Human Resource Manager

Welcome to Your Next Career Chapter

At Afton Scientific, every role contributes to advancing the quality and reliability of sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing. Our team is driven by innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. We support employees at every stage of their career by fostering an environment where development, learning, and meaningful impact are possible.

We invite you to explore opportunities to join our organization and contribute to our mission. We are currently seeking a Human Resources Manager to support our growing biopharmaceutical operations at our on-site facility in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Overview of this Position:

The Human Resources Manager plays an essential role in supporting Afton Scientific’s people operations and ensuring a positive, compliant, and effective workplace. This position oversees HR policies and procedures, administers employee benefit programs, supports employee relations, and maintains adherence to federal, state, and local employment regulations. The HR Manager guides and supports HR staff, manages core HR processes such as FMLA and benefits administration, maintains the Employee Handbook, and ensures accurate and secure HR data management.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• At least three (3) years of experience in Human Resources as a Generalist, Manager, HR Operations Specialist, or a similar role

• At least three (3) years of experience administering HRIS systems, including benefits and payroll processing, disability claims, and FMLA or other leave programs

• At least three (3) years of experience managing employee relations matters, including performance improvement plans, performance review processes, and retention initiatives

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience working in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification

•Exceptional communication skills

•Experience with OFCCP Compliance Regulation

Responsibilities Include:

• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures to support organizational compliance and operational effectiveness.

• Administer employee benefit programs and support related activities including enrollment, changes, and employee communication.

• Provide guidance, coordination, and oversight for HR staff and support personnel.

• Manage employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, policy interpretation, coaching, and corrective action processes.

• Perform core HR functions as needed, including FMLA administration, benefits administration, and coordination with external agencies.

• Manage the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring accurate documentation and effective integration into the organization.

• Maintain the Employee Handbook and ensure alignment with current laws, regulations, and internal policies.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations, and maintain accurate and complete HR records.

• Support effective communication between employees and leadership to promote a constructive and inclusive work environment.

• Oversee HR systems and ensure accurate data entry, secure information management, and timely reporting.

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• Build and maintain professional working relationships with employees, leadership, and external partners.

The duties listed above are intended to describe the essential functions of this position. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. This role may require sitting, standing, or walking for extended periods; using a computer; and working in a standard office environment. Specific physical or environmental requirements will be addressed through the reasonable accommodation process.