Senior HR Business Partner

Bridgestone Americas

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner serves as the strategic HR partner for the Indy Car race tire manufacturing facility as well as the Product Development Operations team. The role will partner closely with plant leadership and management teams to align people strategies with business objectives. This hands-on role drives workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, organizational development, and HR compliance while fostering a high-performance, safety-focused culture. The Sr. HRBP acts as a trusted advisor to management, providing both strategic guidance and operational support to enhance employee engagement, strengthen organizational capability, and deliver measurable business results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will be onsite 5 days/week at the Akron, OH Technology Center.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3-5 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience
• Exposure and experience with unionized manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Demonstrated experience in employee relations, talent management, and organizational development.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in heavy manufacturing, automotive, rubber, or tire production.
• SHRM‑CP or PHR certification

Responsibilities

• Leads projects or processes of diverse scope, while working independently with limited supervision
• Partners closely with local USW President to maintain a positive and successful relationship with the local union.
• Supports continuous improvement/automation activities
• Uses advanced analytical/technical problem solving to develop new solutions to existing problems/procedures.
• Supports relationships through strong communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead complex employee relations investigations and ensure consistent, fair resolution aligned with company policies and legal requirements.
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement across all shifts.
• Oversee talent acquisition strategies for hourly and salaried roles, ensuring staffing levels support production demands.
• Partner with corporate HR centers of excellence (COEs) to deploy enterprise programs at the plant level.
• Drive continuous improvement in HR processes, systems, and reporting.

Benefits

• competitive compensation
• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• An effective and inclusive team.

What This Job Offers

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