HR Business Partner

Smithfield Foods•Crete, NE

14d

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) manages, directs, and coordinates Human Resources policies and programs, including labor relations, wage and salary administration, orientation and training, safety and health, benefits and employee services, and compliance. The role manages employee recruitment, development, and retention, and serves as a key stakeholder embedded in the leadership team to identify opportunities, troubleshoot barriers, resolve business issues, and drive organizational goals. The HRBP champions the Smithfield culture and works to improve the relationship between employees and management. The role supervises Human Resources staff, leads talent and succession planning, and uses data and facility knowledge to identify training needs and business opportunities. The position requires travel 5–10% of the time. A relocation package is available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field and at least 5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 2 years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership.
General knowledge of employment laws and practices.
Knowledge of Human Resources systems, internet software, Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), and payroll database software.
Specialized knowledge of HR systems, processes, and procedures, including administration of benefits, compensation, and other programs.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Strong reasoning and math skills.
Ability to travel 5–10% of the time.
Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Ability to sit for extended periods, lift up to 15 pounds at times, and frequently sit, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Able to travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
Bilingual skills, including speaking, reading, and writing another language and using it in group and individual communication, investigations, counseling, training, and mentoring, as applicable to the business unit.

Responsibilities

Implements and oversees ongoing Human Resources programs, policies, and procedures to support management, supervisory engagement, employee development, and employee relations.
Advocates for employees, improves employee-management relationships, champions the Smithfield culture, and ensures alignment with the Smithfield Way.
Supervises Human Resources staff directly or through supervisors; assigns and reviews work, coaches and mentors staff, evaluates performance, and approves or recommends actions.
Partners with the business to identify current and future workforce skills and leads succession planning and talent-plan execution.
Promotes regular communication and collaboration with employees and leadership.
Drives retention of administrative, management, and hourly production employees.
Assesses facility dynamics and training and educational needs, then deploys proactive solutions.
Ensures compliant execution of the location’s Affirmative Action Plan across recruitment, promotions, and employee transition processes.
Serves as the primary decision-maker for policy or contract interpretation.
Develops and implements solutions to employee and labor relations issues to mitigate legal and compliance risks.
Counsels managers and employees on HR policies and rules, identifies and resolves problems or recommends action, and maintains a presence in manufacturing work environments.
Analyzes data and prepares statistical and narrative reports and communications to identify business opportunities and formulate goals and objectives.
Uses data to build business cases and influence others to champion change.
Performs other duties as assigned.