HR Specialist

Qcells Georgia, Inc.; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Q CELLS is seeking an HR Specialist to support the Manufacturing HR Office in Cartersville, GA. The role handles daily HR operations, data management, and the development and maintenance of HR automation tools and systems, working closely with the HR Manager to improve efficiency and lifecycle processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include onboarding, role changes, offboarding, turnover analysis, and maintaining HR records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Human Resources, HRIS, or related operational role.
• Fluent in Korean and English; excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, role changes, and offboarding.
• Analyze turnover data and provide actionable insights.
• Be a point of contact for HR policies, procedures, and benefits.
• Maintain accurate employee records in the HR database.
• Update and manage internal HR systems and platforms.
• Collaborate with HR Manager to optimize processes and systems.
• Assist with performance evaluation cycles and talent management programs.
• Assist in data collection for organizational design initiatives.

Skills

HR systems

Data management

Process improvement

Communication

Attention to detail

Discretion

Korean language

English language

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business Administration or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

HR Specialist

Classification: Salary, Exempt

Reports to: HR Manager, Manufacturing HR Office

Location: Cartersville, GA

Summary

The HR Specialist is responsible for supporting the Manufacturing HR Office by assisting in daily HR operations, managing HR data, and supporting the development and maintenance of HR automation tools and systems. This position works closely with the HR Manager to improve HR operational efficiency, assist with performance management initiatives, and ensure smooth execution of employee lifecycle processes within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support end‑to‑end employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, role changes, and offboarding.
• Assist in managing employee retention programs and analyzing turnover data to provide actionable insights.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date employee records in the HR database.
• Assist in the daily management and updating of internal HR systems and operational platforms.
• Identify repetitive HR administrative tasks and collaborate with the HR Manager to implement process optimizations and system enhancements.
• Support the testing and rollout of new HR system features or workflow improvements.
• Support the administrative execution of annual performance evaluation cycles and talent management programs.
• Assist in data collection and tracking for organizational design initiatives and role definition processes.
• Help create manuals and guides to ensure employees can effectively navigate HR systems and performance processes.
• Generate routine and ad‑hoc HR reports regarding headcount, turnover, and employee engagement.
• Analyze baseline HR metrics to identify trends and provide insights to the HR leadership team.
• Ensure strict data integrity and confidentiality across all HR platforms and spreadsheets.
• Collaborate with Production Managers and cross‑functional teams to resolve foundational HR and operational issues.
• Assist in ensuring that HR processes comply with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Support the HR team during internal audits, routine compliance checks, and policy rollouts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Human Resources, HRIS, or a related operational role (new graduates encouraged to apply).
• Strong interest or basic proficiency in HR systems, data management, and process improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Fluent in both Korean and English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest or foundational knowledge in HR tech, system automation, or data analytics.
• Experience using modern HRIS platforms or ERP systems.
• Prior internship or work experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

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.