Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is headquartered in Irvine, CA, and handles sales for the North American region. It is a subsidiary of Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm, and a Top 8 business enterprise in South Korea.

HQCA recently acquired Geli, a leading developer of Energy Management System software for energy storage, solar, and other renewable resources.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The HR Generalist plays a pivotal role in supporting our HR department's daily operations. Depending on the area of experts, this position is responsible for a wide range of tasks, including onboarding, offboarding, providing employee administrative support, facilitating performance management, and implementing training and development initiatives. This position requires to be on-site located in Irvine, CA.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with the HRBPs and other HR Specialists as needed on strategic HR initiatives that may include on/offboarding, transfers, HR administration, performance management, workforce planning, and talent management.
• Address employee queries and resolve employee relations issues, escalating to senior HR staff as needed.
• Assist in workforce planning initiatives, analyzing workforce data to support organizational goals.
• Support talent management processes, including succession planning and career development programs.
• Assess training needs and collaborate with department heads to address those needs.
• Plan and execute employee engagement activities and events.
• Create and disseminate corporate communications, including newsletters, announcements, and policy updates.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a equivalent field experience + A minimum of 3 years of HR operations experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• HR certifications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations

 

 

PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Mobility

Standing20% of time

Sitting70% of time

Walking10% of time

Strength

Pullingup to 10 Pounds

Pushingup to 10 Pounds

Carryingup to 10 Pounds

Liftingup to 10 Pounds

Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

TypingF

HandlingF

ReachingF