Human Resources Business Partner #ESF2625

ExpertHiring•Albert Lea, MN

46d

About The Position

What you will be doing: Human Resources Business Partner Partner with site leadership to administer personnel policies, practices, and programs, and advise and assist them in their interpretation and application. Assist senior management and department heads in organizational and departmental development by advising or by assisting with job structuring, job descriptions, reporting procedures, and communications. Recruit, interview, screen, and refer applicants for positions; conduct orientation programs for new employees; analyze turnover and recommend suggestions for improved retention as required. Assist site leadership in human resources utilization by participating in determining and projecting staffing requirements, sources of qualified personnel, training, and development requirements. Act as a consultant regarding training and development programs; arrange or conduct programs. Act as liaison between employees and management; conduct investigations and recommend corrective action; assist management in the utilization of constructive communication, including administering disciplinary actions. Interact with all shifts and departments on a regular basis; maintain a visible presence across all shifts and departments; attend routine team and DDS meetings, ensuring awareness of floor activities and business priorities. Develop, propose, and administer approved wage and salary programs including job analysis, job descriptions, job evaluation, and periodic surveys to assure a competitive and equitable compensation program; recommend changes as needed. Assist Corporate HR with the annual performance review process to ensure reviews are completed timely and accurately; discuss performance with the leadership team as a means of identifying future growth potential and supporting the corporate succession planning process. Assist Corporate HR in the execution of corporate employee relations policies and programs designed to keep the corporation union-free by analyzing the effects of practices/policies programs; recommend changes to meet goals and objectives. Ensure compliance with laws relative to wages and hours, employee relations, employee benefits, employment opportunities, and other related employment laws; act as a consultant within the corporation in interpreting the administration of the laws; seek assistance from Corporate HR Director and legal counsel as appropriate. Maintain a system of employee personnel record keeping, retention, and access by authorized personnel. Administer the corporate drug program, which includes pre-employment screening, random tests, and post-accident screening, when applicable. Follow and enforce all safety policies and procedures including the use of safety equipment (PPE) and equipment safeguards; work to advance and promote the safety culture of the site. Perform other related duties. Communicate consistently with the HR Manager and HR leadership regarding progress, delays, and task status; provide weekly updates and proactively raise issues before escalation is required. Demonstrate urgency in executing HR tasks such as onboarding, employee conversions, investigations, and compliance-related items; track actions and meet all business-driven deadlines. Ensure all special projects are aligned with business priorities and receive approval from the HR Manager or HR leadership prior to initiation. Model a positive, professional HR presence and approach, fostering trust and engagement across departments.

Requirements

BS degree in Human Resources (preferred) or its equivalent
At least five years of human resources experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as effective presentation skills to communicate effectively and professionally with all levels of employees.
Comfortable working in a manufacturing plant setting and walking the production floor, interacting with all levels of employees.

Nice To Haves

HR Business Partner Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with site leadership to administer personnel policies, practices, and programs, and advise and assist them in their interpretation and application.
Assist senior management and department heads in organizational and departmental development by advising or by assisting with job structuring, job descriptions, reporting procedures, and communications.
Recruit, interview, screen, and refer applicants for positions; conduct orientation programs for new employees; analyze turnover and recommend suggestions for improved retention as required.
Assist site leadership in human resources utilization by participating in determining and projecting staffing requirements, sources of qualified personnel, training, and development requirements.
Act as a consultant regarding training and development programs; arrange or conduct programs.
Act as liaison between employees and management; conduct investigations and recommend corrective action; assist management in the utilization of constructive communication, including administering disciplinary actions.
Interact with all shifts and departments on a regular basis; maintain a visible presence across all shifts and departments; attend routine team and DDS meetings, ensuring awareness of floor activities and business priorities.
Develop, propose, and administer approved wage and salary programs including job analysis, job descriptions, job evaluation, and periodic surveys to assure a competitive and equitable compensation program; recommend changes as needed.
Assist Corporate HR with the annual performance review process to ensure reviews are completed timely and accurately; discuss performance with the leadership team as a means of identifying future growth potential and supporting the corporate succession planning process.
Assist Corporate HR in the execution of corporate employee relations policies and programs designed to keep the corporation union-free by analyzing the effects of practices/policies programs; recommend changes to meet goals and objectives.
Ensure compliance with laws relative to wages and hours, employee relations, employee benefits, employment opportunities, and other related employment laws; act as a consultant within the corporation in interpreting the administration of the laws; seek assistance from Corporate HR Director and legal counsel as appropriate.
Maintain a system of employee personnel record keeping, retention, and access by authorized personnel.
Administer the corporate drug program, which includes pre-employment screening, random tests, and post-accident screening, when applicable.
Follow and enforce all safety policies and procedures including the use of safety equipment (PPE) and equipment safeguards; work to advance and promote the safety culture of the site.
Perform other related duties.
Communicate consistently with the HR Manager and HR leadership regarding progress, delays, and task status; provide weekly updates and proactively raise issues before escalation is required.
Demonstrate urgency in executing HR tasks such as onboarding, employee conversions, investigations, and compliance-related items; track actions and meet all business-driven deadlines.
Ensure all special projects are aligned with business priorities and receive approval from the HR Manager or HR leadership prior to initiation.
Model a positive, professional HR presence and approach, fostering trust and engagement across departments.