Human Resource Generalist I

First Solar • Perrysburg, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The HR Generalist I will work with HR management and Operations management to provide mobility, Immigration and Site-specific HR support (US assigned locations only) to enable successful operations across US corporate and Global Manufacturing sites. Provides day-to-day Mobility and Immigration support by serving as the primary point of contact for associates across Company Operational Jurisdictions. This position also has responsibilities in the following functional areas: employee relations, training, onboarding, policy implementation, and employment law compliance.

Requirements

• Understanding of general human resources policies and procedures.
• Good knowledge of employment/labor laws.
• Basic understanding of US work visa types/regulations.
• Time management & strong organization skills.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and people skills.
• Ethical Practice.
• Cultural Awareness.
• Relationship management.
• Must be self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs and HRIS systems.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 1 to 2 years of experience in Human Resources is preferred.
• Proven employee relations experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of HRIS systems, ADP, and Kronos is preferred.
• Major in human resources or business is preferred.
• A PHR or SHRM-CP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for global associates regarding immigration and visa-related inquiries.
• Act as the first point of HR contact for assigned business sites.
• Support HR leadership with internal reviews, audits, and assessments of immigration data, processes, and policies.
• Collect, consolidate, analyze, and report HR and global immigration data and metrics.
• Coordinate with immigration/tax vendors on data/documentation check to support work authorization and tax support activities.
• Maintain and manage confidential personnel and immigration records in electronic systems.
• Contribute to team objectives and support the achievement of departmental and individual goals.
• Monitor and maintain compliance with federal, state, local, and immigration-related laws and regulations.
• Analyze workforce and immigration data, prepare reports, and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination.
• In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws.
• It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level