Company Description Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.Job DescriptionThe Human Resources Generalist handles all tactical aspects of HR functions inclusive of working with the HR Manager to address and resolve employee relations issues, implementing HR initiatives, to assist management with performance management matters, identify and coach managers on department resource needs, coordinate and update the site HR policies, conduct employee orientations, write and publish site communication documents, compose site job descriptions and perform other miscellaneous duties as required.Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities
- Facilitate communication with employees, supervisors and managers to ascertain human relations and work-related problems that adversely affect employee morale and organizational productivity. Remediate techniques to resolve human relations issues among personnel.
- With assistance, investigate and resolve day-to-day employee relations and/or personnel issues, either directly or through advice to line management preparing documentation as required.
- Determine workforce resources needs and assists the recruiter with interviews and selection of qualified applicants for approved exempt and not exempt management, supervisory and technical positions through the most effective and economical means insuring principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action for applicants in accordance with the site's policies and programs.
- Assist leaders in writing and updating job descriptions and perform evaluations to determine appropriate compensation level.
- Administer appropriate disciplines, e.g., written warnings, suspensions and/or terminations, etc. and prepares related written correspondence with assistance from HR Manager.
- Perform/coordinate employee assessments, develops actions and/or initiatives to improve/enhance employee and/or functional area performance.
- Counsel/direct employees about career paths and related development programs.
- Monitor/coordinate performance review system and salary planning. In collaboration with department management, assists with developing/formalizing appropriate actions to enhance employee performance.
- Responsible for reviewing, modifying and conducting the new employee orientation program which includes a systematic approach providing new employees with basic information to aid in their transition as a new employee.
- Represent the business work unit at personnel related hearings and investigations (i.e. unemployment, EEO, etc.).
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor's in human resources or related field
- 2-3 years' experience as a generalist in Human Resources
- Good understanding of a wide range of HR disciplines
- Able to manage, organize and prioritize own workload
- Able to effectively communicate (oral and written) across the business structure
- Effective at building positive relationships
- Team Player
- Accurate attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.All applications are carefully considered, and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Veranova for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Veranova respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice.