Senior HR Business Partner

Cooper Machinery Services, a long‑standing leader in the energy industry, is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner for its Bethlehem, PA location (Hybrid). This is a full‑time, exempt position.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned business units, providing strategic counsel on organizational design, workforce planning, performance management, talent development, and employee engagement.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders on complex employee relations matters, including performance management, investigations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Partner with leadership to assess organizational effectiveness, identify talent and capability gaps, and develop action plans aligned with business goals.
• Support leaders through change initiatives such as growth, restructuring, reorganizations, and process improvements.
• Collaborate closely with HR Centers of Excellence (Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Payroll, Benefits) to deliver integrated and effective HR solutions.
• Lead and support annual HR processes including performance reviews, merit and promotion planning, succession planning, and engagement initiatives.
• Use data, metrics, and insights to inform decision‑making and provide clear recommendations to leaders.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and ethical standards.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of HR programs, tools, and processes as the HR function matures.
• Model strong leadership behaviors and reinforce company values across the organization.
• Support special projects and initiatives that advance HR strategy and business priorities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as an HR Business Partner supporting leaders in a complex, operationally focused environment.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and advise leaders at multiple levels, including senior leadership.
• Prior experience leading, mentoring, or coaching other HR professionals.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, performance management, talent management, and employment practices.
• Exposure to international HR support, including partnering with leaders or employees outside the U.S. and navigating cross‑cultural considerations, global policies, or local employment practices.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution and problem‑solving.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain HR concepts and recommendations to leaders and employees.
• Comfortable working in a growing organization where processes may still be evolving.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office tools.

Desired Characteristics

• Positive, solutions‑oriented leader with a willingness to roll up their sleeves.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow‑through.
• Approachable and collaborative, with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.
• Adaptable and comfortable navigating ambiguity and change.
• Passionate about developing leaders, employees, and HR team members.
• Team‑oriented mindset with a commitment to strengthening the overall HR function.
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and sound judgment in all interactions and decisions.
• Strong commitment to supporting the business, customers, and communities we serve.

Benefits

• Most benefits are effective on your first day of employment, no waiting period.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company‑paid life, AD&D, short‑term, and long‑term disability coverage (6‑month short‑term disability waiting period).
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and long‑term disability buy‑up plan.
• Voluntary benefit plans including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match; employees are 100% vested on Day 1.
• Maternity and parental leave, Arc Fertility Benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support.