Human Resource Business Partner

Sabrosura Foods•Monticello, WI

25d•$90,000 - $105,000

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to plant leadership, aligning HR practices with business objectives to support operational effectiveness, employee engagement, and organizational performance. The role provides hands-on HR leadership in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, balancing strategic initiatives with day-to-day employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, and compliance responsibilities. The HRBP works with leaders and employees at all levels and maintains a strong presence on the production floor to build relationships, understand operational challenges, and proactively address workforce needs. Through coaching, data-driven insights, and problem-solving, the HRBP strengthens leadership capabilities, drives accountability, supports employee development and retention, and fosters a positive, high-performing workplace culture. The role also helps implement HR initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and support organizational change while ensuring consistent application of company policies, practices, and values.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of progressive human resources experience, including at least 2 years in a manufacturing or similarly fast-paced operational environment.
Demonstrated experience managing complex employee relations matters, conducting workplace investigations, and advising leaders on employment practices.
Experience supporting performance management, employee engagement, workforce planning, and leadership development initiatives.
Experience with HRIS; proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices, and ability to apply them in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to build trusted relationships and influence employees, supervisors, and leaders at all levels.
Strong employee relations skills, including investigations, conflict resolution, coaching, and sound decision-making in sensitive or complex situations.
Ability to provide practical HR guidance while balancing employee needs, business objectives, and compliance requirements.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including the ability to navigate difficult conversations professionally.
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills, including identifying root causes, evaluating options, and recommending solutions.
Ability to coach and develop leaders, drive accountability, and influence positive organizational change.
Strong organizational and time management skills, ability to prioritize competing demands, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to analyze workforce data, identify trends, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
High integrity, professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when handling confidential and sensitive information.
Adaptability and willingness to take a hands-on approach, with a visible and approachable production-floor presence.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
Ability to regularly access and navigate production, warehouse, and office environments, including areas with varying temperatures, noise levels, and floor conditions.
Ability to use a computer, telephone, and other standard office equipment to perform essential job functions.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering production or other designated areas.

Nice To Haves

Professional HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
Experience with ADP Workforce Now.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership, providing strategic and practical HR guidance aligned with business objectives and operational effectiveness.
Coach leaders on employee relations, performance management, communication, accountability, and effective people management; maintain a visible production-floor presence.
Lead employee relations activities, including workplace investigations, conflict resolution, corrective actions, and employee concerns, ensuring consistent application of company policies.
Partner with plant leadership and recruiting resources to identify staffing needs, support recruitment strategies and hiring decisions, oversee onboarding and integration, and improve retention and workforce stability.
Coach leaders on performance expectations and concerns; support leadership development, succession planning, internal talent progression, accountability, and continuous feedback.
Identify employee and leadership training needs and partner with internal resources to develop and implement training initiatives.
Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and company policies; support HR processes such as timekeeping, payroll coordination, benefits administration, employee records, and HRIS data integrity; identify compliance risks and recommend solutions.
Coordinate workers’ compensation claims, employee leaves, workplace accommodations, and return-to-work processes, ensuring documentation, timely communication, and compliance.
Partner with plant leadership to strengthen engagement, recognition, communication, and workplace culture; support engagement surveys, action planning, and organizational change.
Monitor and analyze HR metrics, including turnover, retention, attendance, staffing, and employee relations trends; provide actionable recommendations and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.