Human Resource Generalist I (HR Operations and Global Mobility/Immigration)

About the role

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.

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.
• Coincordinate 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Bachelor’s Degree required, major in human resources or business is preferred.
• A PHR or SHRM-CP certification is preferred.

Skills/Competencies

• 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.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: 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. Bachelor’s Degree required, major in human resources or business is preferred. A PHR or SHRM-CP certification is preferred.

Pay

Estimated Salary Range: $58,656 - $69,000 / annually US

Schedule

Travel: 0% - 5% (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.)

Benefits

N/A

Skills

• 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.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

Estimated Salary Range: $58,656 - $69,000 / annually US

Schedule

Travel: 0% - 5% (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.)

Physical Requirements

Office Physical Requirements: All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation.

Reporting Relationships

This position reports to Sr. Program Manager- HR Operations, Global Mobility and Immigration. This position will not have direct reports.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.