Human Recourses Business Partner

About the role

We are seeking a passionate and ambitious Human Resources Business Partner to provide HR support to specific business units/departments. This role collaborates closely with management teams to align HR strategies with overall business objectives, primarily supporting our Plant Operations team and a non-exempt workforce.

Responsibilities

• Business Partnership (25%):
  • Partner with business leaders to identify HR needs and develop effective solutions.
  • Implement HR programs and initiatives including talent management, employee engagement, performance management, and succession planning.
  • Coach and mentor employees to support their professional development.
  • Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices to managers and employees.
  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day employee management to reduce legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Partner with the legal department as needed.
  • Act as a change agent through process design and approaches that support transformation.
  • Conduct regular visits to partnered plant locations.
  • Partner with hiring managers to interview candidates for open positions.
• Employee Relations (30%):
  • Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity, engagement, and retention.
  • Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, including conflict resolution.
  • Conduct and document employee investigations.
  • Conduct new hire check-in meetings to gather feedback from employees and management.
  • Manage the employee off-boarding process, including exit interviews and termination meetings.
  • Document disciplinary actions for policy, procedure, and conduct violations.
  • Organize employee events and activities.
• Performance and Talent Development (30%):
  • Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development).
  • Partner with the Learning and Development team and managers to develop Individual Development Plans.
  • Work with managers to address performance concerns through the Performance Coaching Plan process.
  • Manage the internal applicant process for assigned groups, reviewing candidates’ skills, aptitude, and experience.
  • Coordinate communications with internal candidates and ensure excellent candidate care throughout the recruiting process.
  • Manage the Disciplinary Points program, including auditing reports and working with the team to implement system enhancements and procedure improvements.
  • Ensure accuracy of data and compliance with administrative requirements in collaboration with managers.
  • Partner with managers to deliver required disciplinary actions.
• Administration & Reporting (15%):
  • Manage and maintain employee records and HRIS.
  • Create, generate, and analyze reports as needed.
  • Participate in the planning and execution of quarterly new hire orientation.
  • Ensure newly hired employees are onboarded properly and paperwork is complete.

Requirements

• Education and Experience:
  • 4+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related field.
  • PHR or SPHR certification preferred.
  • Knowledge of Workday is highly desired.
• Specialized Skills and Experience:
  • Demonstrated success in creating and managing individual performance programs such as improvement and development plans.
  • Strong experience conducting internal investigations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Thorough knowledge of employment laws and HR administration principles.
  • Exceptional communication skills (written, oral, listening, and presentation).
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and deduction skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Ability to lead, participate in, and manage large-scale projects.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments, shifting priorities, and deadlines.
  • Strong attention to detail.

Travel

Must be able to travel 20% of the time.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting: Must be able to lift 15 pounds.
• Standing/Walking: Must be able to stand or walk 25% of the day.
• Sitting: Must be able to sit 75% of the day.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 13 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance, AD&D, and supplemental insurance.
• 1 week paid plant shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s Day.