Human Resources Business Partner

Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) - Manufacturing

Organization: InvaGen Pharmaceuticals Inc., a Cipla Subsidiary

Location: Central Islip, Long Island, NY (relocation available)

Setting: Manufacturing plant

Office Requirements: Daily, on-site

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $90K - $120K Bonus

HR Business Partner - Manufacturing Support

• Provide HR services to 250 manufacturing line workers, supervisors and management
• Implement HR policies, handle employee relations, compensation, benefits, training, staffing, and talent management
• Coach and counsel employees and management on policy and labor law issues
• Conduct investigations and resolve employee/management inquiries and complaints
• Coordinate employee transfers, conduct exit interviews, and recommend corrective actions
• Assist in formal discipline, including Performance improvement plans and terminations
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant laws

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Employee Training and Organizational Development

• Coach and train employees and managers to improve performance and effectiveness
• Assess business issues and design strategic plans to enhance company performance
• Advise on organizational structuring, team design, and interventions to boost productivity
• Stay updated on training and organizational development best practices
• Administer the Learning Management System (LMS) for the InvaGen site
• Assist with talent management processes, individual development plans, and talent intervention

Staffing and Talent Management

• Conduct interviews and provide input on selection decisions for available career opportunities and positions, including salary recommendations and placement
• Assess staffing requirements and devise a plan with the TA team and management to fill open roles

Compensation, HRIS, and Benefits Administration

• Partner with client groups to recommend salary offers, promotions, and assist with the annual compensation process
• Compile HR data and metrics, draft reports, and documentation for management and HR staff
• Recommend policy improvements based on data analysis and legal knowledge
• Maintain the HRIS system, process personnel transactions, and manage HRIS data
• Guide employees and managers on benefits, accommodations, and leave processes
• Liaise with LOA Administrators and managers on employee leave and accommodation cases
• Preserve confidentiality of employee medical documentation
• Identify trends to improve attendance and address LOA issues

HR Leadership, Special Projects, and Business Initiatives

• Serve as a backup to the Head of HR, including oversight of the HR, Security & Site Services Team when necessary
• Lead assigned special projects, including HR initiatives, programs, and systems implementations; business and operational improvements and enhancements; and/or external projects with outside agencies, community, and business partners

Educational & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field of study from an accredited institution. A Master’s degree in Human Resources or related field of study preferred
• Active SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years of current HR experience within a manufacturing plant/facility is required
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal employment and labor laws and regulations
• Proficient user of SAP SuccessFactors HCM, Concur Expense Reporting, and/or other related business systems
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office Tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook, Teams Meeting

Skills & Competencies

• Bilingual English and Spanish speaker is preferred
• Ability to build strong working relationships and manage expectations of assigned client group(s) through expertise and credibility, open communications, effective partnership and consultation, visibility, trust and confidence, facilitation, and collaboration
• Must maintain a working understanding of the organizational culture, business strategy and priorities, financial targets and budgets, and industry and competitive knowledge
• Must be able to work well with international cultures and diverse team members
• Able to partner, facilitate, and collaborate with employees and managers across the organization
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to change and manage ambiguity
• Able to work under general supervision with an orientation towards both tactical and strategic execution.
• Capable of working independently in a team environment and influencing from the shop-floor operational level to senior/executive leadership level.
• Able to communicate both technical and non-technical information clearly and concisely across all levels of the organization, from executive leadership to employees on the shop floor. This includes safety training, briefings, and conducting meetings.
• Exercises appropriate professional judgment on matters of significance and uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problem-solving

About Cipla:

Cipla is a leading global pharmaceutical company, dedicated to high-quality, branded, and generic medicines. We are trusted by healthcare professionals and patients across geographies. Over the last eight decades, we have strengthened our leadership in India’s pharmaceutical industry and fortified our promise of strengthening our global focus by consolidating and deepening our presence in the key markets of India, South Africa, the U.S., and other economies of the emerging world. Driven by the purpose ‘Caring for Life’, Cipla’s focus has always been on making affordable, world-class medicines with a reputation for uncompromising quality standards across the world. In the last 85 years, Cipla has emerged as one of the most respected pharmaceutical names in India as well as across more than 100 countries. Cipla is a fast-growing pharmaceutical company with a continued focus on the expanse of our strong legacy. Over the last five years, Cipla has significantly expanded its portfolio and presence in the U.S. with both a generic and brand division

About InvaGen

InvaGen Pharmaceuticals is a Cipla subsidiary engaged in the development, manufacture, marketing, and distribution of generic prescription medicines with focus on a range of therapeutic areas, including cardiovascular, anti-infective, CNS, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-depressants. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Central Islip and Hauppauge, New York. In October 2020, InvaGen established its project site in Fall River, Massachusetts to support the launch of Cipla’s respiratory business in the United States

Equal Opportunity

Employer: Cipla USA & its U.S. Affiliates are committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. At Cipla, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact careers.northamerica@cipla.com

Pre-employment Process

Applicants who receive a conditional offer must satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug testing in accordance with applicable state law

Disclaimer on Pay Ranges

About the Salary/ Pay Range: The salary range mentioned above is an anticipated base salary range for this position. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for benefits and participation in a bonus program based on performance and comp any results.