(Part-Time) Human Resources Generalist

Nissin Ion Equipment USA, Inc., a Sumitomo Electric Group company, is seeking a part-time Human Resources Generalist in our Billerica, MA office. This role works closely with the President and the HR team at the holding company.

About Nissin Ion Equipment USA, Inc.

Nissin Ion Equipment USA, Inc. (NIUSA) is a multinational company supplying and supporting state-of-the-art ion implanters and flat panel display equipment. Nissin Ion has multiple subsidiaries supporting their equipment, which is supplied to the world's leading foundry, logic, memory, and flat panel display companies. NIUSA operates two U.S. locations: the sales and service office in Austin, Texas, and the R&D and applications office in Billerica, Massachusetts.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of payroll duties for processing semi-monthly payrolls across multiple states, including updating employee time and attendance information, transmitting data to an outside processing agency, reviewing and verifying payroll reports, and generating various payroll reports (currently using ADP Vantage).
• Serve as the primary employee benefits administrator for medical, dental, COBRA, workers’ compensation, disability, FMLA, life insurance, and 401(k) plans; maintain strong knowledge of all plans, perform compliance-related recordkeeping, and reconcile monthly invoices.
• Maximize use of HR systems, maintain confidential and employment-related data, and develop data reports and metrics on various HR issues.
• Coordinate and update HR postings for all employees.
• Assist the President and Corporate HR in developing communications, education, and information strategies to maximize employee understanding of HR policies, programs, services, and culture; act as a catalyst for continuous improvement.
• Respond to and resolve employee relations issues and concerns; provide accurate and timely information, and refer complex or sensitive situations to the Manager for resolution.
• Manage the implementation and development of an in-house employee training system addressing wellness, health, and safety training needs.
• Handle staffing and recruiting, including developing a diverse candidate pool, conducting interviews, reference checks, and background screenings; coordinate and track staffing requests to ensure timely fulfillment.
• Manage the complete new hire onboarding and off-boarding orientation process, explain policies, procedures, and benefits, and coordinate processes with managers for post-hire evaluations.
• Coordinate and input training data into files and systems; track and follow up on missing information.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws across all HR areas.
• Perform various support duties, including backing up other department members, office clerical tasks, responding to HR issues, conducting audits, generating reports, arranging company events, verifying employment inquiries, and coordinating wellness activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or an equivalent field of study.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in a Human Resources Generalist function, including assisting with multi-state payroll processing.
• Strong knowledge of human resources practices, policies, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• High competency with payroll/HR systems software, database management, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access).
• High level of energy, self-motivation, and proactivity; ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, diverse environment.
• Strong customer service orientation, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Continuous improvement mindset with aptitude for problem-solving and deadline management.
• Ability to interact with team members and leadership at all organizational levels.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills.
• Hands-on approach with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Experience with ADP Vantage is a plus.
• SHRM-CP certification is a plus.
• Ability to communicate (speak, read, and write) in Japanese at a business level is a plus.
• Familiarity with Japanese corporate culture.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $25 to $35 per hour. Compensation may vary depending on experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and location. This role may also be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses or incentives.