Human Resources Business Partner

Location: West Salem, OH

About Us

Join the Associated Materials Innovations team at Associated Materials, LLC, and be AMazing with us! At Associated Materials Innovations, we combine our rich history in innovation with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement of the customer experience. For decades, we have provided vinyl windows, siding, and metal building products that have helped build homes and communities across North America. As a leading manufacturer of exterior building products and preferred product manufacturer for Alside, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values.

When you join AMI, you are part of a leading North American manufacturing business of vinyl windows, cladding, metal siding, trim, and other essential exterior building products for residential, light commercial, and multifamily projects. In 2022, we introduced our composite cladding system, a first-of-its-kind solution featuring exclusive (GP)2 technology. Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, AMI is part of Associated Materials, LLC, which owns and operates multiple manufacturing facilities in North America including a distribution center.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to support HR operations and employee engagement at our manufacturing plant in West Salem, OH. This role will have two primary focus areas: 1) providing day-to-day HR support, ensuring compliance, and assisting with key HR processes for the plant; and 2) working across the AMI organization on HR projects focused on improvement of HR processes and standardization. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, with strong project management skills, and will work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

The position is responsible for effective and successful people and process management and communications for non-exempt and exempt employees. This includes but is not limited to union & employee relations, grievance investigations, staffing, employee engagement, performance management, HR reporting, and HR compliance. The West Salem, OH facility continues its legacy by striving to produce high-quality vinyl & composite building products that support customers across North America. West Salem plant manufactures vinyl and composite siding and windows accessories.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, practices, and programs.
• Assist with recruiting efforts for hourly and salaried positions in partnership with Talent Acquisition.
• Coordinate onboarding activities and ensure smooth integration of new hires.
• Support employee relations by documenting issues and escalating as needed.
• Proactive involvement with Union representatives and responses to grievances.
• Maintain accurate employee data in HR systems and prepare routine reports.
• Assist with payroll and timekeeping processes (ADP experience a plus).
• Provide administrative support for performance management and engagement initiatives.
• Participate in plant committees and contribute to HR-related projects.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable labor laws.
• Work across the AMI organization on HR process improvements.
• Establish HR standardization processes.
• Project management of HR initiatives with multiple stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 2-7 years minimum HR experience (internships included).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with ADP is a plus for HRIS/payroll.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Union relations / Collective Bargaining experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification desirable but not required.

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to build positive employee relationships.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.