HR Associate - Eurofins Cosmetics & Personal Care, Inc.

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

The HR Associate serves as the key liaison between the local business unit and the corporate HR team, ensuring smooth communication and alignment on human resources activities. This role supports the full employee lifecycle, with a strong focus on recruitment coordination, onboarding, training support, and basic employee relations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of contact between the local site and corporate HR for all HR-related matters.
• Assist in the full cycle recruitment process: sourcing candidates, scheduling interviews, and coordinating background checks.
• Facilitate new employee onboarding, ensuring all documentation, training materials, and orientation sessions are completed accurately and timely.
• Maintain and update employee training binders and track training completion for compliance and development purposes.
• Assist in performance management processes and documentation
• Assist with basic employee relations matters by documenting concerns, escalating issues as needed, and providing basic general support to employees and managers.
• Assist in organizing and supporting internal HR initiatives such as employee engagement events, recognition programs, and training sessions.
• Coordinate the offboarding process, including exit interview scheduling, retrieval of company assets, deactivation of system access, and ensuring proper documentation is completed.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian labor laws and regulations
• Participate in special HR projects and initiatives as assigned.

• University or College Degree/Diploma in Human Resources.
• 1–3 years of experience in an HR support or coordination role.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge of Canadian labor laws and HR best practices
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and staying current with HR trends
• High attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

WORKING CONDITIONS: This HR Associate role is based onsite at a regulated testing laboratory, serving as the main point of contact between the local lab operations and the corporate HR team. The position involves direct interaction with lab staff and management to support the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment to offboarding, while ensuring alignment with corporate HR policies. The role will be office-based, with occasional visits to the laboratory for HR-related tasks. The lab environment may involve exposure to chemicals, laboratory equipment, and safety protocols.

At Eurofins we offer excellent full-time benefits including health & dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with 3% company match, paid holidays, paid time off.

Accommodation: Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request via the website at www.eurofins.ca.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received international recognition as a great place to work. To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website at www.eurofins.ca

We thank all applicants within commuting distance of GTA, Ontario for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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