Human Resources Business Partner

We are seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to join the senior leadership team of a 200 employee manufacturing operation in the greater Tallapoosa, GA area. This role is both strategic and hands-on, and will be working closely with executives, plant leadership, and employees to support business growth, operational effectiveness, and a safe, engaging workplace.

What You’ll Do

Employee Relations & Culture

• Provide guidance on leadership development, performance management, compliance, staffing, compensation, and organizational development.
• Elevate communication, drive succession planning, and strengthen community and cultural engagement.
• Partner with HR and functional leaders across sister companies to align processes and share best practices.

Talent Acquisition & Development

• Deliver outstanding support in workforce planning, hiring, and onboarding.
• Enhance onboarding programs to ensure smooth integration into company culture.
• Lead annual talent reviews, succession planning, and employee development programs.

Leadership & Operational Support

• Advise leaders and team members at all levels to improve performance and build leadership capability.
• Participate in weekly leadership meetings, monthly business reviews, and annual strategic planning.

Employee Support & Safety

• Serve as a trusted resource for employees on workplace and personal matters.
• Regularly collaborate with plant leadership on safety initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Help implement proactive safety metrics and practices.

Compliance & HR Operations

• Oversee employee records and ensure compliance across unemployment, workers’ compensation, EEO, OSHA, ADA, and FMLA.
• Create, maintain, and enforce HR policies and procedures.

Benefits & Wellness

• Lead administration of benefits, wellness programs, and annual budgeting.
• Work with providers to optimize employee participation and cost-effective solutions.

Organizational Development & Reporting

• Drive organizational planning and development initiatives.
• Develop weekly/monthly HR reporting with leadership.
• Support employee communication and company-wide messaging, including town halls.
• Track KPIs, productivity, and HR service quality; implement improvements.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field (PHR/SPHR preferred).
• 10 years of HR experience, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Hands-on experience across employee relations, performance management, compliance, staffing, compensation, and benefits.
• Self-directed, organized, and able to thrive in a high-velocity environment.
• Excellent communication skills—capable of mentoring, motivating, and aligning teams.
• Commitment to organizational change, diversity, and continuous improvement.
• Proven leadership in driving accountability, leveraging team strengths, and supporting business-critical objectives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation abilities.

Why This Opportunity

Join a values-driven organization with a long history of innovation, a strong operational footprint, and a larger network committed to making the world safer and more productive. This is a chance to influence culture, shape strategy, and make a measurable impact on a growing business.