What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Business Partner position at Weyerhaeuser?
We are looking for an HR Business Partner to join our Lumber Mill located in Idabel, OK. This position reports to the Mid-South Lumber Human Resources Business Lead with strong dotted-line responsibility to the Mill Manager. As a strategic partner, the Human Resources Business Partner is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the human resources systems at the Idabel operations. This position focuses on meeting business performance objectives through effective HR planning, development, coaching, and problem solving.
Key Functions:
- Serve as a member of the lead team promoting the safety and well-being of all the associates in the manufacturing facility
- Providing direct HR support and consultation
- Role model Weyerhaeuser Key Values including Safety, Integrity, Citizenship, Sustainability, and Inclusion
- Strategic business partner to the Idabel leadership team as well as the broader HR team
- Provide top-quality coaching, consultations, and solutions in all areas of HR, including employee relations, talent management, and leadership training
- Work closely with management and the employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention
- Partner with site leaders to develop strategic workforce plans to meet current and future talent needs
- Partner with local community high schools, colleges, and universities to create pipelines of future talent
- Administer and provide guidance on compensation review/planning and performance management processes
- Partner with leaders to develop and implement diversity and inclusion strategies
- Responsible for salaried and hourly staffing functions (including sourcing, recruiting, retention, and on-boarding process)
- Promote and encourage innovative thoughts and ideas
- Analyze trends and metrics to develop solutions and programs
- Ensure site compliance with state and federal laws
- Participate in business-wide HR initiatives and continuous improvement projects
Our Investment in You:
- Clear and transparent career development
- Annual bonuses via participation in our Annual Incentive Plan
- Paid vacation, paid parental leave, health benefits, 401K matching and retirement plan contributions
- At least three (3) years of previous HR leadership experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
- High degree of integrity and strong work ethic
- Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and credibly
- Strong computer skills and proficiency in HR systems
- Results oriented; sense of urgency in responding to business needs, with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Self-starting individual who possesses resiliency and adaptability to solve problems
- Ability to discern priorities and remain organized as business needs evolve
- Critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills and possesses the courage to intervene
- Acts with urgency. Strives for simplicity and exercises sound judgement
- Excellent planning and organizational skills, including project and time management
- Ability to thrive in an office and manufacturing environment
- Ability to travel 10% of the time to other locations, including some overnight travel and flow to work as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Human Resources or related fields
- PHR or HR Certification
Location:
This role will be on-site at the Idabel lumber mill in Idabel, OK.
About Wood Products:
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.
About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.
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