Jobs in Foothill Ranch, CA

Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Assembler

Location: Lake Forest, CA

Pay Rate: $25/hr

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 5+ years as an electro-mechanical assembler

• Ability to operate a personal computer including using a Windows based operating system and related software

• Experienced with MRP and MES systems (Oracle, SAP, etc)

• Experienced in reading mechanical drawings/schematics

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• IPC620 and IPC610 Certification strongly preferred, can be active or expired

Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work from layout drawings, point to point wire lists, and wiring schematics.

• Electro-mechanical assembly, some assemblies may require lifting of 25-50lbs to perform rework.

• Follow technical instructions and work instructions

• Adhere to all safety rules, use and ensure that workers use the required protective equipment.

• Analyze and Interpret schematics and BOMs

• Discerning quality of parts and materials used in production.

• Inventory parts and tools used in the assembling process.

• Perform Preventative Maintenance on rework equipment

• Analyze and Interpret schematics and BOMs

• Maintain 5S order and cleanliness in the assigned area at all times

• Work under direct, close supervision of the lead or supervisor

• All other duties as assigned

***Candidates must be based in California, Maryland, or DC.***

ABOUT SEQUOIA CLIMATE FOUNDATION

Sequoia Climate Foundation is a climate philanthropy that believes in a world powered by clean energy, where all people are protected by policies that have averted the worst effects of climate change. We support bold strategies and efforts that will have both near-term impact and the greatest probability of long-term success. We believe that solving climate change requires the adoption of ambitious, evidence-based policy solutions that transform markets, advance clean technology, and lead to large‐scale change.

JOB SUMMARY

The Modeling Officer will support Sequoia’s in-house modeling capabilities helping to develop, iterate and synthesize estimates of emissions reduction impact across multiple grantmaking portfolios. They will collaborate with external and internal partners to identify, model and interpret multiple scenarios of future emissions, and implement probabilistic discounting methods to those scenarios. In collaboration with others, they will develop and implement purpose-driven quantitative analysis that informs philanthropic decision-making, using efficient, credible methods and tools. The Modeling Officer will work closely with grantmaking staff to interpret quantitative findings into actionable insights. The Modeling Officer will report to the Chief Evidence and Learning Officer, and collaborate closely with other members of Sequoia’s Evidence and Learning and Executive teams.

Essential Job Functions & Key Outcomes

Supports Sequoia’s in-house modeling of impact [50%]

• Supports the identification of existing emissions projections, or where necessary builds quantitative estimates of future emissions relevant to Sequoia’s grantmaking portfolio.
• Implements one of multiple existing probabilistic methods to inform decisions about strategic prioritization, and where necessary collaborates with others to expand those methods.
• Provides written and verbal insights to Sequoia’s grantmaking teams on the implications of the modeled results, and iterates the analysis to align with decision-maker needs.
• Engages in generative discussions with other members of Sequoia staff on novel methods and approaches, that balance the need for credible methods with efficiency and practicality.

Supports philanthropic decision-making with purpose-driven analysis [50%]

• Interprets and translates strategic questions into clear, compelling data products that support decision-making.
• Efficiently deploys appropriate data collation, wrangling and analysis methods in a reproducible manner, to provide credible, timely analysis.
• Builds and maintains systems, tools, and processes for quantitative and qualitative analysis of sensitive information from multiple organizational partners in collaboration with colleagues.
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously, time-boxing analyses where necessary to align with decision needs.
• Provides critical review of other analytical products.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education, Experience & Credentials

• Advanced degree in science, physics, statistics, applied mathematics, or related field required.
• A minimum of three years working in climate policy, science or philanthropy in a research or modeling role is required.
• Familiarity with Bayesian probabilistic models is preferred.
• Experience with AI-assisted qualitative analysis, including using large language models for structured information extraction (e.g., developing coding schemas, applying classification frameworks to new materials) is preferred.
• Experience in data visualization for decision-makers is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency in R and/or Python and GitHub required.

Competencies

• Integrity: Commitment to Sequoia Climate Foundation’s mission and values.
• Inspirational Leadership: Demonstrated values-based, results-driven leadership.
• Collegiality: Strong work ethic and experience working collaboratively with a team.
• Efficiency/Initiative: Ability to learn quickly, juggle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively and meet deadlines.
• Quality/Compliance: Attention to detail and timelines.
• Analytical: Ability to develop and implement novel analytical and modeling approaches quickly and collaboratively observing good coding practice and version control, including quantitative and qualitative analysis supported by generative AI and other emerging AI tools.
• Subject Matter Expert: Willingness to engage in in-depth, interdisciplinary conversations about data or methodological validity, and to co-create analytical outputs for different users.
• Innovative: Aptitude and interest in solving novel problems and actively stays on top of industry innovations and shares such findings with the broader team.

Working Conditions

This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 15 lbs. Requires the ability to periodically travel locally, regionally, and nationally.

Our client is looking for a nimble and detail-driven Mid-level Photo Producer to join their team!

This role is hybrid and based onsite in Orange County, CA. Sports licensing experience is a major plus! You will start by going onsite for shoots, and once our clients studio opens, the schedule will transition to three days per week in the office.

Responsibilities: 
-Lead both high-volume ecommerce and larger-scale campaign shoots. This role requires someone who can move fast, manage multiple productions at once, and keep budgets, timelines, and logistics tightly organized.
-Own end-to-end production for e-commerce and campaign photoshoots
-Build/manage budgets, schedules, vendors, crew, talent, and locations
-Partner cross-functionally with Creative, Brand, and Marketing teams
-Support integrated still + motion productions
-Lead on-set execution and problem-solving
-Manage licensing, usage rights, and production documentation

Qualifications:
-4+ years of photo production experience (ecomm + brand required)
-Experience supporting motion/video shoots
-Strong budgeting and negotiation skills
-Ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
-Sports licensing experience STRONGLY preferred

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

About Konnect

Konnect is a privately owned HR consulting firm with deep expertise in helping organizations design and optimize their people operations. Building on this foundation, Konnect is expanding into the SaaS space with the launch of KonnectAi, an AI-powered platform designed to automate and enhance HR workflows across the employee lifecycle.

Job Summary: We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll processing and a thorough understanding of payroll regulations and compliance. This role is essential in ensuring accurate and timely payroll for all employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payrolls for Konnect's client organizations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations, with the opportunity to support internal payroll operations for Konnect as the team scales.
• Maintain and update payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data.
• Review and verify timesheets, work charts, wage computation, and other information to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports and statements.
• Handle employee inquiries regarding payroll issues and resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance departments to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee data.
• Manage payroll deductions, including benefits, garnishments, and other withholdings.
• Prepare and file payroll tax returns and ensure timely payment of payroll taxes.
• Assist in the development and implementation of payroll policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular audits of payroll procedures and records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in payroll administration.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in payroll administration.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and software (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, Dayforce).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Certification in Payroll Administration (e.g., CPP) is a plus.

What We Offer

• Compensation: $72,800 annually (equivalent to ~$35/hour), W-2
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision), with 100% of medical premiums covered by Konnect
• Unlimited PTO
• 401(k) with up to 4% match
• Location: Hybrid in Irvine (Tuesday-Thursday) 7515 Irvine Center Dr, Ste 120 Irvine CA, 92618
• Clients: Multiple across industries and service tiers

Payroll/HR Specialist – Onsite, Lake Forest, CA

Location: Lake Forest, CA (Onsite, full-time)

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Compensation: $27 to $30 per hour

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Payroll/HR Specialist to support day‑to‑day HR operations with a strong focus on payroll accuracy, compliance, and employee support. This role will be the primary onsite point of contact for employees and will manage payroll through ADP Workforce Now (ADP WFN), annual open enrollment, and general HR administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Process full‑cycle payroll using ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accuracy and compliance

• Maintain employee records, new hire onboarding documentation, and HRIS updates

• Serve as the primary onsite employee point of contact for HR and payroll questions

• Support benefits administration, including annual open enrollment and ongoing changes

• Assist with employee status changes, audits, verifications, and reporting

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws

• Partner with management on HR initiatives, employee relations, and process improvements

• Generate payroll and HR reports as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred)

• 2–4+ years of payroll and HR experience

• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now (ADP WFN) required

• Experience supporting benefits administration and open enrollment

• Strong understanding of payroll regulations and HR best practices

• Excellent communication, confidentiality, and customer‑service orientation

• Ability to work onsite daily in Lake Forest, CA

Benefit offerings: include medical, dental, vision, additional voluntary benefits, 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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