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HR Generalist 1

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In-Office
Wilmington, MA
2-2 Annually
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In-Office
Wilmington, MA
2-2 Annually
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The HR Generalist 1 role involves supporting HR operations, managing employee lifecycle processes, ensuring compliance, and enhancing employee experiences through various HR programs and ticket resolutions.
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Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

Role Overview

The HR General Specialist 2 Contractor role plays a critical role in supporting HR operations at Onto Innovation by managing employee and contractor lifecycle processes, ensuring compliance, and delivering positive employee experience. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently across multiple HR programs and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

HR Ticketing Support (SLA Driven)

  • Monitor and triage HR tickets daily, ensuring proper routing.
  • Resolve Tier 0/1 inquiries and provide timely updates.
  • Track tickets to ensure SLA compliance and escalate as needed.

Contractor & Employee Lifecycle Management

  • Support contractor onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring timely completion of documentation and system access.
  • Coordinate new employee onboarding activities including background checks, communication with recruiters, and onboarding materials.

Compliance & Employment Eligibility

  • Conduct and ensure compliance with I-9 verification requirements.
  • Coordinate and monitor background check processes for new hires, ensuring timely completion and compliance with company and regulatory requirement
  • Coordinate NDA execution as part of employee and contractor onboarding, ensuring agreements are completed prior to start dates.

HR Documentation & Systems Administration

  • Initiate, manage, and track Docusign documents for contracts and HR agreements.

Employee & Manager Support

  • Serve as a point of contact for employee and manager inquiries related to HR processes.

Qualifications

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Experience with HRIS or other HR-related software (Workday a plus).
  • Previous experience in HR or administrative support is preferred.

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field is preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience in HR or administrative support

Why Join Onto Innovation?

At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. That’s why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Compensation & Growth

• Base Salary Range:

$ - $, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.
  • Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.

Empowering Every Voice to Shape the Future:

Onto Innovation is committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential - without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team.

Important Note on Export Compliance

For certain positions requiring access to technical data, U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

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