Human Resources Associate

Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity to use your skills in a successful and growing company? If you have the desire to work in an energetic, collaborative environment and you are looking for long-term growth then check out this opportunity at Bausch+Stroebel Machine Company, Inc.

Bausch+Ströbel is a trusted and experienced supplier to the pharmaceutical industry specializing in filling and packaging systems. 

B+S filling and packaging lines are used worldwide to fill syringes, vials, cartridges, and ampoules with high-grade liquid and powder pharmaceutical products. Applications range from cleaning and sterilization to labeling and syringe assembly. In addition to designing and building systems tailored to customer specifications, Bausch+Ströbel provides a wide range of specialized services aimed at ensuring system reliability and productivity.

Our goal: Providing the best technical and economical answers to the challenges presented by the world market.

With this clear goal in mind, we are designing and manufacturing packaging equipment for the pharmaceutical and allied industries. From modest beginnings more than 50 years ago - with a staff of only four - Bausch+Ströbel has developed into an international enterprise. It is now one of the leading manufacturers in pharmaceutical packaging equipment.

We are striving to create optimal solutions for our customers. To achieve this aim, we are continually making innovations to improve products and processes.

We are looking for a qualified Human Resources Associate to join our team and provide support throughout the entire employee lifecycle. You'll work closely with and report to the HR Manager, providing a strong foundation for our employee experience. Our employees are the foundation of our company, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. You will play a vital role in the growth and expansion of our Human Resources department and will have room to grow your career.

OBJECTIVES OF THIS ROLE:

• Provide administrative support for HR functions.
• Serve as a reliable source of information for employees, promptly answering questions regarding policies and benefits.
• Ensure that all employees feel safe and cared for at our company by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
• Act as a liaison between the HR and employees
• This role offers the chance to gain valuable experience in all aspects of HR and develop your skills for future advancement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with recruiting tasks such as reviewing resumes, scheduling interviews, and following up with candidates.
• Schedule and coordinate onboarding agenda and training sessions.
• Compile and process employee documentation and records, and keep the employee e-files current.
• Assist the HR manager with formulating policies, procedures, and changes and communicating all updates to employees.
• Responding to employee questions in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with ADP WFN payroll time & attendance and documentation.
• Day-to-day administration of applicable employee benefits programs including assistance with claims resolution, change reporting, audit of invoices for correctness, employee enrollment, etc.
• Maintain health & safety programs including collaborating with third-party vendors. 
• Manage Leave of Absence processes. Have an understanding of CTPL and keep apprised of any changes in the laws or forms for all states we have employees based in.
• Handle all inquiries from employees, and outside parties promptly and professionally.
• Keep abreast of current developments in areas of interest to the department and the organization; including employment laws and local, state, and federal regulations and statutes.
• Special projects as needed.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in administrative duties such as communications, data entry, and record-keeping.
• Enthusiasm for working within a team environment.
• Tact and professionalism when it comes to handling confidential information and addressing employee concerns.
• Proficiency with technology, and the ability to pick up new software easily.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with the ADP WFN is a plus but not required
• Experience in an administrative role
• Understanding of labor laws
• Desire to grow within the company

FLSA STATUS:

Non-exempt position – Non-exempt employees will receive overtime pay at 1.5 times the calculated hourly rate for time worked more than 40 hours per week.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position, regular business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm and 12:30 pm to 4:30 p.m.

LOCATION:

Branford, CT - In Person

TRAVEL

This position requires up to 5% travel.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:                                                   

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, education, business, or a related field is preferred but not required

3+ years of experience in human resources in the manufacturing industry.

Benefits: We offer medical and dental plans (the company pays 83% of the premium for employees and eligible dependents); company-sponsored health reimbursement accounts (HRA); Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and/or dependent care, company-paid short-term and long-term disability plans, company-paid life insurance and AD&D plan; voluntary vision plan; voluntary pet insurance; voluntary identity theft protection plans; voluntary life, and dependent life plans at discounted group rates; a 401k retirement plan with a 4% company match, company paid holidays and generous a PTO plan.

Should you meet the above requirements and qualifications and feel like this position seems like a perfect fit for you, please submit your resume along with a cover letter including your salary expectations.

Bausch+Stroebel’s US Headquarters is located in Branford, CT 

https://us.bausch-stroebel.com/ 

Bausch+Stroebel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Bausch+Stroebel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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