Plant HR Business Partner

National Gypsum Company • Fort Dodge, IA

17d • Onsite

About The Position

The Plant HR Business Partner is responsible for developing and maintaining employee relations that support a stable and productive workforce. The role manages and coordinates employment functions, including labor relations, compensation and benefits, workforce planning, alternative work schedule advisement, recruiting and staffing, training and development, performance management, security, and workers’ compensation, while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. The position requires daily interaction with associates at the plant and is not eligible for hybrid work. Domestic travel may be required up to 5% of the time. The position requires the ability to access all plant areas and lift 50 pounds. The company enforces a tobacco-free policy at all locations. Employment is contingent on successfully completing a background investigation, and pre-employment drug screening is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resources Management, or equivalent work experience.
• Five years of Human Resources Management experience in a manufacturing or industrial work environment is preferred.
• Working knowledge and experience in federal and state employment law.
• Excellent communication and group presentation skills.
• Experience with HR-related investigations, specifically Title VII issues.
• Experience conducting training programs.
• Willingness and ability to meet with day-shift employees daily and evening- and night-shift employees periodically each week.
• Willingness and ability to work 9-to-12-hour days as needed.
• Reasonable availability outside working hours for consultation with on-site management and willingness to come on-site outside working hours for time-sensitive HR issues.
• Ability to access all plant areas and lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and climb stairs as frequently as needed.
• Strong computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office, UKG, and Workforce payroll processing products.
• aPHR, PHR, SPHR, or equivalent SHRM certification required, or must be obtained within the first year of employment.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation; pre-employment drug screening is required.

Nice To Haves

• Five years of Human Resources Management experience in a manufacturing or industrial work environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct new-hire orientation and onboarding.
• Investigate HR-related incidents and complaints and recommend corrective action to the appropriate manager.
• Periodically conduct local wage surveys for hourly employees.
• Develop and maintain plant job descriptions for accuracy and FLSA and ADA purposes.
• Attract, interview, and hire qualified applicants to maintain appropriate plant staffing.
• Coordinate pre-employment assessment testing for qualified candidates.
• Complete required physical exams, drug screens, and background checks for job applicants.
• Oversee and advise management on workers’ compensation matters after injuries, working with the company’s selected third-party administrator.
• Oversee and advise management on ADA reasonable accommodations and FMLA leave matters.
• Support plant management in fostering positive employee relations, including assisting with special events and employee committees.
• Maintain non-union status at the non-union facility.
• Participate in developing and implementing Employee Opinion Surveys and action plans.
• Advise supervisors on interview questions, coaching and counseling opportunities, disciplinary actions, and career development.
• Conduct exit interviews and process required termination paperwork.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining HR policies, including the employee handbook; train employees and supervisors on the handbook and company policies; and monitor compliance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and Corporate and plant policies and procedures, particularly FMLA, FLSA, ADA, and EEO Title VII matters.
• Train employees on benefit programs and help resolve insurance-related issues.
• Assist, train, and advise management with weekly payroll time and attendance processing.
• Maintain personnel and medical records in accordance with EEO, privacy, and related requirements.
• Assist plant management in developing job-specific training programs to ensure employees are competent in their key responsibilities.
• Assist the plant Safety Coordinator with safety programs as necessary.
• Meet with day-shift employees daily and evening- and night-shift employees periodically each week to engage the workforce through positive interactions.
• Work 9-to-12-hour days as needed, maintain reasonable availability outside working hours for consultation with on-site management, and be willing to come on-site outside working hours to address time-sensitive HR issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, generally ranging from $80,816 to $100,520 or higher depending on education and experience.
• Comprehensive medical benefits.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Retirement account.
• Parental leave.
• Fertility services.
• Adoption assistance.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Wellness program with medical premium incentives.
• Relocation assistance eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level