Human Resource Associate jobs in Bethlehem, PA

At BioSpectra we pride ourselves on how we efficiently support the top 25 pharmaceutical companies in the world, and we’re proud to set the standard for success in our industry. To help us continue growing, we’re seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to join a highly skilled team.

BioSpectra, Inc. is a privately held, family-oriented organization and a U.S.-based manufacturer of GMP pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, including API’s, excipients, GMP process chemicals, and bulk GMP buffers and solutions. BioSpectra currently has facilities located in Bangor, Wind Gap, Stroudsburg, PA, and Rensselaer, NY.

Why you should join BioSpectra?

• Direct Placement-Comprehensive Benefits Package (Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance $50,000)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan – Company matches $2 per $1 of employee contribution on the first 4%
• Paid Time Off Programs include vacation, sick, & personal time, plus 11 paid holidays
• Opportunities for professional and personal development & growth include tuition reimbursement
• Support our current customers who are the top 25 pharmaceutical companies in the world

Job Summary:

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for managing performance management, human resources policies, non-exempt compensation, training and employee retention programs. This position will also be responsible to work with assigned department managers regarding recruiting, talent development and organizational effectiveness.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performance Review Program Training & Coaching

• Expected Result: Lead BioSpectra’s performance management program by ensuring that all managers are effectively trained, have the appropriate performance tools and perform appropriate performance feedback. Oversees quality of job descriptions to ensure they provide clear communication regarding employee performance expectations. Manages the online performance review program.

• Employee Engagement, Turnover Reduction Program

• Expected Result: Lead BioSpectra’s employee engagement and employee turnover reduction program by conducting turnover analysis, employee engagement surveys and working with managers to drive actions that improve employee engagement, satisfaction and reduce employee turnover.

• Employee Selection & Employment Offers

• Expected Result: Support talent acquisition efforts by providing guidance regarding the selection and employment offers to candidates.

• HR Policy Management, Administration, Corrective Action & Investigations

• Expected Result: Leads and develops BioSpectra’s HR compliance, corrective action & respectful workplace programs. This includes the development and communication of policies, oversight of absence management activities and conducting investigations as appropriate.

• Absence Management Program

• Expected Result: Manage the Absence Management Program by monitoring company-wide employee absenteeism, coaching managers and employees, implementing corrective action solutions and absence reporting as required.

• Compensation Administration

• Expected Result: Administer BioSpectra’s compensation program for non-exempt employees in all non-administrative departments. Support BioSpectra’s annual compensation and rewards program.

• Employee Development & Training

• Expected Result: Support HR Manager with BioSpectra’ s management and employee development programs. Employee development includes new employee on-boarding as well as co-development of BioSpectra’s employee essentials training. Management development includes delivering training as needed on such topics as performance reviews, interview skills, performance coaching, dealing with conflict, planning & executing, and building effective teams.

• HR Business Partner Support

• Expected Result: Provide consulting and guidance to managers regarding compensation, performance issues, corrective actions, and candidate selection.

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field or commensurate experience.
• Minimum of five or more years of human resource management experience, ideally in a manufacturing setting with a working knowledge of employment law, compensation, employee relations, and performance management.
• The ideal candidate will have the following experience or attributes:

• Effective working knowledge of cGMP practices and experience in chemical/materials manufacturing;
• Highly accountable, self-motivated, and works autonomously with the ability to be decisive and develop/implement creative solutions to challenging issues;
• Effective leader who can communicate and connect with leaders and employees at all levels of the organization;
• Effective at thinking critically and make effective decisions;
• effective at planning and managing their time;
• Trustworthy in handling confidential information;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• HR certifications such as PHR,or SHRM-CP;

Physical Requirements:

• Lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to see and distinguish color.
• Bend, stoop, and carry.
• Repeating motion that may include wrists, hands, and fingers.

Work Hours:

• Exempt Position.
• Minimum of 40-45 Hours Week, or other agreed upon documented schedule.
• This position requires occasional travel to and working from other BioSpectra facilities, as well as occasional off-shift work, as needed to provide HR support to off-shift staff.

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