Associate Director Human Resources

Responsible for the human resources strategy and support for assigned business unit.  Maintain relationships by being a strategic partner with management. Provide HR recommendations and guidance, manage performance management processes, and resolve employee relations issues. Manage and supervise site HR staff.

Essential Job Functions:

• Site HR leadership and partnering with senior management on all human capital needs including organizational design and development, employee and management development, and talent review and identification.
• Supervise HR Generalist and HR Coordinator, providing direction, guidance and feedback.
• Responsible for site Affirmative Action Plan.
• Responsible for performance management process and systems, including providing guidance to management on appropriate disciplinary actions.
• Responsible for conducting thorough & objective investigations as needed.
• Serve as agent of change during times of significant growth, reorganizations, leadership changes and other periods of change.
• Work with HR and Operations teams to assist with the planning, communicating and tracking of company – wide initiatives.
• Conduct needs assessment, and identify resources to delivery training and other programs to support the growth of the site. 
• Develop HR policies and programs and communication plans.
• Dotted line responsibility for PHL recruiting team.  Coach and mentor recruiters assigned to site recruiting activities.
• Compile and review site metrics;  reduce voluntary attrition/
• Responsible for New Hire Orientation Program including scheduling, revising & enhancing.
• Works on routine assignments per written procedures, where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required.
• Normally receives minimal instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments.
• Accomplishes staff results by communicating updated organizational information,  job expectations & supporting their work
• Plans, monitors, and appraises direct reports including performance competencies, goals & job results
• Coaches, counsels, and conducts disciplinary actions
• Develops, coordinates, and follows  organizational systems, policies, procedures, and follows labor and capacity  standards
• Contributes to the overall operations and to the achievement of departmental goals
• Perform job specific tasks in compliance with applicable Regulations, International Standards, and WuXi AppTec Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Thorough understanding of Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Other duties as assigned
• May be required to assist in other departments

Experience / Education  

• HS Diploma or equivalent required and
• 5+  years relevant experience and min 2 years Managing people
• Bachelors’ degree or equivalent experience
• PHR or SPHR Certification a plus

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Knowledge of Federal, state and local laws pertaining to personnel administration and various compensation and benefit plans and practices.
• Demonstrated success in employee relations, and performance management
• Proficient in Oral & Written communication skills
• Need to be able to read, write and understand English
• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Travel is required 10% , Domestic/International, Daily / Overnight

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work in an office environment with minimal noise conditions.
• Must be able to work in environment with variable noise levels
• Ability to stand /Sit/walk for long periods of time
• Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach
• Clarity of Vision
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions
• Ability to climb Ladders / Stairs / Scaffolding

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position.  Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.