HR Consultant II - Contractor

Description

Title : HR Consultant II (Contractor)

Department : Human Resources

Location : Remote

Supervisor : Director, HR Operations and Compliance & a dotted reporting to Associate Director, HRIS & Technology

FLSA Status : Non-exempt

Position Status : Contractor / Temporary (assignment up to 12 months, with possibility to extend beyond HRIS Workday implementation)

Work Status (Remote / Hybrid / In-Office) : Remote

HR Consultant II

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Irvine, CA, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar and BESS projects nationwide.

Qcells USA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing Qcells USA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.

Qcells USA’s complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Module, Devopment, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other vital internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal.

This collaborative approach ensures that Qcells USA projects deliver exceptional value and performance. With several multi-billion-dollar investments, Qcells is pioneering the establishment of the only complete module supply chain in the U.

S., including the expansion of our Georgia module manufacturing facility, which stands as the largest in the Western Hemisphere.

As an integral part of the global Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of excellence in photovoltaic manufacturing.

Qcells is renowned worldwide for its high-performance, superior-quality solar cells and modules. With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), Qcells operates under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company and one of the top 8 business conglomerates in South Korea.

SUMMARY

The HR Consultant II plays a critical role in supporting the HR department by assisting with various Human Resources related projects, and operational functions related to HRIS Workday implementation, HR data analytics administration, internal HR Operations audits and overall HR operations compliance projects.

This position reports to the Director, HR Operations and Compliance with a dotted reporting to Associate Director, HRIS & Technology, or another management personnel that the President of the Company may designate.

This position is located in Irvine and working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 : 00am to 5 : 00pm or 9 : 00am to 6 : 00pm local time.

This position is expected to travel up to 0-05% of the time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

Compliance and Reporting :

Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations.

Conduct HR audits (monthly, quarterly and annually) as assigned.

Compile comprehensive reports derived from polling questions, studies, or surveys, offering valuable insights to support decision-making processes.

Assist in generating HR reports and metrics for leadership review.

Craft impactful PowerPoint presentations that align with the Qcells Brand and take

ownership of editing presentations for other teams, ensuring consistency and quality before distribution.

Employee Records Management :

Works with HR Operations Compliance and HRIS teams to maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in HRIS (Human Resources Information System) databases.

Handle confidential information and ensure data security and compliance with privacy

regulations.

HRIS Testing and Implementation :

Support HR Operations and HRIS teams during Workday and ADP Implementation testing phases of new HRIS systems roll out to ensure functionality, managing project timelines and data accuracy.

Support the implementation of HRIS upgrades and new modules as assigned.

Collaborate with the HRIS team, IT department and stakeholders to , gather requirements, define project objectives, troubleshoot and resolve issues.

Generate regular and ad-hoc reports for HR department as needed.

Provide training and support to HR department including updating user manuals and training materials

Collaborate with HR team SME on implementation progress to ensure projects are delivered on timeAssist with HRIS team to support HR department on technical issues with ongoing support to end users, addressing any issues or concerns.

General Administrative Support :

Provide administrative assistance to the HR team, including filing, scanning, data entry, scheduling meetings and managing calendars.

Manage HR documentation and maintain accurate and organized records.

Respond to employee inquiries and provide assistance as needed.

Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or another related field

Minimum of 5-10 years of relevant experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create compelling and engaging content.

Experience with internal communication platforms and tools, such as intranets, and email systems.

Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Creative thinking and problem-solving skills, with a results-oriented mindset.

Familiarity with HR practices and policies, including employee engagement, talent acquisition, and employer branding.

Proficiency in using marketing and design tools, such as Powerpoint, social media management platforms, and content management systems.

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build relationships at all levels of the organization.

Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.

Willingness to take on new task and adjust work priorities to accommodate other urgent needs.

Experience in managing HRIS implementation projects ( Workday and ADP)

Knowledge of employment laws and regulations is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stationary Position : frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day

Move / Traverse : infrequently bend, stand, stoop and / or walk

Carry Weight : infrequently carry weight and / or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds

Hearing and Speech : frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters;

must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations

Sight : frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far

Climb : occasionally ascends / descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors

Travel : up to 10% as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Regular professional, office business setting

Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting)

Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite)

SALARY RANGE FOR POSITION

The anticipated starting pay range of this position, which is to be located in Irvine, CA is $38.50 - $52.50 per hour.

The above-listed salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide.

The salary range shared in the job description is for the listed position and only pertains to the candidate if they work in Irvine, CA.

Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, geographic location, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.

An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and / or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

It is important to note that the job descriptions provided by Qcells USA Corp are not intended to be comprehensive lists of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the positions.

Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice, reflecting our dynamic and evolving work environment.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Hanwha Qcells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodations at [email protected] .

Nothing in this statement shall imply implicitly or explicitly a guarantee of employment outside our at-will employment opportunity.

This job position is specific to Qcells USA Corp. only and not any other Hanwha affiliates. The above-listed salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide.

The salary range shared in the job description is for the listed position and only pertains to the candidate if they work in Irvine, CA.

Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, geographic location, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.

If candidates are considered for a nationwide role, then the compensation range will follow the marketability of the job function within those states.

An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and / or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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