Human Resources Business Partner

ABOUT US

HirexHire (pronounced hire by hire) is a Chicago-based recruiting and talent consultancy that integrates with companies short-term to provide long-term talent solutions. We take a seat in our client’s everyday operations to understand their people goals, gaps, and challenges. We then develop and implement the processes and technologies to execute a sustainable and scalable talent plan.

We partner with companies expecting or experiencing high growth which need to hire at scale or fill a critical role rapidly. Our clients are not looking for quick-fix placements but are thoughtfully building a hiring strategy to scale their businesses.

OUR CLIENT 

Location: (HQ: Chicago, IL) Centreville, Maryland

Industry: Consumer Staple Products, Cannabis

Company Size: 4,000 Employees

What They Do: Our client in the cannabis industry currently operates in a quarter of the country with double-digit retail locations and a triple-digit growth rate making them one of the fastest-growing companies in North America. As they avidly tackle nationwide development with cultivation facilities, dispensaries, and their headquarters in Chicago – the demand to fill their teams is at an all-time high.

THE ROLE

Our client is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support a production facility and serve as a key member of the People Team. This role partners closely with site leadership to align business objectives with HR strategy, driving scalable growth and strong organizational performance. The HRBP will execute core HR programs, advise leaders on talent and employee relations, and help build a high-performing, engaged workforce. This is a full-time, on-site position in a fast-paced production environment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Partner with site leadership to align HR strategy with business goals and operational needs.

• Identify talent gaps and implement solutions across performance management, succession planning, and development.

• Drive employee engagement initiatives and support culture-building efforts across the site.

• Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters, including conducting investigations and recommending outcomes.

• Support and lead change management initiatives, including communication planning and risk mitigation.

• Develop, implement, and scale HR programs, policies, and processes.

• Build strong cross-functional relationships with leadership and internal People Team partners.

• Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and leave administration processes.

• Partner with Centers of Excellence including Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and Employee Relations on key initiatives.

• Manage site-level HR operations such as onboarding, employee data updates, and administrative processes.

WHAT YOU WILL LIKELY NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.

• 7 years of HR Business Partner experience in a strategic and hands-on capacity.

• Experience supporting production, distribution, or high-growth environments.

• Experience working with large hourly employee populations.

• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices.

• Proven ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of an organization.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to balance strategic thinking with tactical execution and administrative responsibilities.

• Demonstrated experience supporting organizational change, restructuring, or growth initiatives.

• Experience in union environments is strongly preferred.

• HR certifications such as SPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP are a plus.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and state ID

• Must be able to pass a background check and obtain required state badging

• Must be able to work on-site in a production environment with exposure to allergens

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform repetitive physical tasks as needed

• Must comply with all safety, PPE, and regulatory requirements in the facility