Head of Recruiting & HR

Hygiena provides rapid microbiology diagnostic tests and solutions for mission-critical, time-sensitive processes around the world. Hygiena's proprietary diagnostic technologies enable customers to; prevent illness and save lives, comply with regulations, protect products and brands, run businesses more effectively. Solutions are sold in a wide range of industries globally, but the core focus is food safety. Headquartered in Camarillo, California and with offices around the world, we are actively looking for talented individuals to help grow the business!

In providing the highest quality products & service
In contributing positively not only in the workplace, but in our community and environment!
With rapid growth comes opportunity. We are looking for a Human Resources Manager to join our team in Camarillo, CA! This is a full-time, exempt position.
Ensures adherence and compliance to company policies and local and federal laws for the employee life cycle.
Oversee the design, administration, and benchmarking of compensation programs-base pay, incentive plans, commission structures, and executive compensation-ensuring competitiveness and internal equity.
Oversees relationships with benefits providers such as brokers, insurance companies, retirement plan administrators, wellness program vendors, and other third-party providers
this includes open enrollment, 401 K plan management (John Hancock) and scheduling educational sessions, processing life insurance payouts, workers compensation, troubleshooting insurance issues and assisting with benefit questions and concerns. Monitors market trends and regulatory changes in compensation and benefits (e.g., Oversees job architecture frameworks, leveling, and the annual compensation review process, including salary planning, bonus allocation, and equity grants.
Develops, recommends and implements personnel policies and procedures; ensures the maintenance of handbooks and policies and procedures.
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field required.

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Human Resources required that includes the following:
• HRIS systems/HRIS Management and optimization.
• Employee engagement strategies and culture-building initiatives.
• Total compensation planning and pay equity analysis.

Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience managing direct reports required.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat required.
In accordance with applicable policies/procedures and Federal/State laws, may perform the following supervisory responsibilities: Interviewing, hiring orienting and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; coaching and appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems; Comfortable with interacting and working with all levels of customers, both internal and external; Excellent adaptability in a fast-paced environment with the flexibility and willingness to take on new tasks and projects
Must be able to lead HR team members through major HR projects and Initiatives.
Is required to work normal office hours (with some flexibility as per the below) Monday through Friday in the Office
May occasionally work early morning/evenings/weekends to accommodate urgent customer requests in different time zones
Will occasionally be required to travel.
Hygiena plays a critical role in helping to prevent global health crisis such as foodborne illness, healthcare-associated infections, and other outbreaks.
Giving back to our communities.
Hygiena believes in giving back by supporting local organizations committed to improving the lives of children and youth in our communities.
15 days of PTO & 10 paid company holidays

• Medical with HSA employer contribution, Dental, Vision available 1st of the month after start date
• Company paid Life Insurance, Short* and Long-Term Disability and an Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement program
• Employee Referral bonus opportunities

*State paid short-term disability for California based employees

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.