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JOB TITLE:                Director Human Resources – Life Science Fluidics & Shared Operations

REPORTING TO:      VP Human Resources – IDEX Health & Science

LOCATION:               Middleboro, MA

Who is IDEX Health & Science (IH&S)?

IDEX Health & Science (IH&S) is the global leader in life science fluidics, microfluidics, and optics, offering a unique advantage to customers by bringing optofluidic paths to life with strategic partnerships, solutions, and expertise. With component, sub-system, and application-level experts, we help instrument developers solve the most demanding fluidic & optical challenges in an array of applications. We believe partnership will change the way the world innovates, leading to new technologies to improve health, protect our planet, and enrich lives. Visit www.idex-hs.com

The Life Science Fluidics & Shared Operations teams are part of the IH&S business. The teams include over 600 colleagues located remotely and across 5 sites located in Rohnert Park CA, Oak Harbor WA, Middleboro MA, Bristol CT, and Kawaguchi, Japan. Markets include Chromatography, In Vitro Diagnostics, Biotechnology and more. Products include Column Hardware, Degassers, Fluidic Connections, Manifolds, Pumps, Pump Components, Subsystems and Valves.

Scope of Role:

The HR Director for Life Science Fluidics & Shared Operations reports to the Vice President HR, IH&S. They will oversee all human resources functions for the 4 Fluidics sites in the United States and the site in Japan to ensure they are aligned with company goals and will serve as the strategic HR business partner for the IH&S VP Operations. This role must balance long and short-term initiatives and lead constructive and effective HR functional excellence and process improvements across all the sites and shared Operations functions.

This individual has leadership responsibility for the Life Science Fluidics global HR team of 6 as well as a leadership role supporting the day to day needs of the business. They will effectively telescope between the high level and strategic, and the day-to-day tactical work as required by the needs of the team and the business. The HR Director will partner with department leaders by providing support on all matters related to people in linking business and tactical strategies to the human capital plans for Life Science Fluidics & Shared Operations. This includes responsibility for building a high performing organization through employee engagement and manager effectiveness programs, talent processes, recruitment, employee relations, organizational development, employee compensation, compliance, and employee retention and development. This role is also a member of the IH&S Operations Senior Leadership Team.

Essential Duties:

• Develop an overall global Life Science Fluidics & Shared Operations HR strategy, in partnership with the VP Operations, to align with the business strategy.
• Explore and understand business processes, financial metrics, and organizational systems and structures.
• Support organizational design efforts to strengthen the current business structure.
• Partner with the Life Science Operations Senior Leadership Team to execute and deliver business results.
• Coach, develop, and mentor a team of HR professionals to elevate the team and grow the business.  
• Manage processes in such a manner that ensures cost-effectiveness, market competitiveness and internal equity among employees.
• Lead change initiatives and implement specific HR strategies to achieve organization goals and objectives.
• Use annual engagement survey results to drive programs and initiatives leading to a great work environment and effective managers.
• Establish credibility with management and employees and be seen be an effective resource.
• Understand and apply total pay concepts to attract, motivate, and retain key employees in the organization.
• Facilitate the performance management process, including defining success, establishing measurements, providing feedback, and rewarding performance.
• Utilize workforce planning to identify the HR implications of the business plan and develop and implement solutions to meet identified needs.
• Anticipate HR issues as a result of business strategies and partner with operations leaders and other HR team members to create proactive solutions. Initiate and manage the implementation of various initiatives in support of the HR strategic plan, including recruitment and staffing, performance management, organization design, employee and labor relations, leadership development, and corporate responsibility.
• Oversee a comprehensive recruitment, onboarding and retention program. Develop staffing strategies and implementation plans to identify talent within and outside the company for future positions.
• Develop and monitor opportunities for employee and leadership development. Work with team to create and implement career path models to support employee development.
• Monitor legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting the business. These include OSHA, EEO, ERISA, Wage and Hour issues, etc.

Education, Experience, Qualifications, & Skills:

The ideal candidate will have a clear desire to succeed and be effective working in a fast-paced environment. On a personal level, the candidate will exhibit the highest standards of integrity, deliver upon all commitments, and be a highly motivated, team player.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in Human Resources with progressive roles and experience leading people.
• Sound technical skills and appropriate industry experience.
• Generalist background with broad knowledge of employment, compensation, organizational planning, employee relations and training. Familiarity with FMLA, ADA and related state and federal regulations required.
• An excellent facilitator who is experienced in resolving conflict between different parties and responding effectively to sensitive inquiries and complaints. Strong consultative relationship building with leaders and employees. Ability to establish credibility and get along with diverse personalities at all levels of the company
• A decisive individual who possesses a results-oriented focus but can also balance the needs of the business with the needs of the individual.
• Prior experience in non-union manufacturing environment, employing individuals with an engineering/scientific/technical background is preferred.
• Prior success in developing new processes, leading project improvement teams, communicating changes effectively to others, building commitment and overcoming resistance.
• Resourceful and well organized. High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
• A strategic thinker/problem solver who can effectively interface well with all levels of employees.
• Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and HRIS).
• Ability to work collaboratively with virtual teams and processes.
• Proven experience in developing talent and building strong teams.
• Demonstrates the ability to persuade others to achieve excellence and to foster an environment of openness and teamwork.
• Approximately 15% travel is required.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.”

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer: IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

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IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Attention Applicants:  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.