HR Advisor

INEOS • Texas City, TX

17h

About The Position

The HR Advisor provides senior-level human resources advisory and operational execution support for INEOS Acetyls, acting as a trusted partner to site and functional leaders. The role focuses on employee and labor relations, workforce execution, performance management, organizational effectiveness, and compliance within a union and non-union manufacturing environment, supporting safe, reliable, and sustainable operations while minimizing people-related risk.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years progressive HR experience with at least 5 years' experience in employee relations.
• HR experience in petrochemicals or other similar manufacturing industry is preferred.
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP preferred.
• Strong employee and labor relations experience, including grievance handling
• Working knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and arbitration preparation
• Solid understanding of U.S. employment and labor law
• HRIS experience (Workday preferred) with focus on governance and insights.
• High attention to detail with strong ownership mindset and bias for action.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make recommendations.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and financial information.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to develop workflows and prevent issue recurrence.
• Ability to influence and coach leaders at multiple levels.

Nice To Haves

• HR experience in petrochemicals or other similar manufacturing industry is preferred.
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP preferred.
• Workday preferred

Responsibilities

• Complies with and supports SHE expectations as defined by the INEOS Life Saving Rules and 20 Safety Principles. Ensures workforce access, training, and employee relations decisions align with site safety and regulatory requirements. Integrates SHE expectations into investigations, disciplinary actions, and corrective measures. Supports audits and inspections through accurate workforce documentation and compliance practices.
• Acts as a trusted HR advisor and internal consultant to site and functional leadership. Provides guidance on leadership effectiveness, workforce execution, and organizational change. Interprets HR policies and employment law to support consistent, risk-based decision making. Influences leadership decisions through sound judgment, experience, and workforce insight. Strengthens people management capability through coaching and practical guidance.
• Independently leads complex employee relations matters across union and non-union populations. Conducts investigations related to discipline, conduct, performance, harassment, and policy violations. Advises leaders on corrective action and termination decisions, ensuring fairness and legal compliance. Supports unemployment hearings, audits, and regulatory inquiries. Identifies trends and systemic risks and recommends preventative interventions.
• Serves as the primary HR point of contact for day-to-day labor relations activities. Administers and interprets collective bargaining agreements, advising leaders on contract application. Manages grievance processes through early and mid-stage steps, including investigation and documentation. Partners with the HR Manager to prepare arbitration cases through fact-finding and analysis. Supports collective bargaining through costing analysis, proposal drafting, and preparation of management materials. Builds constructive working relationships with union representatives to support operational continuity. Identifies labor-related risks and escalates issues with mitigation recommendations.
• May serve as company representative in external industry committees/ networks (VCC, SCG) in select areas of personal expertise. Implements and maintains HR policies and procedures aligned with legal, regulatory, and business requirements. Provides governance and escalation support for HR operations including payroll, benefits, and HRIS, partnering with HR Operations and Payroll teams. Ensures effective internal controls, compliance, and audit readiness without direct transactional ownership. Reviews HR metrics, trends, and workforce data to identify risk, improvement opportunities, and control gaps. Leads or participates in HR projects and cross‑functional initiatives to improve efficiency, consistency, and service delivery. Contributes to the continuous improvement of HR programs, governance frameworks, and operating practices.
• Partners with leaders on recruiting execution, workforce planning, and succession for critical roles. Supports performance management cycles and leadership development activities. Advises on organizational design, role clarity, and change management initiatives. Supports compensation planning and internal equity reviews.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees