Human Resources Business Partner

Oshkosh Corporation•Riceville, IA

10d•$64,500 - $103,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Partner serves as a key HR resource for leaders and team members at McNeilus’s Riceville, Iowa manufacturing facility, providing hands-on HR support across the employee lifecycle. Reporting to the Senior Human Resources Manager, the role partners with plant leadership and team members on employee relations, talent, engagement, workforce needs, and day-to-day HR operations. As the facility’s primary onsite HR presence, the HRBP builds trusted relationships across the plant and provides timely, practical guidance. The role supports hourly and salaried team members and collaborates with HR partners and Centers of Excellence to deliver programs and solutions that support employees and business objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Three or more years of Human Resources experience across multiple HR disciplines.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish and English communication skills, including the ability to speak, read, and write effectively in both languages.
Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, talent processes, and other core HR activities.
Experience supporting a manufacturing, industrial, or other operational environment.
Experience serving as an onsite HR partner or independently supporting leaders and employees within a facility.
Experience supporting both hourly and salaried employee populations.
Strong understanding of employment law, HR best practices, and employee relations.
Ability to build trusted relationships and provide effective coaching and guidance to leaders and team members.
Sound judgment, confidentiality, and ability to independently navigate employee and workplace matters.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to use workforce data and insights to identify trends and support decision-making.
Innovative mindset and willingness to challenge the status quo and support continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Partner with plant leaders and supervisors on workforce, talent, engagement, and organizational priorities aligned with business objectives.
Coach and guide leaders on employee relations, performance management, attendance, corrective action, and employment practices.
Serve as the primary onsite HR resource for team members and leaders regarding HR policies, programs, procedures, and workplace concerns.
Assess and resolve employee relations matters, including conducting workplace investigations, supporting conflict resolution, and recommending appropriate actions.
Support performance management, talent development, employee engagement, and retention initiatives across the facility.
Partner with Talent Acquisition and plant leadership on staffing needs, onboarding, and workforce planning.
Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence to deliver compensation, benefits, learning and development, and other HR programs and solutions.
Support recurring HR processes, including performance reviews, talent planning, compensation activities, and engagement initiatives.
Use workforce data and trends to identify opportunities, address workforce challenges, and support informed decision-making.
Build relationships with team members and leaders and foster a positive, inclusive, high-performing culture.
Ensure consistent application of HR policies and practices and compliance with applicable employment laws and company requirements.
Support change initiatives and continuous improvement efforts that enhance the team member experience and HR practices.