A single sentence of context: The Human Resources Manager will oversee full lifecycle HR across the United States and China, coordinating recruiting, payroll, compliance, training, and policy while connecting U.S. and China teams.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end recruitment, from sourcing to screening, structured interviews, and extending offers.
Oversee U.S. employment compliance across all active states with emphasis on California requirements (FEHA, wage and hour, pay transparency, mandatory leave and sick pay).
Administer payroll, benefits, workers' comp, and HRIS; ensure accurate W-2 processing and proper worker classification (W-2 vs. 1099; exempt vs. non-exempt).
Develop and maintain compensation structures and KPI/performance systems, including sales commissions and incentive plans.
Design and operate the training and development program, including onboarding, role-based training, and ongoing employee development.
Maintain the employee handbook, HR policies, and required documentation (I-9, W-4, offer letters, etc.).
Act as the primary HR liaison between U.S.-based and China-based colleagues.
Advise the founder on people decisions, organizational planning, and risk management.

Requirements

8+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years as an HR generalist or manager owning multiple HR functions.
Full professional fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese, required for daily communication with U.S. and China teams.
Strong knowledge of U.S. employment law and regulations, with hands-on California compliance experience.
Proven experience in compensation design and KPI/performance management.
Experience building training and learning and development programs from the ground up.
Experience supporting a sales-driven organization, including sales compensation or commission plans.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
Proficiency with payroll/HRIS platforms (examples: Gusto, Rippling, ADP, or similar).

Technologies

Gusto
Rippling
ADP

Preferred Qualifications

Education or significant work experience within the U.S. employment system.
Experience working across Chinese and U.S. corporate and cross-cultural environments.
Experience at an early-stage startup or small company, comfortable serving as the sole HR professional.
Multi-state HR compliance experience, including state tax registrations, foreign qualifications, and state-specific benefits.
HR certifications (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR) are preferred.
Experience with worker classification, employee handbook creation, and HR policy development from scratch.

Equal Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pay

USD 60,000 - 80,000 per year

Work Location

Chino, CA onsite (in person)

Human Resources Manager

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