Human Resources Business Partner - US

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a multi-site manufacturing or operations environment.
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Human Resources or related field.
• Strong knowledge of state and local employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Paycom, ERP platforms).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to analyze HR data and provide actionable insights.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supporting new plant startups or expansions is a plus.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills under pressure.
• Analytical thinking with high attention to detail.
• Effective communication across all organizational levels.

About the Role

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as both a strategic and tactical partner to leaders across U.S. manufacturing operations. This role supports the execution of HR initiatives that drive business performance, employee engagement, and regulatory compliance. You will work closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to provide day-to-day HR guidance, lead employee relations matters, and support workforce planning and organizational development.

Responsibilities

• Partner with managers and supervisors to align HR practices with operational and business goals.
• Support workforce planning, headcount management, and organizational design.
• Analyze trends (turnover, absenteeism, engagement) and provide actionable insights.
• Aid in implementing HR strategies across multiple sites.
• Lead employee relations activities including investigations, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Support union-related matters and ensure effective partnership where applicable.
• Coach leaders on performance management, documentation, and progressive discipline.
• Ensure consistent and fair application of policies across all departments.
• Interpret and apply company policies along with state and local employment regulations.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, internal procedures, and audit requirements.
• Identify risks and escalate complex issues to HR leadership as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance records.
• Partner with hiring managers to support recruitment and selection processes, including high-volume hiring.
• Support onboarding and integration of new employees and new facilities.
• Aid in leadership development, succession planning, and talent identification initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to supervisors and managers.
• Provide coaching on employee management, communication, and team effectiveness.
• Support leadership training initiatives and reinforce accountability across teams.
• Support rollout and sustainment of HR programs (performance management, attendance, LMS training).
• Participate in HR projects focused on process improvement and standardization.
• Assist in developing tools, templates, and best practices for leaders.
• Partner with payroll to ensure accurate processing of hourly data and pay changes.
• Assist with employee benefits inquiries and support resolution as needed.
• Maintain employee data within HRIS systems (e.g., Paycom, ERP platforms).
• Support reporting and data validation related to headcount, attendance, and employee status.

Requirements

This is a high-impact, hands-on role with visibility across multiple locations. The role is situated in Lebanon, TN (USA) and is not a remote or hybrid position.

Benefits

Stable, well-established manufacturing organization.

Strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Opportunity to influence weld quality and shop performance daily.

Collaborative, team-driven environment.

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