation programs.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; must be a people person.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to the nature of the work.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent).
• Experience high-volume operational environment.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) a plus.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.