Human Resources Generalist

Join Kyocera International, Inc.
We’re hiring a Human Resources Generalist at our San Diego, CA facility!

Salary Range: $70,000 - 100,000 annually
(Final offer based on experience, education, skills, and market factors)

Why Kyocera?
With nearly 80,000 employees worldwide, Kyocera is a global leader in advanced ceramic technologies used in aerospace, automotive, medical, and semiconductor industries. Our materials power everything from smartphones to space shuttles — and we’re just getting started.

What Makes Us Stand Out?
We don’t just offer jobs — we offer careers with purpose, stability, and growth. Here’s what you can expect:

Generous Time Off

• 3 weeks of vacation to start (120 hours/year)
• 10 paid holidays annually

Financial Wellness

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid pension plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Investing in You

• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Flexible schedules

Work-Life Balance & Culture

• Onsite gyms, walking tracks, and employee gardens at larger locations
• Long-tenured team (many with 30+ years of service!)
• Inclusive and diverse workforce
• A company philosophy rooted in doing the right thing as a human being

Our Philosophy
Kyocera’s culture is deeply inspired by our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori. His values guide our decisions and shape our workplace. Learn more about our guiding principles here:

Kyocera Values

Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today and become part of a team that’s shaping the future — one innovation at a time.

HR Generalist (HRHR5702)

Exempt: Yes
Safety Sensitive: Yes

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The Human Resources Generalist provides full cycle HR support to plant and sales employees in a variety of locations. This role assists the HR Manager and other generalists on assigned projects by providing professional support in functional areas of Human Resources including benefits administration, employee relations, performance, compliance, and recruitment.

Manages all parts of the employee life cycle including new hire processes, termination and benefit calculation using HRIS system and a variety of vendor websites. This person will have wide expertise in four or more functional HR areas such as recruitment, FMLA/leave management, ADA, compensation, compliance, employee relations, performance, and coaching. They will often act as first point of contact to an employee related to HR processes/policy.

Requirements:

4 year degree, bachelor’s degree preferred in HR or Industrial Relations
PHR or SHRM CP certification preferred
4 years related HR employee support experience
Professional interpersonal skills, verbal/written communication and computer skills
Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to handle highly confidential information
excellent organization, administrative and creative problem solving skills
Must be able to interface with employees on all shifts
Resourceful at research and legal compliance
Eligible to work in an ITAR environment
Travel up to 25%

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collects inquiries and performs research on employee benefit questions with a variety of sources. Provide accurate information in a timely manner being mindful of employee privacy.
• Communicates professionally orally and via email in English, with all employee groups, outside vendors and the applicable agencies using a telephone, group, email, face-to-face, one-on-one communication. Should be approachable and professional in all of these interactions.
• Completes special projects assigned by manager; setting timetables and schedules; conducting research; developing and organizing information in a report; fulfilling transactions, collecting feedback and reporting to the KII HR group.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential and ensuring managers are trained in privacy expectations.
• Supports the Human Resources Manager and division head on issues related to new hires, terminations, compensation, benefits coordination, retirement plan administration (both 401(k) and pension), and training database.
• Provides current and prospective employees with information on policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, and employee benefits daily. Provides frequent counsel on policy implications.
• Back up to Sr Generalist and HR Managers/leadership in a variety of areas. May represent Kyocera at events. May offer companywide training on general HR topics.
• Maintains clean and accurate personnel records and provides information for internal and external audits as requested in a timely manner. May provide month end reports on headcount, attendance, temporary staff, or overtime as needed. May create strategic plans related to compensation or planning for labor.
• Improves manager and employee performance by identifying and clarifying problems at early stages, evaluating potential solutions, implementing selected solution, counseling managers, coaching employees as needed, documenting employee counseling and progressive disciplinary action.
• Will be frequently exposed to HIPAA sensitive information related to benefit administration, FMLA, and FSA reconciliation or questions.
• Plan and conduct new hire orientations and assist with 90-day onboarding and trial period. May assist in creating new content or training material as needed.
• Employee event planning, set up, and resource coordination for a variety of events. May select vendors and complete ringis as needed.
• May be trained as back-up Ringi coordinator or training database administrator, or be assigned HR trainer for Philosophy, EHS or other HR related topics depending on site need. May travel to multiple locations as needed for training or onsite support.
• Create and/or audit spreadsheets and invoices related to recruitment efforts, terminations, temporary staffing, new hire reports and compensation monthly or as requested.
• Maintains employee bulletin boards and electronic information stations, in local site and outside offices to ensure compliance and understanding. May complete compliance questionnaires and employment verifications as needed. Exposed to a wide variety of HR compliance matters.
• Partner with hiring managers to determine staffing needs, update job descriptions, process requisitions, post jobs, screen, and interview. May attend job fairs or outreach activities. Proposes compensation for new hires and coordinates offers.
• Tracks and audits open enrollment data for accuracy and compliance, may coordinate open enrollment events.
• Trains new generalists and specialists on administration of employee benefits, compensation, performance reviews, personnel record retention, filing/ scanning, unemployment claims, verification of income, and training. May support these areas as needed.
• Ensure compliance with affirmation action program including temp agency contact, recording, paperwork, and annual reporting.
• Assist HR Managers with employee relations issues, legal matters, policy interpretation, and recommended actions.
• Assist with preparing materials for delivering and conducting employee meetings. Provides overall administrative support for all HR transactions and communications (emails, calls, face to face).
• Refers more complex matter to HR management for counsel and support. Prepares all supporting documents and reports needed for management or legal review and decision making.
• May travel up to 25%.

Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear; occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds..

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
There are no harmful environmental conditions that are present for this position.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.

Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.