HR Specialist

WGNSTAR is a dynamic and growing company with a global footprint. Primarily focused on the semiconductor industry, we provide a platform for you to expand your career with knowledge gained on the job training, and tailored development. We know we need talented people like you that hold similar values, which is why we do not put limits on learning, development, industry, and personal growth. Start your path to a WGNSTAR career today!

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm. This position is an office-based position, with the eligibility to be hybrid at the discretion of the manager
Pay Rate: $23 - $25 hourly
Location: Chandler, AZ
Position Type: Full Time
Benefits : This position is eligible for WGNSTAR’s full benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). Additional benefits are listed at the end of this posting.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for onboarding-related questions, providing timely, accurate information and escalating complex issues when appropriate.
• Coordinate end-to-end onboarding activities for new hires by following established processes and timelines, ensuring all pre-employment requirements for internal and external customers are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Lead and/or support weekly New Hire Orientation sessions, delivering consistent information on company policies, culture, and values.
• Enter, update, and maintain employee data within the HRIS system, ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company procedures.
• Process and maintain HR transactions, including new hires, personal change requests and time‑and‑labor system maintenance. 
• Conduct scheduled data quality audits and resolve discrepancies by applying predefined correction processes; escalate unresolved issues as needed.
• Maintain accurate and compliant employee records, including I‑9 forms and E‑Verify documentation, in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Assist with compliance activities by completing assigned tasks in alignment with company policies and timelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support HR initiatives and contribute to organizational objectives.

Requirements:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS Software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to effectively communicate and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions and changing tasks and priorities.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively with employees and managers at all levels.
• Strong sense of urgency in both action and communication.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends as needed.

Preferences:

• Prior experience in an HR, onboarding, or shared services environment.
• Working knowledge of federal employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Experience using Paylocity.
• Experience using Fieldglass or other vendor management systems.

Physical Effort/Activities: On a continuous basis will work in an office environment, sit at desk for a long period of time, intermittently answer telephone and use a computer to communicate. On an occasional basis in the performance of duties, may be required to walk, stand, and lift up to 50 pounds. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

Additional Benefits: We offer benefits such as Medical, HSA, Dental, Vision, company-paid Life, STD, LTD, 401k, Paid Time Off, and Company Holidays

The people who thrive most at WGNSTAR are those individuals who perform well in a team environment, enjoy interacting and engaging with several different stakeholders, and adapt quickly to changing environments, while leveraging their skills, quality, and knowledge to drive themselves and their teams towards continuous improvement and success.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, O-1, etc). Additionally, WGNSTAR does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program for this role.

Equal opportunities and Social Governance

WGNSTAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

WGNSTAR places an immense emphasis on equal employment, encourages diversity in the workplace, and applies an open-door policy for inclusion of all employees. Our diversity program encourages people from any gender, background, ethnicity, culture, education, and experience to join the company and more importantly build a career through employee development.

Through our Global wellness programs, WGNSTAR ensures our employees and families have access to a full range of wellness services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). In the communities that surround our business operations, we support individual and group sponsorships for local sports and those that are vulnerable in society.