Human Resources Business Partner I
About The Position
This role provides HR support and consultation across manufacturing operations, serving as a liaison between employees, departments, and leadership. It supports recruiting, selection and staffing, employee documentation, job evaluation, compensation, benefits, and labor relations matters under general direction. The position partners with operations leaders to support employee and business needs, administer performance management, advise on HR programs and policies, and contribute to cross-functional HR initiatives. It also supports employee and labor relations, including policy and labor-agreement interpretation, investigations, grievance processes, arbitration preparation, and labor negotiations. Additional responsibilities include training, talent acquisition, onboarding, and workforce policy communication.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Less than 2 years of HR experience performing a wide range of HR generalist duties.
- Manufacturing, multi-site, and/or complex-site experience.
- Solid knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
- Experience with HRIS platforms, including Time & Attendance, LMS, and ATS systems.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality.
- Demonstrated change management skills.
Responsibilities
- Partner with operations leaders to provide HR guidance, coaching, and support across employee and business needs.
- Manage performance management processes, coach leaders on performance issues, and promote accountability through timely resolution of concerns.
- Advise leaders on implementing HR programs, policies, and initiatives, including recruitment, training, communication, continuous improvement, and organizational design.
- Participate in cross-functional teams to develop and implement HR initiatives, policies, and process improvements.
- Foster a leadership and coaching culture aligned with company values and support HR activities for hourly and salaried employees.
- Interpret and administer company policies and labor agreements as a primary HR resource for leaders and employees.
- Investigate employee concerns, grievances, and contract compliance issues; promote consistent disciplinary practices and timely resolution.
- Advise leaders through grievance processes and support arbitration preparation and administration as needed.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to grievances, investigations, and labor relations activities.
- Support labor negotiations by identifying, addressing, and helping resolve potential labor issues proactively.
- Support the development, administration, and delivery of training programs for a variety of audiences.
- Execute talent acquisition activities to attract, recruit, and retain a diverse workforce using established processes and tools.
- Coordinate and conduct new hire orientation and onboarding programs.
- Participate in developing, implementing, and communicating workforce policies, practices, and procedures.
- Prepare and distribute policy updates and procedural changes to employees in a timely manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits, generally beginning after 30 days.
- Paid time off including vacation days, personal days, and company holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
