HR Business Partner II

Darigold is seeking an HR Business Partner for our Pasco, Washington manufacturing plant location. The HR Business Partner II is the key contact for all HR related matters at their location. The HR Business Partner provides support in recruiting, mediation facilitation, resolving workplace issues, labor relations, and administration.  The HR Business Partner II works closely with the plant manager/leader and management team to define and execute their site staffing strategy and promote a positive work environment. They are a champion in talent management and fostering a positive employee experience.

What You Will Do

• Fosters a positive environment, working with managers and employees to address employee relations issues.  This includes maintenance of a recognition program and development of employee engagement initiatives.


• Coaching managers/supervisors on how to proactively address and resolve issues.


• Addresses investigations and grievances promptly and in a professional manner.


• Leverage HR metrics to provide insights and inform decision making.


• Champion an inclusive work environment – support site Diversity, Inclusion and Equity initiatives. Ensure HR programs and policies are applied consistently.


• Work closely with the talent acquisition team to fill positions


• Apply good judgement in addressing compensation need; work closely with the total reward team to ensure equity and best practices


• Participates in the implementation of company-wide initiatives, training, process improvements, and programs.


• Maintains electronic and paper employee records according to State and Federal requirements.


• Evaluates, recommends, and coordinates training for management team members and employees at large.


• Lead strategic talent review and action plans.


• Assures compliance with Darigold HR standards, all local, State, and Federal employment laws, making proactive recommendations when potential issues are identified or arise.


• Is a contributory member of the management team.


• Maintains a high level of professionalism on confidentiality of employee and/or company information.


• Coordinates, conducts, and maintains new hire on boarding.


• Perform exit interviews, review feedback and drive improvements.


• Work closely with leave administration for all leaves of absence, including FMLA and Workers Compensation

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or related discipline


• 7 plus years of progressive experience in Human Resources Previous experience in manufacturing preferred and union experience preferred.


•  PHR or SHRM-CP Certification preferred.


• Proficient in using word, excel, power point and HR systems.


• Knowledge of State and Federal laws, regulations and requirements in areas related to HR including EEO, LOA’s, ADA, Worker’s Compensation, COBRA, and Wage & Hour.

Pay Range: $84,616 to 126,924 per year

Benefits of Working at Darigold:

We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We’re proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• 401k with competitive employer matching


• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits


• Employer paid life & disability coverage


• Paid time off and paid holidays


• 8 weeks paid parental leave


• Education assistance


• Employee assistance program

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify - please follow the links for details, English / Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement, English / Spanish.