Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join EMD Electronics.

 

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  

 

Everything we do in EMD Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living. We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. We foster a global collaborative organization made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency. Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers.

 

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
 

EMD Electronics has recently signed an agreement to divest its Surface Solutions business to Global New Material International (GNMI). The Surface Solutions business is a global leader in pigments with approximately 1,200 employees in 20 countries.  Candidates hired into Surface Solutions will transition to GNMI. 

 

Your Role:

This position will serve as a local HR Generalist/Business Partner for the U.S. (approx. 140 employees across plant, office, and lab settings), manage outsourced HR operations in the Americas, and lead the global Total Rewards function. The role ensures seamless HR delivery in the U.S., Brazil, and Mexico, while developing and implementing global policies for grading, performance management, compensation and other compensation & benefits topics.

Responsibilities: 

HR Business Partner for the United States:  Act as the primary HR contact for US-based employees and managers, delivering hands-on HR support throughout all employee lifecycle activities. You will provide guidance on employee relations, ensure compliance with labor laws, and assist with organizational development and talent management. Additionally, you will support the leadership team on strategic HR matters, including workforce planning and succession planning, to help drive organizational success.

 

HR Oversight for Brazil and Mexico:  Implement and manage outsourced HR service providers to ensure the effective delivery of HR processes in Brazil and Mexico. You will ensure compliance with local labor regulations while aligning with company HR policies. Additionally, you will serve as the point of contact for local management and employees in these countries, providing support and guidance as needed. 

 

HR Operations Management:  Implement and manage the outsourced HR operations vendor for the U.S., ensuring that service level agreements (SLAs) and compliance requirements are met. You will drive process improvements and enhance efficiency across HR services. Additionally, you will ensure proper documentation, data accuracy, and reporting in coordination with shared services or third-party vendors, contributing to the overall effectiveness of HR operations. 

 

Global Total Rewards Ownership:  Develop, implement, and manage global Total Rewards policies, including grading frameworks, compensation structures, and variable pay schemes such as Annual Incentive Plans, Sales Incentive Plans, and Long-Term Incentive Plans, along with performance management systems. You will lead global compensation review cycles and benchmarking initiatives while supporting equity, pay transparency, and competitive benefits strategies. Additionally, you will serve as the internal subject matter expert for rewards and recognition programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards.

 

Project and Change Management:  Lead and support HR initiatives related to post-merger integration and change management. You will collaborate with the global HR team to ensure alignment of Total Rewards and HR operations practices, fostering a cohesive approach to organizational changes and enhancing overall HR effectiveness.

 

Who You Are: 

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or other business field5+ years of HR experience including generalist/business partner responsibilities and/or compensation & benefits

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree or HR certification Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment Proven success in managing outsourced vendors and remote employee groupsStrong understanding of U.S. labor law; exposure to Latin American HR practices Experience with global total rewards frameworks and toolsExcellent interpersonal, communication, and project management skillsBilingual:  Spanish or Portuguese

 

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

 

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!