Senior HR Business Partner

Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

WORK SHIFT

DAY (United States of America)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is an operational resource, delivering HR support and guidance to designated client groups, internal partners and customers within the organization. The HRBP is the initial HR point of contact and a subject matter expert providing resources and building relationships across the HR team and the organization. The HRBP assesses and anticipates HR-related needs and is both strategic and hands-on, providing HR expertise to leadership and employees on a variety of Human Resources issues. The position delivers value-added service that supports the business objectives of the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED
1.    Provides service and support to designated client groups.
2.    Consults, counsels and coaches employees and leadership throughout the employment life cycle.
3.    Facilitates and resolves employee relations issues. Assists in matters of communications between employees and leadership, performance management, conflict resolution, change management, disciplinary action, and explanation and clarification of policies and procedures.
4.    Analyzes data, reports, and metrics to empower understanding of workforce trends and develop solutions, programs, policies and procedures.
5.    Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
6.    Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
7.    Participates, facilitates and/or conducts employee and leadership training programs. Proactively identifies opportunities to address leadership capabilities.
8.    Conducts exit interviews with employees.
9.    Assists in development, documentation and implementation of continuous improvement of Human Resource processes, procedures and programs to meet organizational needs.
10.    Ensures adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations governing the employment process.
11.    Performs other duties and tasks as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

•    Lifting -- Up to 20 lbs. – local practice may apply.
•    Writing
•    Sitting
•    Standing
•    Bending
•    Visual acuity
•    Depth perception
•    Talking
•    Hearing
•    Reading
•    Field of vision/peripheral
•    Fine motor skills

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

•    Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources or related field.
•    A minimum of five years of general Human Resources generalist experience.
•    Ability to organize and analyze data using HRIS systems and other information gathering systems.
•    Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to facilitate communication between employees and leadership.
•    Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.
•    Ability to work well with top management and answer questions regarding policy and procedure.
•    Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work under strict time constraints.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

•    PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP or applicable local HR certification.

COMPETENCIES

•    Employment
•    Employee relations
•    Benefits 
•    Training
•    Federal/state/local employment law knowledge
•    Computer skills
•    Communication
•    Human Resources knowledge and expertise

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category III:

The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs.  Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

* Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

* Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

* 401K | Health Savings Account

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.

Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.

Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.