Senior, HR Business Partner

Bridgestone Americas • Wilson, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) serves as the strategic HR leader for a high‑volume manufacturing plant specializing in large rim diameter tire production. This role partners closely with plant leadership to drive workforce strategy, strengthen organizational capability, and ensure a high‑performance, safety‑focused culture. The Sr. HRBP will lead HR initiatives across employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, labor strategy, and organizational development while supporting the manufacturing environment. This is a hands‑on, onsite role that requires strong business acumen, a proactive approach to problem‑solving, and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in HR/Business or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in a Human Resources or similar role, preferably with exposure to 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, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR advisor to plant leadership, providing guidance on organizational design, workforce strategy, and talent planning.
• Translate business objectives into HR strategies that support operational excellence, safety, and productivity.
• Use data and analytics to identify trends, diagnose issues, and recommend solutions that improve workforce performance.
• 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.
• Partner with leaders to reinforce a positive, inclusive, and safety‑driven work environment.
• Oversee talent acquisition strategies for hourly and salaried roles, ensuring staffing levels support production demands.
• Lead performance management processes, including coaching leaders on feedback, development planning, and succession readiness.
• Identify skill gaps and partner with training teams to build technical and leadership capability.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as company policies and safety standards.
• Support labor strategy, including workforce scheduling, attendance management, and hourly workforce engagement.
• Maintain strong documentation practices and audit readiness.
• Lead HR processes such as compensation reviews, benefits education, leave management, and policy implementation.
• 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

• 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.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

What This Job Offers

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