HR Business Partner

RK Industries • Harlingen, TX

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About The Position

The HR Business Partner supports RK Industries’ Texas Mechanical Division, partnering directly with business leaders and employees to align people strategies with business goals, strengthen workplace relationships, and support continued growth. The role serves as a trusted advisor, employee advocate, and change agent, helping foster a positive culture where employees and teams can thrive.

The position provides hands-on HR support across the division, advises leaders and employees on employee relations and people practices, supports workforce and talent initiatives, and collaborates with the broader HR team and Legal to promote compliance. Periodic travel to RK facilities is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 5 years of HR experience, including at least 3 years partnering directly with business leaders.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment laws, organizational design, talent management, culture, and change management.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and ability to navigate sensitive employee matters and make thoughtful recommendations.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, manage competing deadlines, and support a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to understand business operations, organizational structure, workforce needs, and compensation practices.
• Willingness to travel periodically to various RK facilities.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership within the Texas Mechanical Division to develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and practices that support business objectives and growth.
• Advise leaders and employees on employee relations, performance management, workplace concerns, and HR policies.
• Manage complex employee relations matters and conduct thorough, objective workplace investigations; recommend solutions that minimize risk and promote consistency.
• Build relationships across divisions through regular meetings, proactive communication, and hands-on HR support.
• Coach managers on employee development, performance, compensation, disciplinary actions, and leadership practices.
• Support workforce planning, organizational changes, succession planning, and talent management initiatives.
• Facilitate new-hire orientation and identify training and development needs across teams.
• Partner with the HR team and Legal to support compliance with employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Drive employee engagement, retention, and culture initiatives to strengthen morale, productivity, and the employee experience.
• Use employee relations data and analytics to identify trends, recommend improvements, and inform business decisions.
• Travel periodically to RK facilities to build relationships and provide on-site support.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Six paid holidays
• Health insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discount program through PerkSpot
• Competitive benefits and rewards designed to support well-being and long-term success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level