People Operations Specialist

Gridware

People Operations Specialist at Gridware Technologies improving HR operations in a fast-paced environment. Supporting various HR activities, including compliance, employee onboarding, and workplace safety.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $125,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR policy creation, compliance management, and employee communication, with a strong focus on improving People Operations processes. Proficient in HRIS systems and safety program administration, ensuring accurate record-keeping and adherence to employment law requirements.

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HRIS Proficiency (Rippling)Compliance ManagementSafety Program AdministrationEffective Communication SkillsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

HR Policy CreationSOP DevelopmentEmployee Record AdministrationOnboarding CoordinationTimekeeping Management

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedSelf-MotivatedReliableGeneralist MindsetStrong Follow-Through

Tools & Technologies

ConfluenceMicrosoft OfficeBenefits SystemsTimekeeping Applications

Industry Keywords

ConstructionManufacturingLogisticsHourly WorkforceOSHA Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and maintain HR policies, SOPs, training materials, employee communications, and internal documentation through Confluence.
Coordinate onboarding administration, including new hire paperwork, and system setup.
Serve as the first point of contact for employee questions regarding HR policies, benefits, timekeeping, and HR systems.
Administer and maintain employee records, HRIS data, personnel files, and organizational documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Support HR compliance activities, including audits, required postings, I-9s, document retention, and employment law requirements.
Support workplace safety initiatives by administering safety training, tracking and reporting incidents, and following up on required compliance activities.
Serve as a resource for hourly employees by providing guidance on Rippling, timekeeping, meal and rest break requirements, and wage and hour compliance.
Continuously improve People Operations processes by identifying opportunities to increase efficiency, enhance the employee experience, and scale HR programs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of experience in HR, people operations, or a related administrative role
Background in construction, manufacturing, logistics, or other hourly/field workforce industries strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to create clear, effective content and communications
Strong administrative skills - organized, detail-oriented, and reliable
Familiarity with safety programs, OSHA standards, or field safety culture
A generalist mindset - comfortable wearing many hats and jumping between tasks
Self-motivated with a "get it done" attitude and strong follow-through
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with HRIS systems (Rippling), Microsoft Office, Benefits Systems, Timekeeping applications, etc...

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental & Vision (Gold and Platinum with some providers plans fully covered)
Paid parental leave
Alternating day off (every other Monday)
“Off the Grid”, a two week per year paid break for all employees.
Commuter allowance
Company-paid training