We are seeking a dedicated HRIS Specialist to join our HR team. This role involves intermediate administrative duties and advanced clerical tasks to support the HR department. Key responsibilities include managing HRIS data entry, onboarding, recruitment support, leave administration, and company policy enforcement. The ideal candidate will act as a primary point of contact for HR-related inquiries, providing exceptional support and maintaining confidentiality.

• Administer day-to-day operations of the HRIS.
• Support HR Generalists with complex administrative tasks, including report generation, job descriptions, recruitment postings, and leave of absence processing.
• Maintain internal employee files and training records, overseeing personnel changes such as transfers, terminations, and promotions.
• Administer temporary employee records, including auditing and orientation support.
• Assist with exit interviews and new hire orientations.
• Conduct research to address employee inquiries.
• Ensure confidentiality of HR-related information, with potential exposure to HIPAA data.

• High school diploma required, college degree preferred.
• 4+ years of HR-related experience or training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and chart creation.
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms, with UKG experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and familiarity with state and federal employment law.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

• PHR certification preferred.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and US Export Control regulations (ITAR/EAR).
• Background in the manufacturing industry is a plus.

This position requires onsite work Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm in Kearny Mesa. The HR team consists of 10 members in a collaborative and adaptive environment. The role involves occasional exposure to moderate noise levels and moving mechanical parts in a manufacturing setting. The team values adaptability, an outgoing personality, and the ability to implement process improvements patiently.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $34.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

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