HR Business Partner, U.S. Medical Device Services

Company Description

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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It 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. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Job Description

Serves as the primary Human Resources Business Partner and leader supporting the Medical Device Services (MDS) Division, acting as a strategic advisor to business leaders while providing hands-on HR support across all aspects of the employee lifecycle. Partners closely with division and site leadership to align people strategies with business objectives, drive organizational effectiveness, and address workforce challenges in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Leads initiatives that enhance employee engagement, talent development, workforce planning, retention, productivity, and compliance while fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture. Collaborates with operational leaders to deliver practical HR solutions that support business growth, strengthen employee relations, and enhance overall employee experience. Job Duties:

• Serve as a strategic Human Resources Business Partner and trusted advisor to supervisors, managers, directors, and executive leaders, aligning people strategies with business objectives and operational priorities.
• Develop, implement, and drive workforce strategies and programs that support talent acquisition, employee engagement, retention, succession planning, organizational effectiveness, and professional development.
• Partner with business leaders to assess talent needs, workforce capabilities, organizational structure, and succession risks, providing recommendations that support both short-term operational goals and long-term business growth.
• Advise and coach leaders on employee relations, performance management, talent development, promotions, transfers, organizational changes, corrective actions, and employee separations.
• Lead and support change management initiatives, organizational design efforts, and business transformation activities to enhance productivity, effectiveness, and employee experience.
• Identify workforce trends, organizational risks, and opportunities through data analysis and HR metrics, providing actionable recommendations to leadership.
• Compile, analyze, and submit required regulatory reports, workforce analytics, affirmative action data, compensation surveys, and other human resources-related reporting.
• Design, develop, and implement programs that strengthen employee engagement, leadership effectiveness, talent retention, and workplace culture while supporting company goals and objectives.
• Develop and facilitate training programs in areas such as leadership effectiveness, performance management, coaching, supervisory skills, employment law compliance, workplace investigations, diversity and inclusion, harassment prevention, and other people-management topics.
• Administer and continuously improve the performance management process, including training leaders on goal setting, performance evaluations, feedback delivery, and employee development planning.
• Interpret, apply, and ensure the consistent, fair, and objective administration of company policies, procedures, and employment practices while mitigating organizational risk.
• Stay current on emerging HR trends, labor market conditions, employment legislation, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. Advise leadership on potential business impact and necessary policy or program changes.
• Partner with management and the National Service Center to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Support Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity, diversity initiatives, and other compliance-related programs, ensuring alignment with organizational commitments and regulatory requirements.
• Lead or support sensitive employee relations matters, workplace investigations, conflict resolution efforts, and corrective action processes while ensuring consistency, fairness, and legal compliance.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, industrial relations, organizational development, human resources, or other related fields. Master’s or other advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of six years of HR experience. PHR certification is preferred.

Specialized Knowledge, Skills, or Training:

• Knowledge of human resources practices and principles and all applicable labor, pay, benefits laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership skills, analytical abilities, and effective project management skills.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with employees and applicants.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.

Leadership Skill:

• Demonstrated leadership and vision in managing staff groups and major projects or initiatives.
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace.
• Excels at operating in a fast pace, community environment.
• Excellent people manager, open to direction and a collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done.
• Ability to challenge and debate issues of importance to the organization.
• Ability to look at situations from several points of view.
• Persuasive with details and facts.

Reasoning Ability:

• Strong ability to provide problem solving and critical thinking.
• Must be able to solve problems and present solutions.
• Able to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical, diagram, written, oral or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Excel is required.
• Knowledge of Word and PowerPoint is highly desirable.
• Experience with and knowledge of Oracle is preferred.

Additional Information

The position is Full Time, Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Maryland Heights, MO are encouraged to apply. What we offer:

• 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
• Yearly goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases

Eurofins USA Medical Devices is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.