Human Resources Specialist

Socket.dev; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

401(k) employer match

Hybrid work schedule

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Murata Electronics is seeking an HR Specialist to provide operational support for Inpat employees, coordinating with internal departments, vendors, and stakeholders. The role focuses on HR data accuracy, reporting, and process improvements within a hybrid Atlanta or Dallas location.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years in HR-related roles, with strong Japanese communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Some domestic travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 2+ years experience in employee support, HR operations, general administration, executive support, customer service, or a comparable coordination role.
• Advanced verbal and written proficiency in Japanese for daily business communication with Inpats.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with employees, internal stakeholders, and external vendors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records, track multiple cases and deadlines, and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong task-management skills and ability to prioritize recurring work, urgent requests, and changing needs.
• Proactive, service-oriented, confidential, and flexible approach is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS (personal data, job changes, promotions, terminations).
• Produce regular and ad hoc HR reports and dashboards (headcount, turnover, vacancy, new hires) to support decision making.
• Support HR system updates, data reconciliations, and testing during implementations.
• Support HR processes: collect approvals, prepare input files, and track timelines.
• Administer performance review processes: distribute forms, track completion, compile results and reminders.
• Maintain compliance documentation and assist with audits, mandatory notices and policy distribution.
• Identify and document opportunities to streamline HR operational processes.
• Manage day to day HR administrative tasks: employment verifications, letters, filing, AAP/EEOC, etc.
• HRIS data feed accuracy between SuccessFactors and Dayforce working with IT department.
• HRIS issue resolution when needed.
• Perform other Inpat-relate duties as assigned, adapting to changing business needs, policies, and individual circumstances.

Skills

HR operations

Employee support

Administrative coordination

Japanese communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

HRIS systems

Excel-based tracking tools

Job description

For 80 years, Murata Electronics has been a tireless innovator, committed to developing technologies that profoundly change the world around us. Our solutions are inside more state-of-the-art products than you may imagine. Additionally, we enable other global companies to turn their visions into reality – from mobile communications to computers and networking, medical devices to power solutions, smart home technologies to automotive electronics. Our past innovations drive today's technology – and our present innovations are shaping tomorrow's.

Whatever the future holds, you can be sure that Murata will be a part of it.

Why Consider This Job Opportunity

Murata Electronics has international assignees (Inpats) from Japan working across U.S locations. The HR Specialist provides HR operational and timely support for the Inpat employees, enabling them to progress and successfully complete their individual assignments. This position coordinates with internal departments, external vendors, professional service providers, and other stakeholders. The HR Specialist is responsible for multiple areas and may change based on business and individual needs.

Workplace Policy

Hybrid from Atlanta, GA or Dallas, TX

What To Expect (Essential Job Responsibilities)

• Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS (personal data, job changes, promotions, terminations).


• Produce regular and ad hoc HR reports and dashboards (headcount, turnover, vacancy, new hires) to support decision making.


• Support HR system updates, data reconciliations, and testing during implementations.


• Support HR processes: collect approvals, prepare input files, and track timelines.


• Administer performance review processes: distribute forms, track completion, compile results and reminders.


• Maintain compliance documentation and assist with audits, mandatory notices and policy distribution.


• Identify and document opportunities to streamline HR operational processes.


• Manage day to day HR administrative tasks: employment verifications, letters, filing, AAP/EEOC, etc.


• HRIS data feed accuracy between SuccessFactors and Dayforce working with IT department.


• HRIS issue resolution when needed.

Miscellaneous Job Responsibilities

Perform other Inpat-relate duties as assigned, adapting to changing business needs, policies, and individual circumstances.

What Is Required (Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree is required.


• 2+ years experience in employee support, HR operations, general administration, executive support, customer service, or a comparable coordination role.


• Advanced verbal and written proficiency in Japanese for daily business communication with Inpats.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with employees, internal stakeholders, and external vendors.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records, track multiple cases and deadlines, and handle confidential information with discretion.


• Strong task-management skills and ability to prioritize recurring work, urgent requests, and changing needs.


• Proactive, service-oriented, confidential, and flexible approach is essential.

How To Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience supporting expatriates or international assignees, global mobility, immigration visas and taxes, benefits, travel, or employee relocation.


• Experience coordinating with external vendors or professional service providers; familiarity with AGAVE, Cigna, HR or expense systems, or Excel-based tracking tools is helpful.

Travel

Some domestic travel required to communicate with Inpats.

Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.


• Generous Paid Time Off including paid holidays and floating holidays.


• 401(k) employer match on retirement planning.


• Hybrid working schedule for eligible positions.


• Tuition reimbursement on approved programs.


• Flexible and health spending accounts.


• Talent Development program.

Imagine the possibilities as a member of Murata'sinnovative global team.

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