HR Partner - Second Shift

Blue Origin•Huntsville, AL

6d•$112,059 - $156,883

About The Position

Blue Origin’s People Experience Team is seeking an HR Partner to provide dedicated strategic HR support to second-shift, night, and weekend employees and leaders across its 24/7 operation. The role serves as the primary HR contact for off-hour populations and owns their employee lifecycle, including employee relations, performance management, engagement, retention, workforce planning, and policy interpretation. The HR Partner works directly with operations leaders to advance people strategies, coach frontline managers, independently resolve complex employee concerns, and respond to escalations outside standard business hours. As a bridge between the off-hour workforce and the broader People Experience organization, this role works across time zones to support a consistent employee experience, identify trends and insights from the night and weekend workforce, and collaborate with Learning and Development and Employee Relations on integrated solutions. The position is part of Blue Origin’s corporate functions, supporting business units, functions, and locations. Schedule is nights and weekends; travel is expected up to 10%. Relocation is provided. Multiple positions are available, with locations by preference in Alabama, Florida, and Washington.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent years of experience/certification experience.
At least 5 years of progressive HR experience, including partnering with business leaders.
Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and employee relations.
Experience leveraging data to drive HR insights and decisions.
Proven ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of an organization.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to HR challenges.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, engineering, or high-tech industries.
HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
Experience supporting hourly and non-exempt workforce populations.

Responsibilities

Partner with business leaders to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business objectives and team performance.
Advise employees and leaders on employee concerns, investigate workplace issues, and ensure fair and consistent resolution in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
Guide managers and employees on performance expectations, feedback, and development plans.
Support adherence to employment laws, company policies, and HR best practices, and provide guidance on workplace compliance issues.
Use HR data and analytics to generate insights, monitor workforce trends, and support data-based decisions.
Lead and support change initiatives, foster employee engagement, and promote a positive work environment.
Assist with implementing HR programs, including engagement surveys and leadership development programs.
Help develop, refine, and communicate HR policies.
Own the employee lifecycle for second-shift, night, and weekend populations, including engagement, retention, and workforce planning.
Coach frontline managers in real time, resolve complex employee concerns independently, and act on escalations outside standard business hours.
Work across time zones to support a consistent employee experience and surface trends and insights from the night and weekend workforce.
Partner with Learning and Development and Employee Relations to deliver solutions for the non-traditional workforce.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Basic and supplemental life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability.
401(k) with company match of up to 5%.
Education Support Program.
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
Paid time off of up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours.
Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Potential eligibility for benefits and bonuses depending on role type and job level; bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and may change or be canceled.
Relocation provided.