Director of People

Director of People Bio

MADE - 5.0

Emeryville, CA Job Details Full-time $170,000 - $200,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Free parking Internet reimbursement Commuter assistance Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance On-site gym Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Cell phone reimbursement Parental leave Snacks provided Dependent health insurance coverage Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Performance reviews HR policy development Organization design Benefits strategy management Team leadership Employee engagement program (employee development activity) HR legal compliance Bachelor's degree Employment law in talent management Productivity software Employee engagement Benchmarking Strategic thinking in HR leadership California labor law Strategic workforce planning Full Job Description Description Job Description Summary The Director of People is responsible for providing organization-wide leadership and management on everything related to the hiring, performance, and wellbeing of BioMADE's people. This role will be accountable for establishing HR strategies that align with our mission, values, and organizational goals. The Director will bring their expertise and experience to advise and coach both managers and employees on policies and procedures, employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, and people strategy. The Director will collaborate with managers and staff across the organization to ensure they are incorporating best practices to build and maintain a culture of operational excellence and that values our employees. The Director will partner with BioMADE's Legal and Compliance team to ensure the organization consistently operates in compliance with state and federal employment laws in a multi-state environment across both office and manufacturing plant-based jobs. Key Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop, implement, and manage policies and procedures that align with BioMADE's mission and values and are compliant with federal and state employment laws and regulations and best HR practices in a complex business environment. Lead BioMADE's approach to hiring across a wide range of roles and locations, including the consistent application of best practices for recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new staff. Advise managers and executive staff on job performance matters and organizational growth strategies. In collaboration with senior leadership, develop future workforce plans aligned with BioMADE's strategic goals and available funding and partner with cross-functional leaders to implement those plans. Manage employee relations and handle employee complaints, corrective actions and terminations. Under the guidance of legal counsel, conduct investigations as needed and prepare proper documentation. Design and facilitate BioMADE's talent management strategy, including leading the continuous improvement and implementation of an effective performance appraisal process including developing recommendations for compensation changes and incentives. Plan, execute, and organize employee training and development programs to improve employee and leadership skills and knowledge. Oversee compliance with mandated training. Propose and manage BioMADE's benefits programs and offerings to provide high value benefits to employees through fiscally responsible strategies. Act as Plan Administrator for the Bio

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(k) Plan ensuring accuracy of all plan transactions. Partner with the Finance and Payroll staff to ensure accurate payroll processing and maintenance. Develop and manage the HR budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness while maintaining high-quality standards of service. Minimize organizational risk through effective collaboration and coordination with BioMADE's Legal Department. Hire, supervise, develop, and mentor a team of HR professionals. Travel as needed to all BioMADE locations to maintain organizational awareness and strengthen relationships across the organization. Other duties as assigned. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Qualifications / Requirements Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field required. Must possess 10+ years of progressively increasing experience in HR management, with a proven track record of successful strategic HR leadership. Ability to build and scale people programs, org structures, and compliance frameworks to support headcount growth tied to new manufacturing facility launches. SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR, SPHR or other relevant certifications required. Strong working knowledge of federal and multi-state (including California) employment laws, regulations, and best practices required. Extensive experience in all functional areas of human resources management required including talent acquisition, benefits and 401(k), multi-state wage and hour compliance, compensation structure and benchmarking, performance management, employee engagement, and training. Experience in organizational structure development and succession planning required. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence required. Must be detail oriented and possess excellent organizational skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications. Preferred Qualifications / Requirements Demonstrated experience supporting HR functions within a manufacturing environment, including hourly and salaried workforce management. Prior experience navigating the launch or opening of a new manufacturing plant site, including standing up HR infrastructure, recruiting pipelines, and policy creation and governance. Job Benefits BioMADE provides a comprehensive suite of health insurances, supplemental benefits, and paid time off to all regular full-time employees as outlined below.

Additional benefits include:

100% employer-paid options for medical, dental, and vision Paid time off that accrues from your hire date 13 paid holidays, including a winter closure between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day Hybrid work policy for most positions; stipend for internet and personal phone use 401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% match on compensation (no vesting period!) Discretionary Incentive Plan based on organizational and individual performance 100% employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance Paid parental leave Section 125 Flexible Spending Plan for medical and dependent care Commuter pre-tax benefit Full access to LinkedIn Learning's suite for professional development Free parking, casual dress code, free snacks and beverages, and on-site gym access at both offices Fun on and off-site employee activities sponsored by the Employee Engagement Committee And much more We nurture merit, talent, and achievement by supporting equal opportunity and welcome people of all backgrounds and beliefs to join us in our mission to enable domestic bioindustrial manufacturing at all scales. Come join our team! About BioMADE About Us BioMADE is a public-private partnership at the forefront of the exciting bioindustrial manufacturing industry. Bioindustrial manufacturing is transforming how we make products in the U.S. - from chemicals to materials to food and more. Working with our network of 330 leading industry, academic, and nonprofit members, BioMADE is securing America's future through bioindustrial manufacturing innovation, education, and collaboration. By harnessing the power of biology, BioMADE and its members are creating more robust and resilient supply chains, making the U.S. more self-sufficient, re-shoring manufacturing jobs, and producing more environmentally sustainable products without relying on traditional petroleum sources. BioMADE is also building a globally competitive STEM workforce to ensure American workers are prepared and ready to fill new jobs within this rapidly growing industry. National interest and momentum for bioindustrial manufacturing is at an all-time high. Join this dynamic, growing organization to make a difference in the future of bioindustrial manufacturing! BioMADE offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience, an annual bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefits package which includes 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and a generous contribution toward dependent coverage, short- and long-term disability insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, flexible spending plan, a robust 401(k) retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar up to 6% match, accrued Paid Time Off, and a generous holiday calendar that includes a week-long holiday closure. We also offer a hybrid work environment for many positions, casual dress, free parking, internet and cell phone stipend, and professional development opportunities. Export Control Disclaimer This position may involve access to hardware, commodities, and technical information subject to the Export Administration Regulations or International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Accordingly, any hiring decision might depend in part on the BioMADE's ability to obtain or rely on federal government authorization as required, if you are not a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., asylee, refugee, or other qualifying protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). EOE Statement BioMADE is an equal opportunity employer to all and makes hiring and employment decisions without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.