Summary/Objective

The Human Resources Generalist supports day-to-day human resources operations for a manufacturing environment, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, HRIS administration, performance management support, training coordination, and HR projects. This role partners with production employees, supervisors, managers, and plant leadership to support a safe, compliant, and productive workplace. The Human Resources Generalist provides responsive service, helps ensure consistent application of company policies and employment practices, and contributes to a positive employee experience in a fast-paced manufacturing operation.

Essential Functions

Serve as a day-to-day HR contact for employees, supervisors and managers, responding to questions and escalating matters as appropriate.
Post open positions, screen applicants, coordinate interviews, support candidate communications, complete background check processes, and assist with pre-employment requirements.
Assist with development, maintenance, interpretation, and communication of human resource policies, procedures, handbook updates, and compliance programs.
Coordinate and conduct new hire onboarding and orientation, including safety, attendance, conduct, policies, and work rules.
Partner with supervisors and managers on employee relations matters, performance management, corrective action, investigations, attendance concerns, and documentation.
Support reasonable accommodation processes, and related employee communications.
Assist with compliance tracking, workforce communications, employee engagement activities, and recognition programs for a multi-shift workforce.
Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and personnel data in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS), including status changes, job changes, and reporting.
Support process improvement and HR projects that enhance efficiency, compliance, retention, and employee service.
Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, safety expectations, and manufacturing workforce practices.
Perform other duties as required.

Competencies

Proficient verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively.
Interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust with production employees, supervisors, and managers.
Attention to detail, organization, and follow-through in a compliance-driven environment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, urgent employee issues, and changing operational needs in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Active listening, sound judgment, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
Foundational understanding of employee relations, employment law, HR compliance, attendance practices, wage and hour requirements, and HR best practices.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office and human resource systems; Workday experience preferred.

Physical Demands

Office and manufacturing environment including moderate noise levels, production equipment areas, and required personal protective equipment where applicable. Frequent sitting, keyboard, mouse, and computer screen use for extended periods. Occasional standing, walking through production areas, and lifting of up to 15 pounds may be necessary.

Percentage of Travel Required (If Applicable)

Minimal travel required; approximately 1% or as needed.

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; equivalent combination of education and directly related experience may be considered.
One to five years of progressive human resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing, operations, industrial, or plant-based environment.
Experience supporting recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, HR compliance, employee records, and HRIS data entry or reporting.
Experience supporting non-exempt, or production workforces preferred.
Foundational understanding of employment laws and regulations and related workplace compliance requirements.
Familiarity with manufacturing safety practices, attendance policies, timekeeping processes, and employee relations documentation preferred.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

This position may work on projects that may require U.S. Permanent Residency or U.S. Citizenship.

Other Responsibilities

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What We Offer

Salary: The estimated base salary range for the position is $70,000-$90,000 (good faith estimate). The pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, job-related experience, skills and level of the position.

This position has the potential to be hybrid upon the completion of the initial training period.

Benefits & Other Eligible Compensation: Includes health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, annual bonus, and tuition reimbursement.

About Us

At Polar Semiconductor, we’re on a mission to fulfill our future as the U.S. based manufacturing partner of choice for differentiated power and sensor technologies. With a $525M investment from the CHIPs Act, the state of Minnesota, and private equity, we are looking for the best in the industry to help Polar transform from a captive fab to a pure-play foundry. We are doubling our manufacturing capacity and investing in advanced BCD and Wide Bandgap technology such as GaN. Polar has a long history in manufacturing automotive grade semiconductors and we are expanding in strategic markets such as national defense and AI data centers. We pride ourselves on state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to helping our customers succeed.

About Minneapolis/St. Paul Area

Our offices and manufacturing facility are located in Bloomington, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis. Living in the Minneapolis / Saint Paul area offers a strong sense of community, a vibrant arts and music scene, and abundant outdoor activities year-round. The city boasts a lower cost of living than many major metros, excellent parks and lakes, and a well-educated workforce with diverse job opportunities. Its distinct seasons bring variety, from colorful autumns to lively summers filled with festivals and waterfront activities.

EEO Statement

Polar Semiconductor LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, sexual or affectional orientation, marital or veteran status, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, status with regard to public assistance or any characteristic protected under federal, state or local law.

About the company

Polar Semiconductor is a U.S.-owned semiconductor foundry that manufactures high-performance automotive-grade power and sensor chips. It runs wafer fabrication plants that turn customers’ chip designs into physical silicon through processes like fabrication, testing, and packaging. The company differentiates itself by its long history as an advanced wafer fab, its focus on automotive-grade power and sensors, and a fortified U.S. ownership and capacity footprint supported by government funding under the CHIPS Act, which helps it expand domestic production. Its goal is to grow domestic fabrication capacity and strengthen the American semiconductor ecosystem to improve supply chain resilience.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$548M

Headquarters

Bloomington, Minnesota

Founded

1962

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

May 2026 Nexperia deal expands Polar’s global power MOSFET pipeline.
May 20, 2026 University of Minnesota spin center strengthens talent and R&D.
September 2024 CHIPS funding and $525 million expansion double Minnesota capacity soon.

What critics are saying

January 2026 Page v. Polar Semiconductor LLC signals employment litigation risk.
CHIPS-funded expansion depends on milestone funding, so delays can choke cash in 2026.
Nexperia and UMC partnerships deepen customer concentration if one program underperforms.

What makes Polar Semiconductor unique

2026 AS9100D certification makes Polar credible for aerospace and defense wafers.
May 27, 2026 Nexperia partnership anchors Polar in power MOSFET manufacturing.
Polar’s Bloomington fab combines foundry services, sensors, power, and MEMS on 8-inch wafers.

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Tuition Reimbursement
Remote Work Options
Performance Bonus

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Headcount

6 month growth

13%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

13%

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