Human Resources Manager – Tech Services, Operations & AI in Torrance, California

Location

Torrance, California

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

$62.5 – $67.31/hr

Company

Robert Half

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to support technical services, operations, and AI-focused teams within a dynamic environment in California. This direct hire opportunity is ideal for a strategic HR leader who can advise senior stakeholders, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and turn workforce insights into meaningful action. The role combines hands-on execution with trusted partnership across fast-moving business functions, helping leaders build strong teams and navigate growth, change, and evolving workforce needs.Responsibilities:• Serve as a strategic HR partner to leaders across technical services, operations, engineering-related groups, and planning functions to align talent priorities with business goals.• Guide managers on performance management, team effectiveness, leadership capability, and accountability to support strong operational results.• Lead initiatives related to organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning, and role clarity for specialized and technical teams.• Support the integration and adoption of AI-driven ways of working by partnering with leadership on change readiness, communication, and capability development.• Use people data and HR metrics to identify trends, surface risks, and recommend practical actions that improve engagement, retention, and performance.• Manage complex employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective action, and separation processes, with sound judgment and professionalism.• Oversee recurring HR programs such as performance review cycles, engagement initiatives, and compensation planning while ensuring a consistent employee experience.• Maintain and enhance job architecture, leveling approaches, and compensation alignment to promote internal equity and market competitiveness.• Contribute to HR process improvement through effective use of HRIS tools, onboarding practices, benefits coordination, and automation opportunities