HR Business Partner

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities

• HR Excellence: Ensure that all standard work is followed on a consistent and accurate basis throughout the year, so customers have consistent support.
  • Research, ask questions and clarify processes to understand standard work and confirm items are being handled appropriately.
  • Work towards zero customer disappointment by meeting deadlines for all project work.
  • Provide timely communication responses to support business objectives.
  • Know the business being served at a deep level; this requires constant engagement with the management team including attending and participating in all elements of staff meetings and leadership team meetings.
  • Respond quickly and with sound business acumen to shifting priorities based on business need.
  • Provide clear, well organized and accurate information to the business regarding all Corporate Human Resource initiatives (Merit Planning, Organizational Reviews, Promotional Processes, Year End Calibration, Open Enrollment etc.)
  • Organize Skip Levels with associates.
  • Organize themes from the Skip Levels and present to leadership so the voice of the associate is understood through all levels of the leadership team.
  • Coach Leaders in addressing associate concerns as appropriate. Goal is 1 Skip Level per associate per year.
  • Congduct Exit Interviews for each voluntary departing associate; report back on the individual feedback and build themes for collective feedback we are receiving from departing associates.
  • Utilize this as one tool in understanding the VOA.
  • Collaborate with business leaders on the creation and implementation of HR strategies and solutions that support the short- and long-term business objectives.
  • Investigate associate issues and complaints in a timely, professional manner; respond to and resolve issues as appropriate. Provide the management team with appropriate advice and counsel on associate issues.
  • Drive performance management, not just on an annual basis but throughout the year by coaching management team on appropriate goal setting, coaching, and feedback.
  • Participate in the annual Affirmative Action Planning compensation and position analysis. Understand and explain outliers to the leadership team and recommend corrections as appropriate.

Recruiting and Onboarding

• Monitor the labor needs from the labor planning meetings and execute the recruitment processes for the service group.
• Communicate the recruiting and staffing updates to the business.
• Participate in the interview process for key positions.
• Facilitate new leaders in “New Leader Assimilation/On-Boarding” so their new roles are off to a successful start.
• Follow standard work to make sure all steps are completed including the On Boarding Competency orientation process for office associates.
• Partner with site leadership to create relevant onboarding plans for associates and ensure associates are aware of required onboarding courses.

Workforce and Leadership Development

• Actively manage the Talent Review process by understanding the standard work, deadlines and communication pieces from the corporate team.
• Deliver the expectations in a clear and concise manner to the management teams and follow up on all relevant deadlines.
• Create value for the leadership team by strategically facilitating the annual Local Organizational Review.
• Assist in challenging though processes, leadership development plans and exit strategies for associates.
• Conduct regular follow up with line leadership to advance development plans and address any outstanding actions from local talent reviews.
• Support the development of an appropriate workforce plan that identifies and responds to gaps in the current workforce.
• Partner with T&D specialists to understand the skill gaps and strengths of the hourly workforce.
• Partner with leadership on development plans to advance associates skill gaps and levels.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is required.
• 3+ years of human resources experience.

Skills

• Strong computer software skills (i.e. MS Office, Org Plus, etc.).
• Interviewing, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Must be able to resolve conflict and manage relationships.
• Exceptional customer service, sense of urgency, and detailed orientation is required.
• Broad organizational knowledge is preferred.

Competencies

• Effective Communications
• Influence
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Collaboration

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

• Working conditions associated with normal office environment.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment (e.g., computer, telephone, copier, printer, etc.).
• Ability to effectively communicate in both small and large groups and settings.
• Ability to traverse between multiple locations in Ohio and Pennsylvania as needed.
• Occasional domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Total Rewards

Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.

Application

To apply: Click ‘Apply Now’ to the role of interest, upload your resume and complete the application. Those that match our qualifications will be contacted to schedule a phone interview.