IDEXX · 1 week ago
Human Resources Advisor - Operations
Westbrook, ME
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$95K/yr - $105K/yrIDEXX is an innovation leader committed to improving the quality of life for pets and livestock worldwide. The Human Resources Advisor - Operations role involves collaborating with frontline leaders to enhance employee relations, provide HR guidance, and ensure compliance with employment laws. This position also focuses on coaching management and implementing HR programs that align with the company's strategic goals.
BiotechnologyHealth CareLivestockVeterinary
Responsibilities
You will administer programs designed to foster a positive employee relations environment through the consistent and equitable application of HR policies and procedures. Identify employee relations issues and recommends appropriate actions to address and resolve those issues. Advise and coach managers and HRBPs on progressive discipline, employee terminations and minimizing the risk of adverse action. Investigate and/or advises/coaches managers and HRBPs on claims of harassment, discrimination, workplace violence, and other issues, recommend appropriate action and documents in final reports. May review, coordinate, and/or support implementation of restructure events and other separation agreements
You will monitor the performance management process and works with managers and/or employees and HRBP’s concerning employee performance and discipline issues. Advise/coach management and HRBPs on performance management process, and progressive discipline
Provide coaching to managers related to the people aspects of the business, including organizational development, employee development, talent acquisition, employee relations, talent analytics, compensation, benefits and other areas
You will provide HR guidance to managers and employees. Answer questions and provide advice as needed. Understand manager and employee viewpoints and anticipate their needs and concerns. Direct managers/employees to utilize HR service centers as appropriate to handle transactional-oriented requests, for maximum efficiency
You will be responsible for compliance with state, and federal, employment laws. Maintain knowledge of laws, regulations and best practices impacting human resources activities and incorporates into work as appropriate
You will partner closely with the Leave team and the business on ADA accommodation process
You will implement HR programs/processes, including activities such as compensation planning, roll-out of new learning and development initiatives and other areas. Identify new opportunities where HR can add business value. Seek opportunities to deliver HR programs to benefit business and align with overall company, as appropriate
You will guide local organizational change through relationship management and partnership skills and knowledge of internal company processes and HR practice. Facilitate and drive change efforts and communication strategies
You will lead local engagement action planning with management and employees which fosters engagement and aligns people with the direction of the business to drive results
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Experienced Employee Relations professional with demonstrated skills for coaching and development of front-line leaders
Local expertise with knowledge of applicable employment laws and regulations
Solid relationship-building and communication skills
Big picture thinker and ability to see beyond tactical details
Analytical thinker with ability to analyze data and make appropriate recommendations
Resourceful with ability to utilize available resources to address customer needs effectively
Preferred
Experience working with a large non-exempt employee population preferred
Benefits
Health / Dental / Vision benefits day one.
Opportunity for annual bonus
Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and so much more!
Company
IDEXX
10,000+ people, one global focus - enhancing the health and well-being of pets, people, and livestock We are passionate about what we do at IDEXX – and why wouldn’t we be? When you’re working to raise the standard of care for pets, make drinking water safe for billions and keep our livestock population around the globe healthy and free of disease, it’s no wonder that what we do each day is more than just a job.
Founded in 1983
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1991-06-21IPO
1984-01-01Seed
Leadership Team
Jonathan Mazelsky
President and CEO
Michael Erickson
Executive Vice President and General Manager
Recent News
2026-01-16
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