Blanca Oconnor
Head of HR - US
- Role
- Head of HR - Us at PolyPeptide Group
- Location
- Torrance, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Blanca Oconnor
15+ years of experience in all aspects of human resources, including: organizational development, compensation, employee engagement and retention, recruiting, performance management, leave management, compensation, benefits administration, coaching, staff development and training• Experience supporting employees in several states• Ability to use creativity, strategic thinking, collaboration, and analysis to resolve complex business and HR challenges• Proven success in leading change, leading project schedules and managing projects• Experience preparing and delivering training based on a needs assessment plus legally required programs• Experience working with administrative departments and senior executives at the corporate level• Trusted business partner willing to challenge assumptions and take initiative• Demonstrated bias toward action, with a focus on getting things done• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization, work independently and manage projects from implementation to conclusion.
Experience
Head of HR - Us
Dec 2024 — Present · Torrance, CA, US
As the Head of HR at PolyPeptide, a pharmaceutical CDMO, I am responsible for leading the human resources strategy to support business growth and operational excellence across our U.S. operations. My role involves overseeing talent management, employee relations, workforce planning, compliance, compensation & benefits, and organizational development to ensure we attract, develop, and retain top talent.My key responsibilities include:Partnering with senior leadership to align HR initiatives with business goals.Driving recruitment, retention, and leadership development strategies.Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and labor laws.Fostering a strong company culture, employee engagement, and DE & I initiatives.Managing workforce planning and performance management programs.Leading HR projects to enhance organizational effectiveness.In this role, I play a critical part in building a high-performing workforce, strengthening our HR infrastructure, and supporting PolyPeptide’s mission in the pharmaceutical industry.
Education
San Diego State University
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
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