What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Business Partner position at WE Soda USA?
At WE Soda, we believe you are the most important asset. We are taking steps to attract and retain talented and motivated salaried entry-level and experienced individuals. Come utilize your skills and contribute to our continued success. Your new rewarding career begins here!
WE Soda is the world’s largest and most sustainable producer of soda ash, with operations in Turkey and two US-based facilities, located in Green River, Wyoming. At WE Soda, we strive to be the global leader in safe, sustainable, and innovative soda ash solutions, inspiring progress and creating a lasting positive impact for our industry and communities.
Why Join WE Soda?
Location: Green River, WY
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will serve as a strategic consultant to various areas of the business.
You will be the primary point of contact for Employee Relations (ER) and Labor Relations (LR), ensuring that operational decisions align with both the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and the organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities
WE Soda is the world’s largest and most sustainable producer of soda ash, with operations in Turkey and two US-based facilities, located in Green River, Wyoming. At WE Soda, we strive to be the global leader in safe, sustainable, and innovative soda ash solutions, inspiring progress and creating a lasting positive impact for our industry and communities.
Why Join WE Soda?
- Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Medical, Dental, Life & Disability Insurance, Vision, Flexible Spending (Medical and Dependent Care) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Pre-paid Legal, beginning first day of employment: company funds a portion of HSA contribution if eligibility is met.
- 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan for salaried employees, the company makes Safe Harbor matching contributions (fully vested immediately) of 100% up to the first 5% of eligible pay you contribute.
- Tuition reimbursement programs are available to qualifying employees for approved programs.
- Paid time off based on years of service with potential credit given for previous work experience.
- Company-paid transportation available for our Wyoming-based employees to our plants from Green River, Rock Springs, and Bridger Valley.
- Flexible work schedule (may be available and will vary based on location and/or position).
- Relocation assistance may be available based on position.
Location: Green River, WY
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will serve as a strategic consultant to various areas of the business.
You will be the primary point of contact for Employee Relations (ER) and Labor Relations (LR), ensuring that operational decisions align with both the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and the organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Labor Relations & CBA Administration
- Contract Interpretation: Act as the onsite expert for the Collective Bargaining Agreement, advising supervisors on a variety of subjects including but not limited to, work rules, bidding, and overtime equalization with the intent to reduce grievances.
- Grievance Management: Lead grievance meetings; investigate claims, facilitate resolutions, and partner with legal / Labor Relations Management for arbitrations.
- Union Partnership: Maintain a professional, productive relationship with Union Stewards and leadership to resolve issues proactively, and consistently, before they escalate.
- Employee Relations & Advocacy
- Conflict Resolution: Mediate interpersonal disputes between employees or between staff and management to maintain a stable working environment.
- Investigations: Lead internal investigations into allegations of harassment, discrimination, or policy violations, ensuring due process and detailed documentation.
- Performance Coaching: Coach front-line supervisors on delivering feedback, managing "difficult" conversations, and executing the progressive discipline process fairly.
- Strategic Workforce Planning
- Training: Partner with HR leadership to create and facilitate trainings on a variety of topics to support all levels of the workforce.
- Succession Planning: Identify high-potential employees for "Step-Up" lead roles and management tracks to ensure operational continuity.
- HR Metrics: Assist in providing data regarding the workforce related to retention, areas of risk, policy / procedure improvements etc.
- Change Management: Support the workforce through operational shifts, such as new technology implementation or changes in mining schedules.
- Experience: 5 years of HR experience, with 2 years in a unionized industrial environment preferred.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in HR, Industrial Relations, or Business strongly preferred. Understanding of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) regulations and state specific labor laws, strongly preferred.
- Labor Savvy: Proven track record of managing grievances and participating in contract negotiations or administration.
- Additional Skills: Professional communication, demonstration of sound situational judgement and composure, and the ability to gain credibility by working collaboratively and influencing.