Human Resources Business Partner
Alliance Machine Systems International, LLC is a privately held company with over 35 years of history dedicated to providing corrugated box manufacturing machines and services to the changing industry. As the paperboard packaging industry's premier global supplier of productivity-enhancing process machinery and systems, we supply innovative designs, intelligent automation, and optimized workflow, coupled with highly responsive parts and service support. Our United States and Europe-based engineering, manufacturing, sales, and service operations provide a global support system covering the full product portfolio of Alliance, Serco, TEI, ASC, Pallmac, J&L, and Tanabe machines. Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting, and paper-converting industries.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our Indianapolis team and serve as a trusted partner to leaders and team members across our manufacturing operation. This is a hands-on, highly visible HR role focused on helping leaders build and maintain strong teams, ensuring consistent people practices, and providing day-to-day HR support. The ideal candidate is an experienced HR professional who is comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will be part of a global HR team and will report to a People Team Leader at our Spokane, WA office, while serving as the primary on-site HR partner for our Indianapolis operation.
Responsibilities
- Partner with leaders on employee relations, performance management, attendance, and workplace concerns.
- Provide insights and guidance to leaders on effective people management and policy application.
- Take ownership of attendance oversight, tracking trends, and ensuring consistent accountability.
- Partner with leaders and recruiting resources to fill open positions and maintain appropriate staffing levels.
- Support recruiting, interviewing, selection, onboarding, and workforce planning.
- Investigate employee relations concerns and provide recommendations for appropriate resolution.
- Support corrective action, performance improvement, and other employee management processes.
- Serve as an approachable and trusted HR resource for employees.
- Support employee engagement, communication, development, and culture initiatives.
- Ensure consistent HR practices and compliance with applicable employment laws and company policies.
- Partner with the broader People Team on HR programs, projects, and organizational initiatives.
Requirements
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
- Experience supporting a manufacturing or hourly workforce strongly preferred.
- Strong employee relations, performance management, and attendance experience.
- Demonstrated ability to coach and influence leaders.
- Recruiting and talent acquisition experience.
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to handle confidential matters.
- Ability to work independently, build relationships, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is a plus.
- Experience with Workday or other HRIS system highly preferred.
Why this role matters
This position will play a critical role in strengthening our Indianapolis operation by ensuring leaders have the HR partnership, staffing support, and people-management resources they need to succeed. If you are a hands-on HR professional who enjoys being close to the business, coaching leaders, solving problems, and making a measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you.