Associate Human Resources Business Partner

Starkey is hiring for an Associate Human Resources Business Partner to be the face of Human Resources at Starkey's Global Distribution Center (GDC) in Plainfield, Indiana. The Associate Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible to assist in aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The position serves as a consultant to management on human resource-related issues. The successful Associate HRBP acts as an employee champion and change agent in support of key business strategies. Clients tend to be the front-line management team and their employees. At Starkey, we are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. As a world leader in the manufacturing and delivering of advanced hearing solutions, we go to work each day to ensure every person on the planet has the opportunity to hear their very best. Founded in 1967, Starkey is known for its innovative design, development and distribution of comprehensive digital hearing systems. Headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Starkey has more than 5,000 employees globally, operates 29+ facilities and does business in more than 100 markets worldwide. Here’s a video about the people behind Starkey’s groundbreaking innovation: Hearing is key to our health and happiness. Starkey is much more than the hearing aids we produce. We are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. We believe being able to hear the world and the people around us is as essential to the human experience as breathing. Many recent advances are already being recognized as disruptive technologies that have positioned Starkey hearing aids as the industry’s first devices that go beyond providing just audiological amplification. Our hearing aids now incorporate Artificial Intelligence, embedded activity sensors, language translation and transcription services, as well as an always-on personal voice assistant.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/RESULTS

Assist in employee relations issues and questions Assist in rollout and maintenance of HR programs and practices Evaluate, progress and guide adjustments during organizational change Learn and follow organizational pay philosophy and supporting processes Diagnose and help managers diagnose performance problems Ensure clear performance expectations throughout the department(s) supported Introduce performance management processes, practices, tools and metrics Help identify "high priority" retention needs Follow best practices and policies to retain talent Identify individual, and departmental training and learning needs Responsible for the execution of internal HR processes with assigned client groups Conduct exit interviews of all voluntary terminations Conduct employee relation investigations Participate in any involuntary termination Facilitate trainings, presentations and meetings when necessary Partner with other areas of HR (total rewards, recruiting, Training & Development, etc.) to streamline processes and encourage collaboration. Partner with HRBP on: Help ensure alignment of structure, governance, and policies with organizational strategy Help develop change and communication plans for assigned managers Help leaders/managers determine if/how to introduce change Partner with business to map work‑flow and processes Support leaders and teams tasked with re‑design Support the development of "balanced scorecards" and other metrics for teams and business units Other key initiatives directed by manager

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education, Certification and Experience Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field Certification by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) or the HR Certification Institute (HRCI) preferred Experience 2-5 years of related experience Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred. Experience in all areas of HR is preferred Experience working at all levels of the company; executive to associate level Knowledge / Technical Requirements Strong understanding of employment law and compliance; knowledge of OFCCP, AA, Wage and Hour, FLSA, Non-Compete/Non-Solicit, NDA's and other relevant topics related to Human Resources Competencies, Skills & Abilities Strength with Organizational Design, and Employee Relations Must be able to manage and prioritize competing demands; accept criticism and constructive feedback, while being adaptable and flexible Exceptional communication and presentation skills, interpersonal, and written Confidential Information: This position has access to personnel files, performance management information, salary information and termination information Required Communication External: Communicates with outside agencies, vendors, and government agencies Internal: Communicates regularly with managers and employees at all levels of the company Salary and Other Compensation The annual salary for this position is between $64,680 - $82,950 / year. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is eligible for a bonus based upon performance results. There is no guarantee of payout. Benefits The following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, include medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, company-paid life and short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, employee assistance plan, hearing aid benefits, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, paid floating holidays, paid volunteer service day, paid paternity and maternity leave and tuition reimbursement. This position is eligible for a bonus based upon performance results. There is no guarantee of payout. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Starkey Hearing Technologies