HR Specialist I

Full Time

Holland, MI, US

Requisition ID: 5234

Title: Specialist I, HR

Team: Holland HR

Report To: Sr. Manager, HR

Location: Holland, MI

Work Arrangement: On-site

Employment Type: Full-Time

Employment Classification: Exempt

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm; Standard Business Hours | Schedule may vary based on business needs.

Benefits: LG Energy Solution offers a competitive total rewards package, including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees, paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, and additional voluntary benefits. Benefit eligibility and plan details are subject to the applicable benefit plans.

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc. is a global leader in advanced lithium-ion battery technology, delivering innovative battery solutions for electric vehicles (EVs) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS). With expanding operations across the United States, we are committed to innovation, quality, safety, and sustainability while powering the future of clean energy. Join our team and help shape the next generation of advanced battery technology.www.lgenergymi.com

Position Summary:

The Specialist I, HR is an entry-level Human Resources role that provides approximately equal support across Talent Acquisition and HR administrative/data management activities. This position supports recruiting coordination, candidate communication, pre-employment and onboarding activities, routine HRIS data entry, employee record maintenance, reporting, and general HR administration. The role is focused on accurate and timely execution of established HR processes and serves as a development opportunity to build foundational knowledge across Human Resources.

Essential Responsibilities:

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition Support (50%)

• Assist with full-cycle recruiting activities for hourly (production) and salaried (professional) positions under the guidance of the HR Manager or assigned recruiter.

• Draft, post, and update job advertisements across approved recruiting channels, including job boards, the company career page, social media, and university or community sources.

• Source candidates through job boards, referrals, staffing agencies, career fairs, and other approved recruiting channels.

• Screen resumes and applications against established job requirements and refer qualified candidates for hiring manager review.

• Coordinate interview logistics, including candidate scheduling, interviewer calendars, meeting rooms, and interview materials.

• Maintain timely and professional candidate communication, including interview invitations, status updates, and offer or decline notifications.

• Support preparation of offer letters and collection of required hiring documentation under established approval processes.

• Coordinate pre-employment activities, including background checks, drug screening, reference checks when required, and completion tracking.

• Support new-hire onboarding logistics, including orientation scheduling, workstation or equipment requests, and required onboarding documentation.

• Support recruiting events, career fairs, open houses, and hiring campaigns.

• Maintain recruiting trackers and routine metrics, including open requisitions, candidate pipeline status, time-to-fill, and source of hire.

• Support recruiting activities in compliance with applicable employment laws, company policies, and established hiring procedures

HR Data Management & Administrative Support (50%)

• Enter, update, and maintain employee information in HR systems, including new hires, status changes, transfers, promotions, and terminations.

• Perform routine data audits to support the accuracy and completeness of employee records and escalate discrepancies as appropriate

• Process and verify routine employment documentation, including Form I-9 and E-Verify when applicable, in accordance with established requirements and deadlines.

• Create, organize, and maintain electronic and paper employee records in accordance with record-retention and confidentiality requirements.

• Support benefits enrollment administration by collecting required documentation and updating employee records.

• Provide accurate HR data related to new hires, terminations, status changes, and pay changes to support established payroll processes.

• Generate routine HR reports from HR systems and prepare data for review.

• Respond to routine employee questions regarding HR policies, procedures, and general administration, and escalate complex matters to the appropriate HR team member.

• Prepare routine HR documents and correspondence, including employment verification letters, status-change notices, and onboarding or off boarding forms.

• Support off boarding administration, including documentation, equipment-return tracking, and exit-interview scheduling.

• Assist with HR audits, compliance reviews, and reporting by gathering, organizing, and validating required data.

• Support HR projects and initiatives as assigned, including employee engagement activities, policy updates, and training coordination.

• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and in accordance with company requirements.

• Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:

• Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain

• Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container

• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

• 0–2 years of Human Resources, recruiting, administrative, data-entry, or related experience; relevant education, internships, or professional experience may be considered.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous internship or entry-level experience in Human Resources, recruiting, HR administration, or a manufacturing environment.

• Experience using an HRIS, applicant tracking system, or other employee data system.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong organization, prioritization, and follow-through.

• Accurate data entry and record-maintenance skills.

• Professional written and verbal communication.

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• Customer-service mindset and ability to work effectively with employees, candidates, hiring managers, and HR team members.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to learn HR systems, recruiting processes, policies, and compliance requirements.

• Problem-solving skills and ability to escalate issues appropriately.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Primarily office-based in an on-site manufacturing environment with regular use of a computer and standard office equipment.

• May periodically enter production or operational areas and must follow applicable site safety and PPE requirements.

• Requires regular communication and coordination with employees, candidates, hiring managers, vendors, and HR team members.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform routine computer and administrative work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LG Energy Solution is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

LG Energy Solution provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.