Generalist- Human Resource I (On-site)

First Solar Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Kulim; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking an HR Generalist to partner with managers on daily HR matters within a dynamic manufacturing setting. You will support employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, performance reviews, workforce planning and development, while ensuring fair HR practices.

The role requires strong English and Malay communication, collaboration with specialist HR teams, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; HRIS exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field.
• Fresh graduates or candidates with up to two years HR experience welcome.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English and Malay.

Responsibilities

• Partner with managers on day-to-day HR matters.
• Support employee relations and grievance handling.
• Coordinate performance and talent reviews, and development plans.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning and redeployment.
• Support compensation planning and HR best practices.
• Prepare HR reports and data-driven presentations.
• Coordinate HR programmes, training and engagement activities.
• Prepare employee communications in English and Malay.
• Guide managers on HR policies and systems.

Skills

Communication skills

English & Malay

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Education

Bachelors in HR/Business or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

AI tools familiarity

Job description

Join our HR team and gain broad, hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

Partner with managers and employees on day-to-day HR matters.

Support employee relations, disciplinary matters, grievance handling and workplace conflict resolution.

Coordinate performance reviews, talent reviews and employee development plans.

Assist with recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning, redeployment and succession planning.

Support compensation planning and ensure fair, consistent HR practices.

Prepare HR reports, workforce indicators and data-driven presentations.

Coordinate HR programmes, training, engagement activities and organisational initiatives.

Prepare employee communications, HR announcements and digital content in English and Malay.

Guide managers on HR policies, processes, systems and tools.

Collaborate with specialist HR teams to deliver effective solutions.

About you

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or a related field.

Fresh graduates or candidates with up to two years of HR experience are welcome.

Basic knowledge of Malaysian employment and industrial relations legislation.

Exposure to manufacturing or corporate HR is an advantage.

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Malay.

Exposure to employee communications, presentations and stakeholder engagement.

Strong interpersonal, analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office; exposure to HRIS is preferred.

Familiarity with AI tools, Microsoft Copilot, Canva or similar productivity and content-creation platforms is an advantage.

Collaborative, adaptable, detail-oriented and eager to learn.

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Founded in 1999, First Solar is a leading American solar technology company and global provider of responsibly produced eco-efficient solar modules advancing the fight against climate change. The company is unique among the world’s ten largest solar manufacturers for being the only US-headquartered company and not manufacturing in China. First Solar’s advanced thin film photovoltaic (PV) modules represent the next generation of solar technologies, providing a competitive, high-performance, lower-carbon alternative to conventional crystalline silicon (c‑Si) PV panels.

Founded in 1999, First Solar is a leading American solar technology company and global provider of responsibly produced eco-efficient solar modules advancing the fight against climate change. The company is unique among the world’s ten largest solar manufacturers for being the only US-headquartered company and not manufacturing in China. First Solar’s advanced thin film photovoltaic (PV) modules represent the next generation of solar technologies, providing a competitive, high-performance, lower-carbon alternative to conventional crystalline silicon (c‑Si) PV panels.

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