HR Business Partner

Job Description:

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced HR professional to be exposed to the full scope of HR functions in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll serve as a consultant to management on all employee relations issues and act as an employee champion and change agent.

Key Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the oversight and implementation of human resource functions for all employee groups (salaried, salaried non-exempt, and hourly). Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Employee Relations & Conflict Management
• Serve as a trusted advisor and consultant to management on all employee relations issues.
• Partner with supervisors and managers regarding employee relations issues.
• Facilitate conflict resolution and provide coaching and feedback to employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Conduct investigations and make recommendations regarding disciplinary actions and/or employee terminations.
• Manage all employee relations activities within client groups according to established guidelines and sound administrative practices.
• Organizational & Strategic Initiatives
• Drive strategic HR initiatives for the facility.
• Design and implement people solutions to address enterprise and functional strategies.
• Act as a change agent to further enhance organizational growth and development.
• Identify opportunities to modernize current HR processes within the facility and drive a new strategic HRBP model.
• Conduct research and develop/recommend solutions and process improvements on HR related projects, processes, and policies aligned to Client strategy, culture, and business practices.
• HR Generalist Functions
• Actively engage with both hourly employees and support staff throughout the facility, including the manufacturing floor.
• Complete daily walk-throughs to stay informed on business challenges/opportunities.
• Drive high participation in employee engagement surveys and annual enrollment sessions, and facilitate focus groups with the plant management team.
• Partner with the recruitment team to facilitate/coordinate hourly and salaried interviews, conduct onboarding, and new hire orientation.
• Provide a high level of customer service and HR visibility to all client groups, especially hourly teams.
• Support Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements as needed, including case management of work-related injuries.
• Actively participate and manage specific projects as determined in the annual HR plan and participate in functional and cross-functional initiatives.
• Partner with Legal on the creation of offer letters, separation agreements, and other documents.
  
  

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant HR experience (5-7 years of experience is preferred).
• Advanced communication skills that can be utilized in day-to-day interactions with all levels of the workforce.
• Experience managing conflict, project management & completion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Possess demonstrated problem-solving abilities along with strong time management & prioritization skills.
• Minimum travel of 25%.
  
  
  

We Also Value

• Advanced experience in HR law, compliance, and regulations.
• Familiarity with standard HR concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Strong customer-service orientation, organization, flexibility, attention to detail, and proactive attitude.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees and customers.
• Ability to recognize and handle sensitive or confidential information appropriately.
• Intermediate experience with HRIS systems, preferably Workday.