Human Resources (HR) Director - Cosmetics & Skincare

• Strategic HR Leadership

• Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals and organizational growth.
• Lead workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational design initiatives to support the evolving needs of the industry.
• Lead initiatives that foster innovation, creativity, and collaboration while strengthening the company’s employer brand through a strong culture and employee experience.
• Compliance & Policy Maintenance

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws as well as industry-specific standards.
• Maintain and update HR policies, employee handbooks, and workplace practices to reflect current regulations and best practices.
• Participate in internal and external audits to ensure HR compliance.
• Oversee HR records management, including sensitive employee documentation.
• Employee Relations & Engagement

• Serve as a primary resource for employee relations matters, including disputes, grievances, legal cases, disciplinary actions, offboarding, and exit interviews.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees to ensure fair and consistent resolution of workplace concerns.
• Drive employee engagement and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Handle unemployment insurance (UI) claims, including response preparation, documentation, and representation as needed.
• Talent Acquisition & Retention

• Oversee recruitment and selection strategies to attract and retain top talent across corporate, retail, and manufacturing roles.
• Partner with hiring managers to develop strong pipelines of candidates in alignment with business needs.
• Compensation, Performance Management & Development

• Serve the annual performance review cycle, including goal setting, performance appraisals, and merit increases.
• Partner with Finance to manage HR budgets, salary benchmarking, and merit increase allocation.
• Oversee compensation programs to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Design and implement leadership development, training, and career progression programs.
• Safety & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and monitor workplace health and safety programs in compliance with OSHA standards and company policies (e.g., PPE requirements).
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and training programs.
• Manage incident reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Partner with management to reduce workplace hazards and foster a safety-first culture.
• Prepare and submit required federal and state compliance reports (e.g., OSHA 301, EEO reporting).
• Manage the full cycle of workers’ compensation claims, including filing, follow-up, and case management, plan renewal.
• Serve as liaison with insurance carriers, medical providers, and employees to ensure proper claim handling.
• Track and report workers’ comp metrics and trends.
• General Affairs

• Oversee administrative and facilities-related operations, including office management, supplies, and vendor coordination, to support daily business activities.
• Manage commercial insurance policies and cases related to workplace incidents and liabilities, including claims management, coordination with insurance carriers for audits and claims resolution, and annual plan renewals.
• Maintain accurate records of insurance policies and claims.
• Coordinate event logistics and provide support for company events, as needed.
• Assist with HR projects, reporting, and compliance audits as needed.

• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Safety Management, or a related field required.
• Knowledge of federal and state labor regulations, and workplace safety standards.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to effectively communicate across diverse teams and with senior leadership.
• High degree of confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems.
• Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English required.

• Proven experience in HR, including employee relations, workplace safety, compensation & benefits.
• Preferably work experience in the cosmetics or manufacturing industry.
• Master’s degree or HR certification (SHRM-SCP, PHR) is a plus.
• Preferred OSHA certification (e.g., OSHA 10 or OSHA 30).

• Ability to work in a fast-paced office and manufacturing environment, with occasional visits between the Totowa (main office) and Wayne warehouse facility.
• Must be able to walk manufacturing floors, conduct audits, and participate in safety inspections.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k match
• PTO

Englewood Lab, Inc.