Human Resources (HR) Leader
Position Summary:
- Work Schedule: Monday – Friday from 8am-5pm
- 100% on-site (Chelsea, MA)
Catalent, Inc. is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), and the Boston-area facility is Catalent’s global Center of Excellence for spray dry dispersion and Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI) capsule manufacture and packaging. The site features inhaled powder spray drying, as well as multiple commercial-scale lines for capsule filling and blister packaging. On-site spray dryers include best-in-class GEA Niro SD1, SD4 and SD7, the latter being the largest CGMP unit of its kind for DPI in North America.
Catalent Pharma Solutions is hiring an HR Leader that is responsible for creating direction for the people and organization through effective policies, procedures, guidelines and support. Human Resource Management is the organizational function that deals with issues related to people, such as: compensation, hiring, performance management, organization development, safety, wellness, benefits, employee motivation, communication, administration, and training. You will be a key member of guiding and adhering to Catalent HR policies, external laws and regulations, and Catalent’s mission and philosophy.
The Role:
- Develops and directs the establishment and maintenance of policies, procedures, plans and programs dealing with the specific activities of staffing, employee relations, compensation and benefits, employee development and training, organizational development, HR information systems to meet the site’s business plan and competitive strategy in a cost-effective manner
- Ensures alignment of such policies, procedures, plans, programs and budgets with those of Catalent Pharma Solutions. Partners with leadership in the organization’s strategic planning efforts, providing insight on vital HR concerns and ensuring alignment with overall business objectives
- Provides counsel to managers and employees on human resources issues, organization structure and development. Develops, implements and administers an effective performance management system aimed at improving employee and organizational productivity
- Establishes and maintains an effective and credible relationship with both management and employees; works closely with line management to provide support, planning and problem solving. Ensures implementation and administration of succession planning program
- Plans and directs the organization’s recruitment, selection and placement of talent with the critical technical and management skills required to ensure the continuity of operations, and leadership bench strength development
- Develops training and development plans to meet regulatory compliance while focusing on building the critical skills and competencies required to handle present and future jobs more effectively
- Develops and implements plans to introduce and manage cultural change within the organization to improve organizational effectiveness; ensures that organizational strategies, structure and processes are consistent with evolving business needs
- Assures compliance with laws and regulations related to employees and their relationship with their employer. Completes appropriate agency (EEOC, DOL, WCI) audits. Comply with and ensure the group’s compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental responsibilities. Help manage the department budget. In partnership with Catalent Compensation, implements and administers fair and equitable reward systems that meet the strategic and competitive demands of the business
- All other duties as assigned
The Candidate:
- Bachelor's degree is required (preferably in HR or related field). Additional certifications highly preferred such as: Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
- A minimum of seven (7) years of broad and progressive experience in HR is required
- Preferred to have two (2) years of experience in a management role within HR environment
- Experience supporting a manufacturing environment that works in shifts (1st, 2nd, 3rd, days/nights rotating 7-day) to support 24/7 manufacturing preferred
- Requires knowledge in payroll principles, advanced HR investigation abilities, expert HR policies/approach, superior customer service orientation with strong follow-up skills, and advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office, Workday, etc.)
- Physical requirements: Minimal travel required. This position requires the ability to walk, sit and stand for up to 10 hours per day. Specific vision requirements include reading of written documents and frequent use of computer screens. Must be able to communicate clearly in English. Must be able to lift over 10 pounds. Must be accessible to office and manufacturing areas.
Pay:
- The anticipated salary range for this role in Massachusetts is $165,000 to $190,000 annually. The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Catalent is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.
Why you should join Catalent:
- Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process
- Diverse, inclusive culture
- Positive working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative
- Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives
- 152 Hours + 8 paid holidays
- Several Employee Resource Groups focusing on D&I
- Dynamic, fast-paced work environment
- Community engagement and green initiatives
- Generous 401K match
- Company match on donations to organizations
- Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment
- Tuition Reimbursement – Let us help you finish your degree or start a new degree!
- WellHub program to promote overall physical wellness
- Perkspot - offers exclusive or private discounts from approximately 900+ merchants in a wide array of categories
Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
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Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [email protected]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
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