Bilingual HR/Payroll Specialist (Direct Hire)
Delano, CA

A reputable agriculture company o is looking for an experienced and dependable Bilingual (English/Spanish) HR/Payroll Specialist to join their office team. This role plays a key part in managing payroll and supporting HR functions for field and office employees. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, discreet, and experienced with agricultural labor requirements and payroll systems.

Responsibilities
Payroll Duties
Process weekly payroll for field workers and staff in accordance with California labor laws
Maintain accurate records of hours worked, piece rates, and wage calculations
Review and verify timecards, piecework sheets, and crew rosters
Ensure timely submission of W-2s, garnishments, and other payroll documents
Collaborate with foremen and supervisors to resolve payroll discrepancies

Human Resources Support
Conduct recruiting, onboarding, orientations, and assist with hiring paperwork
Maintain up-to-date employee files and ensure I-9, E-Verify, and compliance records are accurate
Track leaves of absence, terminations, and worker documentation
Respond to employee questions regarding pay, policies, and procedures
Support the HR Manager with audits, training, and employee relations

Requirements
Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish (written and verbal) – required
2+ years of experience in HR and/or payroll, preferably in agriculture or an FLC setting
Knowledge of California labor laws, wage orders, and piece-rate compliance
Experience with payroll software (e.g., Datatech, Famous, AgStar, or similar)


Compensation & Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO
Direct hire with opportunities for growth
Monday–Friday schedule


Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.