Senior HR Business Partner – Semiconductor Manufacturing (On-Site)

GlobalFoundries • New York, NY

14d • $72,000 - $126,000 • Onsite

About The Position

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. This isn't a typical HRBP seat. This is a front-row partnership with the engineering and operations leaders running one of the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities in the United States. GlobalFoundries Fab 8 in Malta, NY is at the epicenter of the U.S. semiconductor resurgence, powering technologies for AI, automotive, aerospace & defense, and next-generation silicon photonics. We're looking for a seasoned, strategic HR Business Partner who thrives in high-velocity manufacturing environments and wants to shape the people strategy behind the chips that shape the world.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with meaningful time as a strategic HRBP in a manufacturing, semiconductor, or technical/engineering environment.
• Proven track record of influencing senior leaders (Director+ level) and operating as a trusted advisor, not just an HR generalist.
• Deep expertise in employee relations, performance management, talent strategy, and organizational effectiveness.
• Exceptional business storytelling skills with the ability to translate HR data into an accessible, influential narrative that moves leaders to action.
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to use data to diagnose problems and build solutions.
• Experience with Workday strongly preferred.
• Highly collaborative with the ability to build strong, trusted relationships quickly across leadership teams, cross-functional partners, and key stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• 7+ years of HR experience with progressive HRBP responsibility.
• Master's degree in HR, MBA, or related advanced degree.
• Prior experience in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or high-tech environments.
• Experience supporting 24/7 shift-based manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with AI/automation tools for HR productivity.
• Change management certification or demonstrated experience leading large-scale organizational change.
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR strategist for assigned semiconductor manufacturing client groups, translating business priorities into high-impact people solutions across talent acceleration, workforce planning, organizational design, and leadership capability building.
• Build deep credibility with engineering and operations leaders by understanding their business rhythms, KPIs, and talent challenges at a technical level.
• Drive critical talent identification and retention strategies, including proactive counteroffer analysis, compensation benchmarking, and targeted development plans.
• Own the end-to-end performance management cycle, including goal-setting, calibrations (9-Box), focal planning, and development planning.
• Partner with leaders on succession planning, high-potential development, and building a robust pipeline of manufacturing talent.
• Coach managers on giving meaningful feedback, managing performance constructively, and creating environments where engineers and technicians want to stay and grow.
• Cultivate a culture of trust, accountability, and belonging across a 24/7 semiconductor manufacturing workforce, from engineers and technicians to leadership teams.
• Navigate complex employee relations matters with empathy, judgment, and speed, including investigations, conflict resolution, and sensitive separations.
• Champion site engagement initiatives and help make our Malta campus a destination workplace.
• Leverage HR analytics to identify workforce trends such as attrition, engagement, and compensation health, then translate those insights into actionable recommendations for leadership.
• Maintain and contribute to real-time talent trackers and dashboards that enable proactive retention and workforce planning decisions.
• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Benefits

• GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential.
• GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people.
• Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.
• All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law

What This Job Offers

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