Sr. Manager, Human Resources

 

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?  

 

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.  

 

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.  

 

Job Summary:

Direct and execute Human Resource strategies and initiatives for client groups in the Wearables Platform for the Drug Delivery Devices Operating Unit, including strategic training and development, staffing, employee relations, talent management culture and employee engagement. Responsible for leading the Drug Delivery Devices HR strategy and transformation  plans across Scottsdale Operations Center and Phoenix Device operations in Arizona. implementing policies and programs encompassing recruitment, benefits, compensation, training, worker’s compensation, safety, and organizational development. Key liaison between employees and the company to provide a best-in-class workplace/employee experience. Key liaison with corporate HR to ensure alignment and delivery to the Devices/global HR strategy.

 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Key member of the Wearables Leadership team with responsibility for driving the Drug Delivery Devices and global HR strategy.
• Key member of the Drug Delivery Devices HR leadership team, providing critical input into design and execution of the OU HR strategy and ensuring alignment across the Operating Unit
• Leads the HR team in the execution of key priorities and for the Wearables platform, encompassing both Scottdale Operations Centre and Phoenix Devices. Continuously invests in the development and growth of the HR team.
• Drives key projects across the Drug Delivery Devices Operating Unit for consistency and a uniformed application of existing policies and processes.
• Partners with project leads to further develop and implement process within the Drug Delivery Devices Operating Unit and global HR team.
• Manages and oversees performance and talent management process and programs, individual development plans and succession planning activities.
• Consults with and advises managers on employee relations issues such as employee disputes, terminations, EEO, harassment, disciplinary action, policy interpretation, advising management on personal and policy matters.
• Consults with and liaises with all corporate COE’s as required (e.g. legal, comp & benefits, talent acquisition, learning & development).
• Identifies and develops recruiting strategies to attract competent individuals, reduce hiring cost and turnover. Facilitates and manages internal job postings, opportunities for promotion, new employee orientation.
• Develops and administers policies and procedures in a consistent manner, which comply with applicable laws and regulations.  Advises and mediates regarding policy interpretation to managers and employees. Recommends revisions and/or new policies as necessary.
• Develops and leads employee onboarding and recommends revisions to the program as necessary.
• Prepares documentation and participates in litigation matters such as EEOC, workers’ compensation, unemployment. Attends all depositions and hearings.
• Manages and recommends job classification, ratings, pay grades.
• Acts as a champion of workplace continuous improvement, including employee engagement and culture initiatives.
• Develops and administers special programs and projects to include employee awards, pay equity, health, and morale. These may