HR Generalist

Qcells Georgia, Inc.; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Human Resources Generalist at Hanwha Q CELLS will work closely with the HR Manager to deliver innovative people solutions, focusing on employee relations while handling workforce planning, development, performance, and training across the organization.

Responsibilities include investigations, onboarding/offboarding, policy execution, and HR data reporting to support strategic decisions. A strong background in HR laws and confidential handling is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in HR roles with general responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment laws.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proficient in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Oversee onboarding, offboarding, and lifecycle processes.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.
• Coordinate recruitment, retention, and performance management practices.
• Maintain accurate employee records and generate HR reports.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
• Partner with leadership to design organizational programs.

Skills

Communication

Discretion

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Summary

The Human Resources Generalist works closely with the HR Manager. This position will provide innovative people solutions to address complex business issues, including but not limited to talent development and coaching for business outcomes, organizational design, and strategic decision-making. This position will primarily focus on employee relations but will also be accountable for all HR components, including workforce planning, learning and development, performance assessment processes, and all other HR functional disciplines.

Description

The Human Resources Generalist works closely with the HR Manager. This position will provide innovative people solutions to address complex business issues, including but not limited to talent development and coaching for business outcomes, organizational design, and strategic decision-making. This position will primarily focus on employee relations but will also be accountable for all HR components, including workforce planning, learning and development, performance assessment processes, and all other HR functional disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Handling all aspects of employee relations including disputes, corrective actions, and HR investigations.
• Handle employer relations matters with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Manage onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes.
• Coordinate new employee onboarding activities to ensure a smooth organizational transition.
• Act as a point of contact for employees, addressing inquiries and resolving HR-related issues.
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Communicate collaboratively with leadership to influence, develop, implement, and manage policies, programs, and services in recruitment and retention, performance management, and employee relations.
• Effectively interface with all levels of the organization to coordinate and oversee all HR-related activities.
• Analyze situations and identify and forecast pertinent problems.
• Evaluate realistic options to recommend/implement an appropriate course of action.
• Prepare employee separation notices and related documentation and conduct exit interviews.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by management.
• Support performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, and development plans.
• Provide guidance to employees and managers on performance-related matters.
• Identify training needs and collaborate with stakeholders to design and deliver training programs.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions as necessary.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records.
• Generate reports and analyze HR metrics to inform decision-making.
• Stay informed about changes in labor laws and ensure the organization's compliance.
• Work with legal counsel as needed to address HR-related legal matters.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR roles focusing on general responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations.
• Dependable, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proficient in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within Manufacturing or Industrial environments.
• Strong analytical skills and a thorough knowledge of plan designs.
• Ability to understand, evaluate, and make judgments on the proposals.
• Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing, and compliance requirements, both adopted and pending, affecting employee benefit programs, including ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Worker's Compensation, Medicare, and Social Security and DOL requirements.
• PHR certification/SHRM certification.

Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.