Human Resources Business Partner

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees regarding employee relations issues, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation.
• Address employee concerns in a timely, professional, and confidential manner, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Promote positive employee engagement and work culture through proactive communication and initiatives.
• Aid managers with performance reviews, goal setting, and ongoing feedback for employees.
• Work closely with hiring managers to ensure smooth onboarding and integration of new employees into the company culture.
• Cook up and facilitate employee training programs to enhance skills and promote career development.
• Assist with the administration of compensation programs, ensuring internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives.
• Cook up the Open Enrollment process, ensuring all employees have the necessary information and support to make informed decisions.
• Provide backup support for the VOE process, ensuring accurate and timely verification of employment for current and past employees.
• Track key HR metrics, including turnover rates, performance metrics, and recruiting effectiveness, and share findings with management.
• Interpret and communicate company policies and procedures to employees and management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Human Resources role, with at least 2 years in a Business Partner capacity.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employee relations, performance management, and compliance.
• Experience in benefits administration and Open Enrollment processes.
• Solid understanding of compensation structures and performance management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficient in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Preferred Skills

• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred.
• Experience with recruiting and talent acquisition platforms.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is a plus.

Incentives

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Company-Provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

AWG Culture

A family-like atmosphere known for growth opportunities and a low turnover rate in the industry.

About the Role

American Welding & Gas, Inc. is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to join our team in our Houston, TX market.

Benefits

A family and teammate owned company that is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. Our company provides industrial, medical and specialty gases as well as food and beverage gases across the United States, from Montana to Pennsylvania and down through Texas and Florida. With a team of over 800 employees, over 100 retail locations and 22 fill plants we pride ourselves in our customer service, expertise, assets and resources that allow us to reach a large and diversified customer base of the highest quality.

Schedule

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