Global Mobility Program Manager Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. 

Basic Job Functions:

The HR Generalist I will work with HR management and Operations management to provide mobility, Immigration and Site-specific HR support (US assigned locations only) to enable successful operations across US corporate and Global Manufacturing sites. Provides day-to-day Mobility and Immigration support by serving as the primary point of contact for associates across Company Operational Jurisdictions. This position also has responsibilities in the following functional areas: employee relations, training, onboarding, policy implementation, and employment law compliance.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum 1 to 2 years of experience in Human Resources is preferred.
• Proven employee relations experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of HRIS systems, ADP, and Kronos is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree required, major in human resources or business is preferred.
• A PHR or SHRM-CP certification is preferred.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Understanding of general human resources policies and procedures.
• Good knowledge of employment/labor laws.
• Basic understanding of US work visa types/regulations.
• Time management & strong organization skills.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and people skills.
• Ethical Practice.
• Cultural Awareness.
• Relationship management.
• Must be self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment. 
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs and HRIS systems.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for global associates regarding immigration and visa-related inquiries. 
• Act as the first point of HR contact for assigned business sites. 
• Support HR leadership with internal reviews, audits, and assessments of immigration data, processes, and policies. 
• Collect, consolidate, analyze, and report HR and global immigration data and metrics. 
• Coordinate with immigration/tax vendors on data/documentation check to support work authorization and tax support activities. 
• Maintain and manage confidential personnel and immigration records in electronic systems.     
• Contribute to team objectives and support the achievement of departmental and individual goals. 
• Monitor and maintain compliance with federal, state, local, and immigration-related laws and regulations. 
• Analyze workforce and immigration data, prepare reports, and provide insights to support decision-making. 
• Other duties as assigned.

• Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:

• This position reports to Sr. Program Manager- HR Operations, Global Mobility and Immigration.
• This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:

• 0% - 5% (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.)

Estimated Salary Range:

• $58,656 - $69,000 / annually

US Physical Requirements:

Office Physical Requirements:

All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.