Associate Human Resources Business Partner - Austin, TX

E.A. Sween Company•Austin, TX

26d•$64,328 - $96,546

About The Position

E.A. Sween Company is seeking an experienced and motivated Associate HR Business Partner to provide hands-on HR support in a fast-paced food manufacturing and logistics distribution environment. The role bridges day-to-day HR operations and strategic business needs, supports leaders and employees, and partners closely with the HR Business Partner. The position is based in Austin, Texas. The Associate HR Business Partner supports employee relations and engagement, talent acquisition and onboarding, performance management and development, compensation and benefits, compliance and HR operations, and business partnership. The role also supports Employee Resource Center functions and collaborates with the HRBP and ERC team to improve processes, onboarding workflows, documentation, and compliance. The target salary range is $65,000–$70,000 annually, with a full pay range of $64,327.67–$96,545.96. The position is classified as Grade 13 and is eligible for an incentive bonus of up to 5% of annual salary, prorated based on start date. Final pay depends on experience, skills, internal equity, and available budget.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
2–4 years of progressive HR experience in manufacturing and/or logistics/distribution environments.
Experience supporting both hourly and salaried employee populations.
Strong foundation in HR operations, including employee relations, onboarding, interviewing, and compliance support.
Ability to partner with leaders under the guidance of a senior HRBP to implement HR programs and policies.
Ability to balance tactical execution with learning and development toward broader HRBP responsibilities.
Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
Proficiency with HRIS systems such as UKG or Workday and the MS Office Suite.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, multi-shift operation.

Nice To Haves

PHR or SHRM-CP certification.
Experience in union or labor relations.

Responsibilities

Serve as the first point of contact for employees and supervisors with HR-related inquiries.
Support investigations and resolution of employee relations matters in partnership with the HR Business Partner.
Support employee recognition programs and culture-building initiatives.
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to recruit hourly and select salaried roles.
Coordinate and enhance onboarding programs.
Monitor 30/60/90-day check-ins and contribute to retention strategies.
Guide leaders through performance review and merit processes, supporting consistency and fairness.
Coach supervisors on performance conversations and progressive discipline practices.
Track and support training initiatives, including leadership development and compliance programs.
Advise employees and managers on compensation policies and benefit offerings.
Assist with annual merit cycles and market data reviews.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including EEOC, FMLA, ADA, and FLSA requirements.
Partner with Safety and Operations teams on workers’ compensation and Fit for Work programs.
Maintain HRIS data integrity, prepare HR metrics reports, and recommend process improvements.
Support Employee Resource Center functions, including onboarding coordination, electronic filing, new hire setup, and administrative HR tasks.
Collaborate with the HRBP and ERC team to streamline processes, improve onboarding workflows, and maintain consistent documentation and compliance standards.
Work with the HRBP and site leadership to understand business goals and workforce needs.
Support projects involving labor relations, staffing models, and workforce planning.
Provide HR insights to support operational excellence and continuous improvement.