What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Business Partner position at Vertiv?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is an individual contributor role based in Ironton, Ohio, supporting a non-union manufacturing environment. This position provides hands-on HR support to both employees and leadership, with a focus on recruiting, employee relations, customer service, engagement event planning, administrative tasks, and basic investigations. The HRBP is a visible and approachable presence, fostering a positive and responsive workplace culture through regular interaction and support.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage full-cycle recruiting and onboarding for hourly roles including posting positions, scheduling interviews, and supporting the onboarding process.
- Serve as a daily HR contact for employees and supervisors.
- Conduct basic investigations such as attendance reviews.
- Support performance management and corrective actions.
- Maintain an open-door policy to provide employee-facing HR support with high responsiveness.
- Plan and execute employee engagement events and celebrations.
- Maintain HR records, ensure compliance with internal policies and labor regulations, and assist with reporting metrics related to workforce data.
- Manage attendance program and coordinate with centers of excellence to do benefits education, leave management and accommodation requests.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and employment laws.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
- 3 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in manufacturing.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality and discretion.
- Knowledge of HR policies, employment laws, and best practices.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Experience with Oracle HCM, Taleo, TCP, Smartsheet, Excel, and Word preferred.
- Familiarity with manufacturing operations, safety standards, and production processes preferred.
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
- Frequent walking and standing in an office and a manufacturing environment.
- Extended periods of sitting or standing at a computer.
- Exposure to varying temperatures and noise levels while on the production floor.
- Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety protocols while on the production floor.
- Work conducted in both office and production floor settings.
TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED
- Under 5%
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
• High-Performance Culture• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
VERTIV BEHAVIORS
- Own it
- Act with urgency
- Foster a customer-first mindset
- Think big and execute
- Lead by example
- Drive continuous improvement
- Learn and seek out development
- Promote transparent & open communication
About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com.