What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Leave and Accommodations Manager position at Panasonic North America?
Overview
Every moment of every day, people all over the world turn to Panasonic to make their lives simpler, more enjoyable, more productive and more secure. Since our founding almost a century ago, we’ve been committed to improving peoples’ lives and making the world a better place-one customer, one business, one innovative leap at a time. Come join our journey!
Responsibilities
Panasonic HR Leave and Accommodations Manager
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What You'll Get To Do
The HR Leave and Accommodations Manager is responsible for overseeing leave administration within a corporate and manufacturing environment. This individual will ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local leave laws and regulations while collaborating with key internal stakeholders, third-party administrators, payroll teams, and government agencies. This position requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to manage and develop a leave administration team. The HR Leave and Accommodations Manager will also perform audits, implement process improvements, and review and update leave policies to ensure efficiency and compliance.
Employee Services & Administration
What You'll Bring
Education
Panasonic prioritizes total wellbeing. We offer a wide variety of benefits and programs to support your physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health.
At Panasonic, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.
About Us
At the heart of this visionary project, Panasonic is committed to manufacturing cutting-edge cylindrical lithium-ion cells that will power the future of electric mobility. These cells will be meticulously crafted to meet the growing demands of the automotive industry, supporting various electric vehicle manufacturers in their quest for eco-friendly transportation solutions.
This role presents a unique chance to be at the forefront of innovation, working within a forward-thinking organization that is committed to environmental responsibility and the advancement of green technology. Be a part of our mission to power the future and make a difference in the world of electric mobility with Panasonic!
Supplemental Information
Pre-employment drug testing is required. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.
Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.
REQ-149585
Every moment of every day, people all over the world turn to Panasonic to make their lives simpler, more enjoyable, more productive and more secure. Since our founding almost a century ago, we’ve been committed to improving peoples’ lives and making the world a better place-one customer, one business, one innovative leap at a time. Come join our journey!
Responsibilities
Panasonic HR Leave and Accommodations Manager
Click here to learn more about how Panasonic is creating a better life, a better world.
Watch this video to see how our employees are shaping the technologies that move us.
What You'll Get To Do
The HR Leave and Accommodations Manager is responsible for overseeing leave administration within a corporate and manufacturing environment. This individual will ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local leave laws and regulations while collaborating with key internal stakeholders, third-party administrators, payroll teams, and government agencies. This position requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to manage and develop a leave administration team. The HR Leave and Accommodations Manager will also perform audits, implement process improvements, and review and update leave policies to ensure efficiency and compliance.
Employee Services & Administration
- Oversee and manage all leave types, including FMLA, ADA, PWFA, state-paid family leaves, parental leave, disability, and personal leaves.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
- Collaborate with HR, managers, and third-party vendors to ensure a seamless leave experience for employees.
- Lead the execution of leave programs in partnership with external vendors.
- Collaborate with Legal to maintain compliant policies and protections.
- Lead and mentor the Leave team to support leave strategies and improve performance.
- Coordinate accommodation requests under ADA and other applicable laws, working with employees, HR, managers, and external vendors to identify reasonable accommodations.
- Maintain detailed documentation of all accommodation requests and outcomes.
- Stay current on federal, state, and local leave and accommodation laws and regulations (e.g., FMLA, ADA, state-specific laws).
- Ensure accurate tracking of leave data and related payments, when applicable.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records in accordance with HIPAA and other legal requirements.
- Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc reports for various stakeholders.
- Conduct monthly audits to verify accuracy and compliance of leave data.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency through system optimization and streamlined procedures.
- Ensure accurate tracking of leave-related pay, benefits, and state reimbursements with payroll teams.
- Advise HR Business Partners (HRBPs) on leave trends and workforce planning solutions.
- Serve as a key resource for employees, providing clear guidance on leave and accommodation policies.
- Develop and deliver training materials for employees and managers to improve understanding of leave procedures and policies.
- Maintain HR system procedures, user guides, and FAQs to enhance accessibility and clarity.
- Screen and interview candidates for the Leaves and Accommodation team.
- Provide ongoing training and coaching to new and existing team members.
- Offer guidance on leave processes and conflict resolution.
- Foster collaboration across multiple functions and teams to resolve leave-related issues.
- Respond promptly and professionally to internal and external customer inquiries.
- Continuously seek ways to improve processes, ensuring high-quality standards and efficient operations.
- Maintain adherence to company policies and all applicable laws.
What You'll Bring
Education
- Preferred: bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent work experience
- 7 years of experience in leave of absence and/or disability claim management.
- At least 3 years of experience managing a team of employees.
- In-depth knowledge of FMLA, ADA, PWFA, and other state-specific leave laws.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Knowledge of HIPAA policy and confidentiality requirements.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with HRIS systems (Workday preferred).
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
- Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent process improvement experience.
- Experience with Workday or similar HRIS systems.
- SPHR, PHR, or CPDM certification is a plus.
- Sitting: 40%
- Walking: 30%
- Standing: 20%
- Lifting (up to 35 lbs.): Occasional (1-33%)
Panasonic prioritizes total wellbeing. We offer a wide variety of benefits and programs to support your physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health.
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Parental Care Leave
- Employee Referral Program
- Educational Assistance
- Flexible Work Program
- Volunteer time Off
- Casual Dress Code
- Total Well Being Program
At Panasonic, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.
About Us
At the heart of this visionary project, Panasonic is committed to manufacturing cutting-edge cylindrical lithium-ion cells that will power the future of electric mobility. These cells will be meticulously crafted to meet the growing demands of the automotive industry, supporting various electric vehicle manufacturers in their quest for eco-friendly transportation solutions.
This role presents a unique chance to be at the forefront of innovation, working within a forward-thinking organization that is committed to environmental responsibility and the advancement of green technology. Be a part of our mission to power the future and make a difference in the world of electric mobility with Panasonic!
Supplemental Information
Pre-employment drug testing is required. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.
Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.
REQ-149585
