Human Resources (HR) Director - Cosmetics & Skincare
Totowa, NJ
Full Time
Senior Manager/Supervisor
Title: Human Resources (HR) Director
Reports to: CEO
Department: Shared Services - Human Resource
Responsibilities:
Reports to: CEO
Department: Shared Services - Human Resource
Responsibilities:
- Strategic HR Leadership
- Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals and organizational growth.
- Lead workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational design initiatives to support the evolving needs of the industry.
- Lead initiatives that foster innovation, creativity, and collaboration while strengthening the company’s employer brand through a strong culture and employee experience.
- Compliance & Policy Maintenance
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws as well as industry-specific standards.
- Maintain and update HR policies, employee handbooks, and workplace practices to reflect current regulations and best practices.
- Participate in internal and external audits to ensure HR compliance.
- Oversee HR records management, including sensitive employee documentation.
- Employee Relations & Engagement
- Serve as a primary resource for employee relations matters, including disputes, grievances, legal cases, disciplinary actions, offboarding, and exit interviews.
- Provide guidance to managers and employees to ensure fair and consistent resolution of workplace concerns.
- Drive employee engagement and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
- Handle unemployment insurance (UI) claims, including response preparation, documentation, and representation as needed.
- Talent Acquisition & Retention
- Oversee recruitment and selection strategies to attract and retain top talent across corporate, retail, and manufacturing roles.
- Partner with hiring managers to develop strong pipelines of candidates in alignment with business needs.
- Compensation, Performance Management & Development
- Serve the annual performance review cycle, including goal setting, performance appraisals, and merit increases.
- Partner with Finance to manage HR budgets, salary benchmarking, and merit increase allocation.
- Oversee compensation programs to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
- Design and implement leadership development, training, and career progression programs.
- Safety & Compliance
- Develop, implement, and monitor workplace health and safety programs in compliance with OSHA standards and company policies (e.g., PPE requirements).
- Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and training programs.
- Manage incident reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
- Partner with management to reduce workplace hazards and foster a safety-first culture.
- Prepare and submit required federal and state compliance reports (e.g., OSHA 301, EEO reporting).
- Manage the full cycle of workers’ compensation claims, including filing, follow-up, and case management, plan renewal.
- Serve as liaison with insurance carriers, medical providers, and employees to ensure proper claim handling.
- Track and report workers’ comp metrics and trends.
- General Affairs
- Oversee administrative and facilities-related operations, including office management, supplies, and vendor coordination, to support daily business activities.
- Manage commercial insurance policies and cases related to workplace incidents and liabilities, including claims management, coordination with insurance carriers for audits and claims resolution, and annual plan renewals.
- Maintain accurate records of insurance policies and claims.
- Coordinate event logistics and provide support for company events, as needed.
- Assist with HR projects, reporting, and compliance audits as needed.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Safety Management, or a related field required.
- Knowledge of federal and state labor regulations, and workplace safety standards.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to effectively communicate across diverse teams and with senior leadership.
- High degree of confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion when handling sensitive information.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems.
- Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English required.
- Proven experience in HR, including employee relations, workplace safety, compensation & benefits.
- Preferably work experience in the cosmetics or manufacturing industry.
- Master’s degree or HR certification (SHRM-SCP, PHR) is a plus.
- Preferred OSHA certification (e.g., OSHA 10 or OSHA 30).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced office and manufacturing environment, with occasional visits between the Totowa (main office) and Wayne warehouse facility.
- Must be able to walk manufacturing floors, conduct audits, and participate in safety inspections.
Compensation & Benefits:
The approximate pay range for this position is $130,000 to $150,000. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities.
The benefit package includes:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401k match
- PTO
Additional Information:
- Visa / work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
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