HR Representative
Company: Werfen
Role summary
HR Representative is a full-time role at Werfen in Bedford, Massachusetts, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-20. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- HR Representative
- Company
- Werfen
- Location
- Bedford, Massachusetts, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Healthcare Support
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-10-20
Joining Werfen offers a great opportunity to support a global leader in medical diagnostics while working in a stable, established environment. You’ll be a key part of the team helping to manage human resources for a company that plays a vital role in hospital operations and clinical research.
Job description
Overview
Werfen
Werfen, founded in 1966, is a worldwide developer, manufacturer and distributor of specialized diagnostic instruments, related reagents, automation workcells, and data management solutions for use primarily in hospitals and independent clinical laboratories. The Company’s business lines include Hemostasis, Acute Care, and Autoimmunity diagnostics, as well as Original Equipment Manufacturing. Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.
Our North American Commercial Operations, as well as our Headquarters and Technology Center for Hemostasis and Acute Care Diagnostics, are based in Bedford, MA. Our Headquarters and Technology Center for Autoimmunity Diagnostics is based in San Diego, CA. Additionally, our Technology Center for Hemostasis and Blood Gas Reagents is in Orangeburg, NY, and our Technology Center for Whole Blood Hemostasis is in San Diego, CA.
Job Summary
This position is primarily responsible for the administration of Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) for Werfen North America with a key focus on ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities
Responsible for administration of HR Information Systems including maintenance of employee records, ensuring accurate data transfers across HR systems, and ensuring data integrity. Manages system upgrades and related implementations in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.
Coordinates and manages administration of the Performance Management (PM) system including timely entry of new employee information ensuring data accuracy and completeness. Designs processes and workflows, including organizing PM calendars, and reporting on system activities.
Creates and provides training to managers on HR and PM systems
Provides reports and analytics on census, turnover, new hires, promotions, in addition to other metrics to HRBPs and leadership as requested
Partners with Talent Acquisition and Benefits teams for new hire onboarding, background checks, unemployment claims and off-boarding activities
Coordinates HR related activities for employee credentialling as required
Partners with Talent Acquisition to assist with offer letters and onboarding activities as needed.
Provides employee documentation as needed for employment verifications, background checks, etc.
Maintains office supplies and equipment, processing invoices as needed
Orders and maintains IT assets for Bedford HR department.
Provides support o HR leadership for internal and external department audits
Assists with information and data requests from Legal as requested.
Act as main point of contact for employees entering HR department. Fields questions and provides accurate information or directs employees to appropriate resources.
Manages various programs and projects as needed, which may include internal and external scholarship programs, coordinating employee events, and other activities
Other duties and projects as assigned
Networking/Key Relationships
Bedford facility employees
US HR Team
Payroll
IT
Other departments as necessary
Qualifications
Minimum Knowledge & Experience Pequired for the Position:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related discipline. Equivalent work experience will be considered.
Prior experience working in an HR support/generalist capacity required.
Experience with HRIS systems and system reporting required
Knowledge of the following systems is desired: ADP, SAP, SABA, iCIMS
Demonstrated project management and independent problem-solving ability required
HR certification preferred
Management has the discretion of substituting relevant work experience for a degree and/or making exceptions to the years of experience requirement.
Skills & Capabilities:
Adept with using web based operating systems, Microsoft Office, and similar technology applications.
Advanced skills in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word with ability to provide concise and compelling data analytics
Self-motivated with the ability to problem solve complex processes
Able to work well with all levels of employees, strong communication skills.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and effectively manage time commitments
Team oriented, flexible, high initiative, highly independent, able to work in fast paced environment.
Experienced with vendor management
Strong focus on positive customer service and ability to assist and direct employee inquires to the appropriate resources within HR
Travel Requirements: N/A
Werfen appreciates and values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V
We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 5,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.
www.werfen.com