HR Business Partner/Benefits Specialist

About the role

We are seeking a strategic and people-focused Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support our Boise operations. In this role, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor to leadership—aligning HR strategies with business goals while driving employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, and operational success.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with operational goals, productivity, quality, and safety.
• Provide coaching and guidance on employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and talent development.
• Analyze workforce metrics and trends to identify opportunities and recommend data-driven solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement of HR processes, policies, and programs.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, performance concerns, and policy interpretation.
• Coach leaders on goal setting (SMART goals), feedback delivery, and documentation.
• Conduct and support internal investigations, ensuring fair and compliant outcomes.
• Support the annual performance management cycle, including system administration and reporting.
• Manage job postings across platforms using Greenhouse ATS.
• Screen resumes, schedule interviews, and support hiring managers throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Conduct candidate interviews and provide hiring recommendations.
• Care for background checks, including employment verification and screenings.
• Facilitate onboarding, ensuring a seamless new hire experience and accurate HRIS data management (ADP Workforce Now).
• Oversee offboarding processes, including exit interviews, benefits coordination, and system updates.
• Maintain employee records and ensure data integrity across HR systems.
• Support payroll and HR operational compliance.
• Manage LOA programs (FMLA, CFRA, PDL, Workers’ Compensation), including tracking, documentation, and communication.
• Oversee workers’ compensation claims administration and return-to-work programs.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and manage reporting requirements (including OSHA 300 logs).
• Support audits and annual reporting, including salary forecasting by class code.
• Support benefits enrollment, life event changes, and open enrollment processes.
• Maintain accurate HRIS data and coordinate with benefit carriers.
• Reconcile benefit invoices and resolve discrepancies.
• Administer 401(k) plans, including employee inquiries and annual reporting.
• Promote a culture of safety and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in safety committees and maintain compliance training records.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, Texas regulations).
• Identify training needs and recommend development programs.
• Coordinate learning initiatives, including compliance and professional development training.
• Support internal communications, leadership meetings, and employee engagement activities.
• Foster a positive and inclusive employee experience.
• Provide direct supervision to one HR team member.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, coaching, performance management, and development efforts.
• Address employee concerns and administer corrective actions as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, employee relations, and HR best practices.
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environments preferred.

Qualifications

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certifications (preferred).
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now and Greenhouse ATS.
• Technical skills in HRIS systems and employee data management.
• Workforce analytics and reporting.
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into action.
• Skilled in conflict resolution and facilitating productive outcomes.

Benefits

• $85,000.00-$100,000.00/yr
• 11 paid holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off — accrue up to 4 weeks per year
• Excellent Benefits Package starting the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment, including:
• Medical, Dental & Vision (including orthodontics)
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental options
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, MetLife Hyatt Legal
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 annually
• Employee Assistance Program