Job Description

Requisition ID: 64581 Title: Associate Employee Relations Specialist - Pendleton Division: Arthrex Manufacturing Inc (US02) Location: Pendleton, SC

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. The Human Resources department is actively seeking an Associate Employee Relations Specialist for the manufacturing facility in Pendleton, SC. This role involves a blend of administrative responsibilities, metric-driven reporting, and foundational human resources support. Key duties include managing day-to-day office tasks, preparing and analyzing reports, assisting with HR processes such as onboarding and record maintenance, and fostering positive employee relations to ensure a collaborative work environment. A bachelor’s degree is required. Experience with an internship in Human Resources is strongly preferred. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advises employees and management on the interpretation of personnel policies, programs and procedures of the company’s Employee Resource Guide.
• Provides feedback and information to the HR Manager, Sr. Employee Relations Specialist, Employee Relations Specialist and Sr. HR Generalist regarding daily HR issues presented by employees.
• With supervisory mentoring, may lead or assist with Employee relations investigations and resolution of employee issues.
• Assists managers with the content of annual performance evaluations.
• Responsible for site HR files maintenance. Assists with training and regulatory audits as needed.
• Supports training as necessary (On-boarding, HR software user training, annual compliance) to support the HR Manager, Sr. Employee Relations Specialist, Employee Relations Specialist and Corporate Trainer.
• Will work with managers and employees to resolve diverse employee relations issues such as harassment, discrimination etc.
• Supports and facilitates organizational change by seeking and developing ways for the teams to be more effective.
• Monitors documents used to evaluate, correct and enhance job performance and other workplace behaviors, assuring overall fairness and consistency, and meeting business requirements.
• Performs other HR duties as needed including special projects as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• HR related degree or successful completion of an HR related internship strongly preferred.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Honesty, integrity, and strong knowledge of HR principles and employee relation skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines.
• Organized and prompt follow up skills necessary.
• Ability to handle confidential information is essential.
• Strong business technical writing skills and excellent communication/people skills.
• Ability to speak with employees at all levels within organization.

Technical Skills:

• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Experience with SAP is a plus.

Arthrex Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer PTO
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.