Ajinomoto Bio-Pharma Services Hiring for Director of Human Resources Job at San Diego, CA Full Time

Director of Human Resources

San Diego, CA

Together, Let’s Make A Difference.

At Ajinomoto Bio-Pharma Services, our mission is to help improve the health of humankind. As a leading, global contract development and manufacturing organization, with sites in the US, Belgium, Japan and India, we work together to empower our clients to bring drugs to market.

Every team member, from manufacturing and quality programs to development and facilities services are a critical component to this effort. At our US location, our focused expertise and capabilities makes us one of the industry’s top leaders for large molecule manufacturing and aseptic drug product fill in vials and syringes.

We believe our people are our greatest asset and we are committed to providing our employees with an environment that supports personal and professional growth. We take pride in knowing our efforts are helping countless patients for years to come.

Do you enjoy working in a dynamic, inspiring team with an amazing culture? If you do, then Ajinomoto Bio-Pharma Services is the place for you.

Director of Human Resources will lead and develop HR and Talent Acquisition teams to help develop and implement strategic business initiatives. Responsibilities will include severing as an advisor to department leaders on employee relations, cultural development, compensation, benefits, performance management, policy development, and risk management.

Responsibilities:

• Provides guidance to leadership on change management, organization assessment and how to leverage HR tools and programs to create an effective organization.
• Responsible for managing the organizations labor cost in line with the business strategy to ensure resources are allocated appropriately.
• Oversees HR guidance to employees and managers with regard to career development, recruiting, performance management, compensation, training, company policies, etc.
• Oversees Talent Acquisition efforts, driving recruitment performance and metrics that support fluctuating business needs.
• Identifies ways to innovate current procedures and processes to improve efficiencies and the employee experience.
• Assists in the development and implementation of total rewards programs to engage and retain talent as well as attract new talent.
• Provides direction and input on organizational structure, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Serves as a member of the Executive Leadership Team leading the business in developing strategic plans while providing an engaging culture to retain and grow talent.
• Utilizes functional expertise to ensure consistent and fair resolution of complex employee relations, including utilization of specialist resources and legal counsel as necessary.
• Champions a consistently fair and harassment-free work environment in compliance with all government regulations, including but not limited to: FLSA, FMLA, ADA, COBRA, OSHA, Worker’s Compensation, and other applicable labor and/or tax laws and regulations.
• Ensures timely completion of all compliance and reporting requirements.
• Maintains high level knowledge and understanding of regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments and applicable laws regarding human resources.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in a business discipline or equivalent training and experience preferred.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive Human Resources experience or equivalent.
• Minimum of six (6) years of leadership/supervisory experience.
• Experience at biotech or other highly regulated manufacturing company preferred.
• PHR preferred.

We provide a Total Rewards package designed to make life better – both at work and at home.

• Annual Bonus Opportunities for All Employees
• 15 Days Starting PTO (Annual Increase) + Sick Time Off + Volunteer Time Off
• Annual Company Shutdown in December
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental + Vision
• 401K Company Match + Immediate Vesting
• Backup Daycare and Eldercare
• Monthly Employee Appreciation Events and Food Truck Fridays
• Employee Discount Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Casual Dress Code
• Wellness Programs
• Community Outreach Opportunities

If you meet the requirements above, and would like to apply for this position, please visit our website at www.ajibio-pharma.com and click on the “Careers” section. Please be sure to note where you saw our ad posting.

New hires will pass a background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

We are an EOE dedicated to a diverse work force and Drug Free work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.