Senior HR Specialist

Baxter • Jayuya, PR

11d

About The Position

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. You will be part of the Human Resources team, serving as a trusted partner to leaders and employees across the organization. The team is focused on creating a positive employee experience, ensuring compliance with labor regulations, supporting business objectives, and driving workforce effectiveness through data-driven HR solutions. This role offers the opportunity to influence organizational outcomes, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and develop leadership capabilities in preparation for future people management responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Relations, Industrial Engineering, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 to 8 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including: Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Performance Management, HR Analytics, Implementation of HR programs and initiatives
• Proven experience conducting workplace investigations, managing employee relations matters, interpreting employment laws and regulations, and providing guidance to managers on workforce-related issues.
• Strong knowledge of Puerto Rico and Federal employment laws and regulations.
• Ability to analyze HR metrics and workforce data, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Ability to assess complex employee and organizational situations, evaluate alternatives, and recommend practical solutions aligned with company policies and legal requirements.
• Skilled in identifying root causes of workforce challenges and leading action plans in partnership with leaders and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while exercising sound judgment, confidentiality, and professional discretion.
• Demonstrated leadership potential with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Fully bilingual in English and Spanish.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Relations, or a related discipline preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead employee relations investigations, providing recommendations for resolution, corrective actions, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Partner with managers to address attendance concerns, performance issues, disciplinary actions, and employee separations while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable labor laws.
• Analyze key HR metrics, including turnover, absenteeism, retention, employee relations cases, and engagement survey results, to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Develop, implement, and monitor action plans with business leaders to address workforce challenges and achieve organizational goals.
• Coordinate performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, calibration sessions, and performance improvement plans.
• Support talent review and succession planning initiatives by identifying talent risks, development opportunities, and retention strategies.
• Conduct job evaluations and provide recommendations related to compensation adjustments, promotions, organizational changes, and workforce planning activities.
• Ensure the consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and employment practices while maintaining compliance with Puerto Rico and Federal employment regulations.
• Lead HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives, influencing stakeholders through collaboration, data-driven decision making, and leadership without direct authority.
• Manage departmental budgets and monitor expenditures within assigned HR accounts.
• Provide administrative support to the Human Resources Department and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical and dental coverage that start on day one
• insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• educational assistance programs
• paid holidays
• paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
• family and medical leaves of absence
• paid parental leave
• commuting benefits
• the Employee Discount Program
• the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• childcare benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior