HR Business Partner

Refined Technologies Inc•Houston, TX

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Refined Technologies is seeking an HR Business Partner based at its Houston Distribution Center in Houston, Texas. The role is a hands-on partner to leaders and Artisans across the Houston Distribution Center and Mechanical Cleaning Facility, supporting a workforce in manufacturing and shop environments. The HR Business Partner helps leaders advance Artisan engagement, workforce effectiveness, talent development, and operational success. A key part of the role is supporting RTI’s Second Chance Hiring Program, which provides career opportunities to people with prior justice system involvement. The HR Business Partner partners with leaders and Artisans to foster an inclusive and successful work environment, coach leaders, support Artisan development and accountability, facilitate access to resources, and build pathways for long-term success and retention. The position also serves as a strategic advisor on employee relations, workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and talent strategies; leads recruiting for full-time employees and third-party contractors; manages staffing partner relationships; supports employee engagement and talent processes; and ensures compliance with employment laws and company policies. The role requires regular on-site presence, frequent interaction in office and shop environments, and minimal travel, including occasional visits to the Support Center in Spring, Texas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 5 years of progressive HR experience, including experience as an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner supporting operational, manufacturing, distribution, industrial, logistics, or shop-based environments.
Demonstrated experience supporting hourly workforces and frontline leaders in a hands-on operational setting.
Strong experience in employee relations, investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management.
Experience recruiting for both hourly and salaried positions.
Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and workforce planning.
Ability to build credibility and influence at all levels of the organization.
Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States for Refined Technologies, Inc. without requiring sponsorship for an immigration authorization or visa.

Nice To Haves

HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
Experience supporting manufacturing, fabrication, industrial services, warehouse, distribution, or shop environments.
Experience supporting second chance hiring initiatives, workforce re-entry programs, or similar workforce development programs.
Ability to navigate complex employee relations situations involving diverse workforce populations while balancing accountability, development, and employee support.

Responsibilities

Advise leaders on employee relations, workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and talent strategies.
Partner with operational leaders to align people strategies with business objectives.
Support change management and foster accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Analyze workforce trends and recommend improvements to retention, productivity, and employee experience.
Partner with leaders to support and strengthen RTI’s Second Chance Hiring Program and successful workforce integration.
Coach leaders on managing and developing second chance Artisans; support Artisans through engagement, problem-solving, and access to resources.
Address complex employee relations situations fairly, consistently, and empathetically while maintaining accountability and performance expectations.
Identify opportunities to expand the Second Chance Hiring Program and develop retention and career-development strategies for its participants.
Lead recruiting for full-time employees and third-party contractors, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection.
Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and make timely, high-quality hires.
Identify qualified second chance candidates and support their integration.
Manage relationships with staffing partners and align staffing with workforce planning needs and role qualifications.
Coordinate and guide management of contractor labor, including disciplinary actions and terminations.
Advise on employee relations, promote a positive work environment, and support proactive engagement and conflict resolution.
Support performance management, including goal setting, coaching, and performance reviews.
Support succession planning and internal promotion processes.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
Maintain accurate documentation and support audits and investigations.
Provide training and guidance on HR policies and procedures.