HR Planning Specialist I

HLBMA LLC•Ellabell, GA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Planning Specialist I supports workforce planning, personnel administration, HR data management, and reporting to ensure accurate and efficient HR operations. The role maintains employee information, supports headcount planning and personnel changes, prepares HR reports, and helps ensure data integrity across HR systems. It works closely with HR, Finance, department leaders, and global teams to support organizational planning, workforce monitoring, and HR operational processes within a fast-paced, multicultural manufacturing environment. This is an entry-level position with development opportunity into more advanced HR planning responsibilities. The position is primarily office-based within a manufacturing facility and includes regular interaction with internal stakeholders and handling sensitive employee and business information. Occasional visits to production or operational areas require adherence to safety protocols and use of required PPE. Working hours may require flexibility to support global coordination across time zones, expatriate needs, or business travel activities.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in Human Resources, HR planning, HR operations, data management, or administrative coordination; relevant internship, co-op, or academic experience may be considered in lieu of full-time experience.
Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English, including the ability to communicate directly with Korean-speaking global teams and support expatriate administration and international visitor documentation.
Ability to organize, maintain, and analyze employee data with a high level of accuracy.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Basic knowledge of workforce planning, personnel administration, and HR reporting processes.
Basic analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive employee information.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational, teamwork, and collaboration skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated reliable work history and consistent attendance in prior employment.
Current, unrestricted authorization to work in the United States; the position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Experience working with HRIS platforms such as SAP, SuccessFactors, or ADP.
Experience preparing reports or working with data in Microsoft Excel.
Experience in a manufacturing or multicultural business environment.

Responsibilities

Support workforce planning and headcount management, including tracking actual headcount against approved staffing plans.
Monitor and maintain employee headcount data, including new hires, terminations, transfers, vacancies, and organizational changes.
Coordinate personnel actions, including promotions, demotions, transfers, and reporting line changes.
Prepare and maintain personnel action documentation, approval records, and organizational assignments.
Maintain and update employee information in HRIS platforms, including SAP SuccessFactors and ADP.
Conduct regular HR data validation and reconciliation to ensure accuracy and consistency across HR systems.
Prepare periodic and ad hoc HR reports, including headcount, employee movements, workforce demographics, and organizational data.
Collect, consolidate, and analyze HR data in Microsoft Excel to support workforce planning, management reporting, and operational decision making.
Assist with performance evaluations, promotions, compensation planning, and other HR planning initiatives.
Collaborate with HR, Finance, department leaders, and global teams to support HR planning activities, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
Support expatriate administration, including housing coordination, visa documentation, and related employee assistance.
Coordinate international visitor and vendor support activities, including invitation letters and documentation.
Maintain confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive employee and business information.
Maintain regular and reliable on-site attendance.
Maintain cleanliness at the work site in accordance with 5S3R Standards (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain; Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container).
Perform other duties as assigned.