Job Information
Cambrex High Point Sr. Human Resources Business Partner - On-site in Charles City, Iowa
Company Information
You Matter to Cambrex.
Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance, drug product, and analytical services across the entire drug lifecycle. With more than 40 years of experience and a growing team of over 2,400 professionals servicing global clients, Cambrex is a trusted partner in branded and generic markets for API and dosage form development and manufacturing.
Your Work Matters.
At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:
engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
strengthen connections with coworkers and the community
We’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, Life, LTD, retirement savings and more! Can we make this broader language, so it fits in all markets, e.g., that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!
Your Future Matters.
Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!
Job Overview
The Senior HRBP is responsible for supporting assigned teams, functions and departments with all people related activities – including but not limited to recruitment, training/development, culture/engagement, employee relations, performance management, and compensation/benefits and other people related duties as assigned. The position serves as an advocate and consultant to management on human resource-related issues. The successful Senior HRBP acts as an employee champion and change agent. The role assesses and anticipates HR-related needs and communicates needs proactively within the HR department and to business management. The position forges partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that support the accomplishment of the business objectives of the organization.
Responsibilities
Culture Advocate and Employee Experience Champion – Serves as a sounding board for employee questions and concerns. Aggregates feedback from a variety of sources (employee survey results, performance feedback, and ongoing communication forums) to guide recommendations and actions to continually improve the employee satisfaction with our workplace culture.
Trusted Partner in Talent Development - Works with leaders to conduct talent reviews and build training plans. Collects, aggregates and tracks individual and team training and development needs. Helps identify and procure training and development programs, courses, mentoring and OJT opportunities. Leverages internal and external resources to offer a diverse mix of traditional and online courses, technical and non-technical, compliance based and elective training opportunities.
Go-To Resource for Employee Relations/HR Compliance – Works collaboratively with Site HR Director to provide advice, coaching and counsel to leaders and employees on HR programs, policy and procedures, employment/labor laws, and conflict resolution. Conducts investigations and has ability to manage delicate situations with fairness, identifying appropriate outcomes balancing employee and employer interests. Provides HR expertise in the areas of feedback, performance management, employee relations, development and coaching, policy and procedure revision and organizational development.
Recruiting and Talent Attraction Partner – Supports managers in workforce planning, JRFs, job description development and interviewing to ensure staffing needs are met. Works with HR colleagues and recruiting partners to ensure recruitment sources are sufficient to attract top candidates. Works with administrators to successfully manage multiple candidate and interviewer calendars and seamlessly coordinate a high-volume and fast-paced interview and selection process, to ensure an effective recruitment process from initial screening through offer of employment.
Supports Industry Leading Rewards and Recognition Strategies – Collaborates with managers on talent review. Supports merit, promotion and salary adjustment processes, accurately reflecting changes in HRIS system. Also provides advice and guidance on recognition and appreciation support programs.
Special Projects Resource – Welcomes the opportunity to lend a helping hand and be an additional resource in support of special projects that arise in the HR team. Is quick to raise your hand, volunteer to help and lend administrative support to leaders/managers as necessary or requested.
All employees are required to adhere to DEA, EPA, FDA and cGMP regulations as they relate to the operation of the Company; and to adhere to all company safety rules and procedures. All employees are expected to report to work regularly and promptly. Other duties relating to departmental mission, not specifically detailed in this section may be assigned.
Qualifications/Skills
Behavioral Requirements
Keeps Customer Focus : serves as an internal resource and partner to managers and employees, is highly responsive, respects relationships at all levels, and focuses on meeting/exceeding commitments
Always Pursues Better : takes personal responsibility to learn and grow, works collaboratively with colleagues toward successful completion of department and project goals, adapts to changes with a positive attitude; prioritizes simultaneous, diverse responsibilities as needed
Maintains Confidentiality : never passes on confidential information to those outside Cambrex and takes great care and pride in ensuring confidential information and data is kept secure
Leads with Ethics : acts with integrity in all situations, treats everyone fairly and consistently, maintains confidentiality, escalates employee issues as necessary
Values Teamwork : values input from colleagues and collaboratively finds the most practical solutions within schedules and deadlines, solves and learns together with the team as issues arise
Displays Flexibility : is agile and works effectively in a dynamic environment with a steady hand taking on change in stride; is confident with ambiguity and creates order from chaos
Improves Process Efficiency – Shows unwavering attention to detail and strives for perfection in all duties and responsibilities. Identifies inefficiencies in processes, systems and procedures and offers practical solutions to improve and maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
Embraces Technology – Utilizes our technology systems efficiently and accurately to improve access and utilization, supports data collection, and generates reports and information to inform better decision making.
Supports the Team – serves as back-up for colleagues as necessary. Performs other ad hoc duties as assigned.
Shows Respect for Others : always maintains professional interaction and positive demeanor with colleagues, customers, vendors, and others, continuously improves communication skills, openness, and respects differences
Communicates Effectively : clearly and promptly addresses issues as they arise, fosters an environment of innovation and feedback by professionally and appropriately offering input
Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements
Skills and Qualifications (includes Educational and Technical)
Combination of 7-10 years of relevant education and/or work experience.
Experience working with professional, scientific and manufacturing workforce preferred, but not required.
Knowledge of state and federal employment laws relating to key areas of policy, benefits and HR.
SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification a plus.
Cambrex is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Cambrex is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment. All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a comprehensive pre-employment screen. The pre-employment screen may consist of several components including but not limited to a drug test, criminal record check, identity verification, reference checks, education and employment verification, and may vary based on federal, state, and local laws. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.
Cambrex Charles City offers an extraordinary opportunity, a competitive salary, and an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental, vision care and prescription, life, LTD, STD; 401(k) with employer match; tuition reimbursement; and the ‘Arthur I. Mendolia Scholarship Program.’ Relocation assistance will be offered for this position.
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Travel requirements: Less than 5%