People Operations Manager Jobs in California
People Operations Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, biotech, entertainment, and enterprise software companies, with openings at every level from coordinator-track roles through senior director. The largest hiring volumes sit in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where employers like Google, Salesforce, and Kaiser Permanente maintain significant people operations functions. The most in-demand specialties are HRIS implementation, workforce analytics, employee experience design, and HR business partnership supporting high-growth teams. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Please be advised the job position is located in the City of Industry, CA. This position is full-time and ON-SITE.
ABOUT THE JOB
Sunny Health & Fitness is a premiere distributor and importer of premium, high-quality health and fitness products specifically designed for home and boutique fitness studios. We believe fitness should be accessible to everyone, anywhere, anytime. Because we source directly through our wide network of manufacturers, our pricing is much more competitive than the average distributor in the industry. We are leaders, we are innovators, we are family.
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to act as a senior leader and business partner with the leadership team by planning and administering policies, programs, and processes related to human resources. Candidate will be responsible for ensuring operations align with values and culture.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists in the development and execution of processes and programs administered and performed by team or others such as: recruitment, selection, onboarding, retention, health services, training programs, compensation plans, wage surveys, safety program coordination, unemployment, workers' compensation, disability, orientation, team member activities, and team member handbook.
- Interviewing, Hiring, Process terminations, promotions/progression, performance management, safety, FMLA/ADA, harassment and discrimination, compliance, policy and procedures and cultural training needs to ensure a people-focused environment.
- Advise management team in appropriate resolution of team member relations issues and corrective action.
- Respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.
- Develop and coordinate the continuous improvement of team member relations and corrective action policies, and the communication of policies.
- Coordinate and facilitate the resolution of team member performance issues.
- Identify legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting the HR function and ensure team member relations policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance with federal and state law.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in Human Resources.
- Minimum of 4 years Employee Relations and Labor Relations experience.
- Thorough understanding of all HR related regulations and laws including but not limited to FLSA, Workers Compensation, FMLA, PPACA and ADA.
- Must be current in practices of employment law, benefits and compensation, OSHA record keeping, etc.
- Must be a self-starter with the ability to balance conflicting points of view, function effectively under pressure and demonstrate discretion, integrity and fair-mindedness.
- Proven ability to resolve complex problems by leveraging business/HR knowledge and client relationships.
- Excellent follow-up skills with the ability to follow-through to completion.
- Effective communication, writing and grammar skills and paying great attention to detail.
- Strong distribution experience.
- Must be computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office product; specifically, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
INTRODUCTION
Please be advised the job position is located in the City of Industry, CA. This position is full-time and ON-SITE.
ABOUT THE JOB
Sunny Health & Fitness is a premiere distributor and importer of premium, high-quality health and fitness products specifically designed for home and boutique fitness studios. We believe fitness should be accessible to everyone, anywhere, anytime. Because we source directly through our wide network of manufacturers, our pricing is much more competitive than the average distributor in the industry. We are leaders, we are innovators, we are family.
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to act as a senior leader and business partner with the leadership team by planning and administering policies, programs, and processes related to human resources. Candidate will be responsible for ensuring operations align with values and culture.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists in the development and execution of processes and programs administered and performed by team or others such as: recruitment, selection, onboarding, retention, health services, training programs, compensation plans, wage surveys, safety program coordination, unemployment, workers' compensation, disability, orientation, team member activities, and team member handbook.
- Interviewing, Hiring, Process terminations, promotions/progression, performance management, safety, FMLA/ADA, harassment and discrimination, compliance, policy and procedures and cultural training needs to ensure a people-focused environment.
- Advise management team in appropriate resolution of team member relations issues and corrective action.
- Respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.
- Develop and coordinate the continuous improvement of team member relations and corrective action policies, and the communication of policies.
- Coordinate and facilitate the resolution of team member performance issues.
- Identify legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting the HR function and ensure team member relations policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance with federal and state law.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in Human Resources.
- Minimum of 4 years Employee Relations and Labor Relations experience.
- Thorough understanding of all HR related regulations and laws including but not limited to FLSA, Workers Compensation, FMLA, PPACA and ADA.
- Must be current in practices of employment law, benefits and compensation, OSHA record keeping, etc.
- Must be a self-starter with the ability to balance conflicting points of view, function effectively under pressure and demonstrate discretion, integrity and fair-mindedness.
- Proven ability to resolve complex problems by leveraging business/HR knowledge and client relationships.
- Excellent follow-up skills with the ability to follow-through to completion.
- Effective communication, writing and grammar skills and paying great attention to detail.
- Strong distribution experience.
- Must be computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office product; specifically, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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People Operations Manager Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Taco Bell178
- Amazon124
- McDonald's116
- Abercrombie & Fitch76
- KFC62
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage430
- Retail389
- Technology & Software197
- Hospitality & Tourism164
- Healthcare & Medical Services128
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in people operations manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or organizational psychology required
- Three or more years of HR generalist or people operations experience in a California employer environment
- Working knowledge of California employment law including CFRA, CCPA, and paid sick leave requirements
- Experience administering HRIS platforms such as Workday, BambooHR, or Rippling
- PHR, SPHR, or SHRM-CP certification strongly preferred by most California hiring managers
- Demonstrated ability to support DEI initiatives and California-mandated pay transparency reporting
People Operations Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a people operations manager in California?
Most people operations managers in California start with a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field and build experience as an HR coordinator or generalist. California does not require a state-issued license for the role, but earning an SHRM-CP, PHR, or SPHR credential is a common differentiator. Familiarity with California-specific employment law, including CFRA and CCPA compliance, is expected by most employers in the state.
How much do people operations managers make in California?
People operations managers in California earn a median of about $170,080 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $96,430 for the lowest 10% to over $307,600 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire people operations managers in California?
Employers hiring people operations managers in California right now include Taco Bell, Amazon, and McDonald's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's density of technology headquarters, healthcare systems, and media companies means demand is spread across both established enterprises and fast-scaling startups.
Which California cities have the most people operations manager jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego have the most people operations manager openings in California. The Bay Area leads because of its concentration of technology and biotech headquarters that run large, dedicated people operations teams, while Los Angeles draws volume from entertainment, media, and a broad base of mid-market companies, and San Diego's biotech and defense sectors sustain steady hiring.
Are there remote people operations manager jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields, because people operations work is largely desk-based, policy-driven, and conducted over HRIS platforms that function equally well remotely. About 7% of people operations manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed this role has become since pandemic-era shifts. Tasks like workforce analytics, onboarding coordination, and HRIS administration are the most consistently offered in fully remote configurations.
How can I get hired as a people operations manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as an HR coordinator or people operations associate at a California technology or healthcare employer, where structured rotations expose you to recruiting, benefits, and compliance. Large California employers like Kaiser Permanente and Salesforce run HR associate and rotational programs designed for early-career candidates. Building HRIS proficiency in Workday or BambooHR and earning the SHRM-CP credential while in a coordinator role are the fastest ways to move into a manager-level opening.
Where can I find and apply to people operations manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to people operations manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and metros. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to each employer through the listings.
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