Human Resource Business Partner

Piping Rock•Farmingdale, NY

About The Position

The HR Business Partner supports the Senior HR Manager and the daily HR functions of Piping Rock’s Ronkonkoma facilities. The role partners with leadership on associate-related matters, including benefits, associate relations, leave administration, talent acquisition, onboarding and offboarding, performance evaluations and improvement processes, HRIS data maintenance, and compliance with company policies and applicable laws. The position also supports associate engagement, event planning, recognition initiatives, training-compliance tracking, community partnerships, and HR department objectives and special projects. The role may require flexible hours on occasion to provide shift coverage for meetings and events. Piping Rock is a global vitamin and supplement manufacturer and a drug-free workplace; employment is subject to successfully clearing drug screening processes in accordance with federal guidelines.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in Human Resources or related work.
Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or a related field.
Ability to design and execute project plans.
Experience influencing without authority and managing stakeholders.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to remain poised under pressure and demonstrate strong judgment.
Ability to multitask; highly organized.
Highly collaborative and self-motivated.
Experience in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Comfort with a multi-site structure.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time-management and prioritization skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Ability to work flexible hours on occasion for shift coverage at meetings and events.
Must successfully clear drug screening processes, including testing for illegal substances per federal guidelines, to start and maintain employment.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated skills working in a client-facing role in a production environment.
Ability to travel to engagement events.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Facilitate weekly new-hire orientation; coordinate new-hire planning and document collection with Talent Acquisition; and create associate badges.
Respond to general associate inquiries about benefits, policies, procedures, and programs, escalating matters to the Senior HR Manager as appropriate.
Handle employee relations issues, including advising on leaves and accommodations and addressing nuanced matters with guidance from HR leadership.
Participate in disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations; coach managers on reviews and constructive feedback.
Advise associates and managers on HR policies and ensure policies are followed.
Conduct exit interviews.
Assist the Senior HR Manager with associate engagement event planning and coordination.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and recommended best practices; assist with reviewing policies and practices for compliance.
Contribute to the HR team’s development of key HR policies and practices.
Track and document compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, including safety and anti-harassment training.
Coordinate logistics for site-wide celebrations and other events, such as BBQ packages, picnics, holidays, and associate meetings.
Research and develop vendor relationships to support activities across the facilities.
Implement recognition and anniversary programs for associates at all levels.
Build relationships with community partners and coordinate onsite and offsite associate volunteer events.
Manage associate communications related to engagement, events, and volunteer opportunities.
Provide direct support to the Senior HR Manager on department objectives and special projects.
Provide support to the HR Department in areas where additional assistance is needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.