Assistant Human Resources Manager

Assistant Human Resources Manager
Location: Columbia, MD
Salary: $96,000 - $98,000 per year

Who are we?

Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world. Ground-breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimazu's outstanding reputation and "Excellence in Science." People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu's continued growth and success. Would YOU like to join a diverse team of professionals working together with researchers, scientists and manufacturers to help better lives worldwide?

What can Shimadzu offer YOU?

• Our Culture - A work environment that values diversity, inclusion & belonging
• Competitive Compensation - Day 1 Benefits & Competitive Salary
• Retirement Benefits - Matching 401K & Profit-Sharing Program
• Professional Growth - Clear pathways for Career, Leadership and Personal Development
• Health Benefits - Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
• Work-Life Balance - Generous & Front-Loaded Paid Time Off Plan
• Education - Tuition Assistance Program for both graduate and undergraduate levels
• Insurance Perks - Pet Insurance, optional Identity theft, legal pre-paid and critical care buy-up insurance benefits, generous company paid life insurance & short-term disability programs
• Work Flexibility - Business casual Dress Attire & casual (jeans) Friday!
• Employee Engagement - Employee Resource Groups to network, build a sense of community and enhance one's career and personal development

Position Summary:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is seeking an Assistant Human Resources Manager to support and strengthen our HR operations and people strategy. This role is ideal for a HR professional who brings a strong background in employee relations, compliance, and HR team leadership. You will partner closely with department leaders to guide employee interactions, lead investigations, and ensure consistency in HR practices across multiple states. This is a hands-on, highly trusted position that blends HR operations with strategic influence across the business.

JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Supervise day-to-day operations of the HR team and provide guidance on escalated issues.
• Manage employee relations matters, including investigations, grievance procedures, and corrective actions.
• Ensure HR compliance with federal/state regulations (EEO-1, VETS-4212, OFCCP, OSHA 300A, etc.).
• Partner with senior HR leadership to coach managers and deliver consistent performance management strategies.
• Oversee policy updates, handbook revisions, and internal communication on HR procedures.
• Analyze workforce trends, engagement data, and feedback to drive cultural improvements.
• Lead documentation of investigations, performance issues, and ethics concerns with discretion and accuracy.
• Support the administration of benefits, LOA, recognition programs, and HRIS accuracy.
• Plan and coordinate employee engagement events and morale initiatives.
• Act as a key advisor on compliance issues, regulatory risk, and employee experience.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years in employee relations.
• Experience supporting multi-state teams and navigating regional labor laws.
• Previous management or supervisory experience required.
• Strong understanding of federal labor laws, compliance reporting, and HR investigations.
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP preferred.
• Ability to navigate sensitive topics with professionalism, fairness, and clarity.

At Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, we believe in providing structured career paths that recognize and reward talent. If your expertise surpasses the level specified in the listed position, we offer the flexibility to upgrade positions to better suit your qualifications accompanied by a salary adjustment.

Compensation & Benefits:

This full-time, exempt position comes with a comprehensive benefits package. In your first year, you will receive 10 paid vacation days, 8 paid personal days, 8 paid scheduled holidays and 3 paid floating holidays (Residents of California and Puerto Rico will receive state-mandated sick leave instead of personal days). After one year of employment, you will also be eligible for a generous short-term disability program with the company covering 100% of monthly premiums.

The starting salary range for this role is $96,000 to $98,000 annually, paid semi-monthly. Additional variable compensation may include a discretionary year-end bonus based on overall company performance.

For more details on benefits, please visit www.ssi.shimadzu.com/jobs.

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EEO Statement:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please click here.

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Thought Provoking - Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Bachelors of Human Resource Administration (required)

SPHR (preferred)
PHR (preferred)
SHRM-SCP (preferred)
SHRM-CP (preferred)