North America HR Coordinator: People & Payroll

Oxoid Remel Microbiology; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxoid Remel Microbiology, now under Astorg, seeks an HR Coordinator to deliver comprehensive HR support across North America. You will handle benefits enrollment, LOA and FMLA processes, payroll coordination, onboarding, and employee records while partnering with leadership and vendors to ensure compliant HR programs.

Ideal candidates will bring HR generalist/coordinator experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage confidential information in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Experience in HR Generalist/Coordinator/Specialist or similar role preferred.
• Knowledge of benefits administration, LOA, payroll processes, and employee lifecycle transactions.
• Knowledge of employment laws including FMLA, ADA, wage/hour requirements, and state/federal requirements.
• Ability to support HR programs across North America (US & Canada).
• Strong organizational, customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with HRIS, payroll, benefits, case management, or related HR systems preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide general HR guidance to employees and managers on policies and programs.
• Provide regional HR support across North America (US & Canada).
• Administer and support employee benefits enrollment and changes with vendors.
• Administer LOA processes (medical, personal, military, etc.).
• Coordinate FMLA requests and related leave requirements.
• Manage ADA accommodation processes and confidential documentation.
• Support payroll questions and liaise with payroll contacts.
• Assist with onboarding, orientation, and offboarding activities.
• Maintain accurate employee data and HR records with confidentiality.
• Support staffing activities: screening, interviews, pre-employment steps, coordination.
• Provide attendance/time-off/workforce support and resolve issues with managers.
• Ensure accurate records and compliant HR service delivery across the business.
• Support HR projects, audits, and training initiatives.

Skills

Benefits administration

LOA & FMLA

Payroll support

Employee support

Policy guidance

Employee relations

Onboarding

Recruiting support

HRIS data & reporting

Confidentiality

Customer service

Organization & prioritization

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in HR/Business

Job description

Oxoid Remel Microbiology, now under Astorg, seeks an HR Coordinator to deliver comprehensive HR support across North America. You will handle benefits enrollment, LOA and FMLA processes, payroll coordination, onboarding, and employee records while partnering with leadership and vendors to ensure compliant HR programs.

Ideal candidates will bring HR generalist/coordinator experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage confidential information in a fast-paced environment