PR/087436 | HR Generalist (m / f / d)

HR & Talent Management

Collaborate with hiring managers and external agencies to source, interview, and onboard candidates for technical, administrative, and other roles.

Conduct structured interviews, manage offer processes, pre-employment screenings, and maintain applicant records.

Support employee onboarding, offboarding, status changes, and HR record-keeping.

Coordinate training and development programs, including external workshops for technical/soft skills and mandatory compliance/safety trainings.

Foster positive employee relations through engagement initiatives, open communication, conflict resolution, performance guidance, and confidential handling of concerns, grievances, or investigations.

Payroll, Benefits & Compensation

Oversee the monthly payroll cycle to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with German labor laws, tax regulations , and social security contributions.

Prepare payroll data, including auditing timesheets, verifying hours worked, calculating gross/net pay, processing deductions, bonuses, overtime, leave balances, and coordinating statutory contributions with accounting.

Perform final double-check and review of prepared payroll data to identify and resolve discrepancies, ensure data integrity, and confirm compliance.

Approve payroll runs for final processing and payment (in collaboration with accounting teams or external payroll providers as applicable).

Administer employee benefits enrolment, provide guidance on programs, and maintain accurate benefits records.

Analyze compensation data for market competitiveness and internal equity.

Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, pay calculations, deductions, and benefits.

Compliance, Policy & Additional Support

Monitor and ensure adherence to labor regulations, working time rules, disciplinary procedures, and performance management.

Liaise with legal advisors on regulatory updates and develop localized HR policies aligned with global guidelines.

Develop and implement office policies/procedures to enhance efficiency and compliance.

Maintain organized company records, documentation, and confidential employee files.

Immigration, Global Mobility & Travel Support

Coordinate immigration matters, including visa/work permit applications, sponsorships, documentation preparation, and compliance for employees on international assignments.

Support local and overseas field service engineers and staff with travel arrangements (flights, hotels, cars) and related documentation.

Liaise with global HR teams (e.g., Japan, Taiwan, USA, Ireland, Israel), external advisors, and authorities, to ensure timely resolution of immigration, travel, and cross-border issues.

Maintain accurate records for immigration/travel compliance.

Miscellaneous

Identify ongoing administrative and HR needs; develop solutions and recommendations to continuously improve workflows, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Maintain high ethical standards, comply with all company policies/procedures, and handle sensitive/confidential information with discretion.

Provide general support to employees, managers, and leadership on HR, administrative, or operational matters.

Report irregular issues or potential improvements to management for resolution.

Ensure effective communication and collaboration with supervisors, staff, global teams (e.g., Japan headquarters), customers, vendors, and external partners.

Participate in special projects, organizational initiatives, or other duties as assigned by leadership.

Contribute to maintaining a clean, safe, and productive work environment.

The work environment characteristics outlined below are typical of those encountered while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided, as needed, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. 

• This position combines remote work and in-office collaboration, depending on business needs and geographic location. 

• Occasional travel may be required to support regional and overseas teams or participate in training sessions. May require weekend work on occasion and on short notice. 

• The role involves frequent virtual collaboration across global time zones and requires strong communication and time management skills. 

• Whenever Employee is working at or present on Lasertec U.S.A. premises or is conducting Company-related work at any location, Employee is prohibited from: 

o using, possessing, buying, selling, manufacturing, or dispensing illegal drugs or drugrelated paraphernalia; 

o possessing, consuming, dispensing, distributing, being impaired by, or being under the influence of any substance that is illegal in the jurisdiction where Employee is working; 

o possessing, distributing, or reporting to work under the influence of or impaired by, marijuana; or 

o using a lawfully prescribed medication other than as prescribed for Employee.