Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics Hiring for HR Generalist at Centennial, CO Full Time

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

The Human Resources Specialist is primarily responsible for providing employee assistance within Eurofins DPT. This would include expertise in the areas of performance management, compensation, leadership development, training and development, employee relations, and other special projects. Other responsibilities to include payroll, benefits, recruitment, and onboarding.

HR Generalist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Deliver exceptional support that is timely, pragmatic and mitigates risk for employee related issues including, but not limited to: attendance issues, employee separations, performance, and conduct management (including as it intersects with disability accommodations or leave)
• Maintain confidentiality and provide effective communication to work through issues
• Collaborate with Eurofins legal team and onsite HR management while leading investigations from start to finish relating to: harassment, bullying, retaliation, discrimination, hostile work environment and other potential violations
• Help build and maintain a culture of integrity, safety, equity, and inclusion for all employees by promoting reward and recognition programs, analyzing surveys, and fostering a transparent and approachable HR department
• Establish trust and credibility with employees, management, support teams, and Corporate by acting in a reliable, fair, and balanced manner
• Become a point of contact for employee and management questions and concerns.
• Promote understanding of policies and procedures
• Remain in a support capacity while encouraging independent problem resolution
• Act as a liaison between employees and the business, balancing the needs of each
• Monitor performance and behavior issues throughout the year and advocate for solutions at the individual, group, and company level
• Provide ongoing coaching and development to supervisory management and identify group training opportunities
• Work alongside HR management and executive team on company wide projects related to career development and salary
• Manage weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting for leave, ADA, overtime, etc.
• Become primary backup for onboarding, New Hire Orientation, training, auditing, reporting, and other HR tasks

Basic Minimum Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an HR function with an understanding of basic HR processes and procedures
• Minimum 2 years of experience leading employee relations investigations

Basic Minimum Work Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a HR function with an understanding of basic HR processes and procedures
• Minimum 2 years of experience leading employee relations investigations
• Strong drive to improve company culture and employee experience from the ground up
• Creative, solution-oriented mindset and positive, go-getter attitude
• Skilled at de-escalation strategy and conflict resolution
• Intermediate knowledge of HR law as it impacts employee relations
• Ability to conduct independent research to ensure issues are handled appropriately
• Ability to identify unstated concerns and escalate matters to HR management
• Exceptional organization, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to complete department goals
• Strong ability to maintain accurate records and document employee conversations
• Ability to recognize and uphold confidentiality in complex situations
• Ability to work as a member of the HR Admin team to coordinate priorities and back up team with workload overflow and changing priorities
• Proficiency in the use of the MS Office software suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to learn new HRIS and other systems, and train others on their functions

Potential Environmental Factors:

• This laboratory carefully maintains all hazardous materials. All employees must abide by Eurofins DPT’s Safety and Exposure procedures. This includes using the provided safety clothing and equipment.
• For a list of potential chemical hazards, see appropriate MSDS sheet.

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Centennial, CO are encouraged to apply.

• Compensation: $55,000 – $65,000
• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Please be aware that this role will require access to a site that requires COVID-19 vaccination or exemption from vaccination requirements. Prior to starting work in this position, employees must show proof of full Covid-19 vaccination or exemption from vaccination requirements. Exemptions will be granted as warranted by medical contraindications, disability or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.