Senior People Business Partner

Senior People Business Partner

At Orbia, purpose is what draws us together and drives us every single day. Everywhere we are, we are thinking big and working smart to solve some of the toughest challenges. This is where your abilities can be developed. Where your ambitions can be realized. Where you can own your part in our transformation. Where you can find a diverse, global community of teammates who are making a difference with you. And where you'll be taken care of as you take care of bringing purpose to life.

POSITION TITLE: Senior People Business Partner

LOCATION: St. Gabriel, LA

Our Fluor and Energy Materials business group is seeking to hire a Senior People Business Partner to support our facility in St. Gabriel, LA. The People Business Partner will serve as a hands-on generalist and partner to leaders and employees at all levels at our growing operations plant in St. Gabriel, LA, and in our Madison, WI operations plant. This role is responsible for delivering full-spectrum HR support, strengthening organizational capability, and fostering a high-performing, inclusive culture. The PBP will collaborate closely with plant leadership and Centers of Excellence (COEs) to drive workforce planning, employee relations, support local talent development and recruitment efforts, and drive HR process excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive culture aligned with company values
• Serve as the primary on-site HR contact for employees and leaders, providing guidance on policies, performance management, conflict resolution, and workplace practices
• Coach leaders on effective people management, communication, and engagement strategies
• Partner with plant leadership to understand business goals and translate them into workforce plans
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition COE to identify recruitment needs and support the full hiring lifecycle for plant roles; participate in interviews, selection, and onboarding to ensure a strong candidate and new-hire experience
• Partner with the Talent & Learning COE to implement performance reviews, development programs, succession planning, and high-potential identification; support leadership capability-building initiatives and plant training programs
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws as well as internal policies
• Manage the development, communication, and compliance of employee policies, while maintaining accurate, secure, and up-to-date employee files in alignment with organizational and legal requirements
• Maintain accurate HR data, reporting, and documentation
• Partner with Compensation & Benefits COEs to support annual cycles and resolve employee questions
• Drive process improvements to enhance HR service delivery onsite

Requirements

Academic Level: Bachelor's in human resources, Business Administration, or related field

Language(s) and level of proficiency: Fluent - written and spoken English

Knowledge/Experience: Minimum 8 years of progressive HR experience, preferably within chemical manufacturing, industrial operations, supply chain, or related environments

Solid understanding of HR compliance and best practices

Demonstrated ability to build trust, influence leaders, and navigate complex, fast-paced environments

What We Offer

401k with a 6% company match (the company will automatically contribute an extra 3% of your plan-eligible pay to your 401k)

Multi-tier benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) that you can tailor for yourself and dependents which include Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, & Life Insurance

Wellness Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid parental leave, Fitness & Weight-loss Reimbursement

Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, eleven paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, career development opportunities, and many other benefits in a collaborative culture that focuses on work & work-life balance, innovation, & teamwork. Benefits start on day one!

At Fluor & Energy Materials, we strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. Our leadership is guided by Orbia's values: Be Brave: We move forward with curiosity and ambition to create a better world. We ask big questions, create safe spaces to test solutions, take risks, and exercise creativity. Take Responsibility: We hold ourselves accountable, realizing our actions have impact. We listen closely to our customers, deliver on our commitments, and lead with ethics and integrity. Embrace Diversity: We are stronger by welcoming different perspectives. We work towards a diverse, inclusive, and equal world, starting with our global community.

Acquisition based on this vacancy is not appreciated and unsolicited applications from third parties will not be accepted.

The compensation for this position will typically range from $89,000 - $164,500 per year. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. The compensation package may also include short- and long-term incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, parental leave, short- and long-term disability leave, and an employee assistance program.

At Orbia, we are committed to taking care of our employees and believe in providing comprehensive support so you can thrive at work and home.

If you are excited about this role and your experience and competencies somewhat align with the qualification in the posting, we encourage you to apply. Everywhere you are, you bring your unique skills, talents and perspective to moving your career, the company, people and the planet forward. We believe that every voice matters; every community deserves respect; and every challenge is an opportunity and united by empathy, we are stronger for our different perspectives. Where purpose comes to life, it changes lives. This is what working at Orbia is all about.

Orbia is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.