About Forge

Forge, a member of Ajinomoto Bio-Pharma Services, is a gene therapy development engine, focused on enabling access to life changing gene therapies and helping bring them from idea into reality. We partner with innovators in the gene therapy community: scientists, physicians, biotech/pharma companies, and patient groups. We bring expertise in gene therapy manufacturing and therapeutics development to the table, helping to champion teams that are navigating the long road from the lab bench to the bedside. Our goal is simple but vital to patients living with disease, and we take it seriously. With a patient-first approach, we are forging new models for working together to better accelerate these transformative medicines to reach those who need them the most.   

Forge is based in Columbus, Ohio, in a 200,000 square foot facility known affectionately by team members as, the Hearth. The Hearth, is a custom-designed cGMP facility dedicated to AAV manufacturing and hosts scalable, end-to-end manufacturing services.  

About The Role  

We are currently seeking a Sr. HR Generalist to join the Forge Biologics team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company and be part of a team that will be instrumental to the growth of the organization. The Sr. HR Generalist performs a variety of complex human resources duties partnering closely with senior HR management and various managers across Forge Biologics in supporting HR processes and department-specific strategies. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: employee relations, training, performance management, onboarding, policy implementation, and employment law compliance. The Sr. HR Generalist is an essential part of the Human Resources team and will report to the Associate Director, Human Resources.  This position will be based in Columbus, Ohio and allows for a hybrid work schedule.  

What You'll Do

• Provides HR consultation and support to department managers and employees for assigned business units.
• Build and maintain positive coaching relationships with managers and leaders and provide guidance and support in addressing employee development and disciplinary matters.
• Coordinate and conduct employee onboarding and orientation programs to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
• Conducts prompt, thorough, and neutral workplace investigations.
• Analyze trends and metrics to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Maintains proper documentation, partners with leadership on outcome, and ensures timely resolution and follow-up on employee relations issues.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; recognition, and engagement; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Updates HRIS with new and changing information; ensures accuracy and integrity of information.
• Assist in workers' compensation process, including claims management, employee communication, and related investigations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and state employment law and compliance requirements.

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years’ experience in Human Resources, with a focus on employee relations and performance management.
• Software skills, including a high level of knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and familiarity with an HRIS. 
• Strong knowledge of HR policies and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of Employment Laws (EEO, ADA, AA, FMLA, etc.).
• Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, flexibility, attention to detail, and an ability to maintain strict privacy of confidential data and information.
• Ability to shift priorities quickly.
• Work well as part of a team.

Preferred Skills   

• Experience with ADP Workforce Now and Lattice.
• HR certification (SHRM, HRCI, or PHR).
• Prior experience in a startup.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned.  

Forge Biologics is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. Forge Biologics, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Life at Forge  

We are a team of diverse, driven and passionate people working together to trailblaze a new model for how we make medicines to treat patients with genetic diseases. Our team members use their creativity and talent to invent new solutions, meet new demands, and offer the most effective services in the industry. Forge’s core values lay the foundation for H.O.P.E. It provides us a common purpose that we all understand, work towards and live by.  

HARDWORKING - We work hard and smart, making a persistent and determined effort toward success. Working hard, with focus and desire is the key. 

OPEN - We strive to be approachable, actively listen and encourage others to contribute and speak up. We positively offer and receive constructive feedback. 

PURPOSE DRIVEN - We are passionate about working towards and delivering on our mission to manufacture gene therapies. 

ENGAGED - We are fully absorbed by and enthusiastic about our work and take positive action to further Forge’s vision, mission and goals. 

We’ve Got You Covered 

We take the health and happiness of our employees seriously and are consistently evaluating new ways to make our benefits truly UnFORGEttable. 

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance that starts on your first day at Forge, with 90% of premiums covered for team members as well as dependents 
• Flexible PTO (plus 14 paid company holidays) 
• Annual bonus for all full-time employees 
• 401(K) company match 
• Fully-stocked kitchen with free food/drinks 
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave - additional discount programs include childcare support & dependent care 
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Wellness benefits (financial planning services, mental health counseling, employer paid disability) 
• Professional & Personal development resources - LinkedIn Learning, a dedicate training staff in-house, mentoring opportunities & access to leadership development coaches