HR Business Partner, Manufacturing

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This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a collaborative, international environment.

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management across manufacturing plants. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP will foster a positive and productive work environment, responsible for all aspects of the employee lifecycle, ensure compliance, and champion talent development, employee engagement, and effective labor relations directly on the production floor. This position requires strong business acumen, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and an unwavering commitment to ethical practice and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:     

• Consults with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR team to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• May take on assignments, projects and other responsibilities as required.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Provides guidance and input on workforce planning.
• Identifies training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs.
• Participate in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up ensure training objectives are met.
• Provide HR administrative support, including maintaining employment records related to events such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions. Assists in maintaining division organization charts.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Experience in high-volume recruiting for manufacturing, utilities or construction industries.
• Familiarity with HR analytics and reporting tools to track hiring success and improve recruitment strategies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand hiring environment.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, business administration or related field required.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience resolving complex employee relations issues.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee and union relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Office-based position, Monday through Friday.
• Minimal travel may be required for meetings, conferences, or training sessions.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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