Human Resources Generalist (Contract)

Lexington Medical - Bedford, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Bedford, MA

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

Lexington Medical is a medical device manufacturer located in the Boston area, specializing in minimally invasive surgical stapling solutions. Our unique customer-centric approach to engineering has allowed us to be agile and responsive to the stapling market. We pride ourselves on our ability to produce a diverse range of devices and proprietary technology that cater to the needs of leading surgeons and their patients. As we continue to grow, we are committed to attracting talented individuals who are dedicated to delivering innovation and excellence in their work. Our culture is talent-dense, fostering continuous growth and achievement both personally and organizationally. We are currently experiencing rapid growth and have aggressive hiring plans for the future. In this role as a Human Resources Generalist, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day HR needs of employees and the organization while also driving long-term HR strategies that align with our business goals. This position is a temporary, contract role that requires a proactive approach to translating business objectives into effective HR solutions. You will act as a point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns, administer employee benefits programs, manage various HR processes, and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations. Additionally, you will maintain HR records, prepare HR metrics and reports, and collaborate with leadership to reinforce our company culture and values. Your contributions will directly impact the employee experience and support our continued success in a time of accelerating growth.

Responsibilities

• Act as a point of contact for employee HR inquiries and employment concerns, providing guidance and support.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other company offerings.
• Manage leaves, onboarding and offboarding, terminations, and other HR programs that support employee development, team cohesion, and retention.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain and update HR records, policies, and procedures as needed to reflect changes in legislation and company policy.
• Prepare and analyze HR metrics and reports to provide insights and support decision-making.
• Drive and maintain HRIS excellence through administration, optimization, and project management.
• Collaborate with leadership to reinforce company culture while acting as an ambassador ensuring our core values and mission are integrated into all things HR.
• Support event planning and employee recognition programs.
• Evaluate, iterate, and support HR programming and projects to drive the best experience through excellent communication, training, and administration.
• Collaborate with the recruiting team to support ad-hoc needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2+ years of HR generalist experience.
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in HRIS and other HR-related software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.