HR Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner

Tremco Construction Products Group (CPG), part of RPM International Inc., unites industry-leading building envelope solutions manufacturers, service providers and trusted brands—including Tremco, Nudura, Dryvit, Willseal, Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. and Weatherproofing Technologies Canada—to deliver comprehensive, integrated building systems. With operations spanning North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, India and Latin America, Tremco CPG has a global presence supported by regional businesses and distributors who understand local market needs for commercial, industrial and residential construction and restoration projects.

The Human Resources (HR) Business Partner reports to the Director, Human Resources and supports a talent driven culture through collaboration, coaching and advising, developing talent, building competencies, scheduling and delivering performance management programs and philosophies, benchmarking compensation, developing job descriptions, conducting investigations, addressing employee relations concerns, assisting with organization design/structure, coordinating HR processes, ensuring employment law compliance and maintaining accurate HRIS metrics and analytics.

This position will work onsite at our Columbus, GA facility. This manufacturing site operates 24x7 with 12-hour shifts (7 AM - 7 PM) - ideal candidate will have flexibility to split shifts at least 2 days per week to ensure support & coverage to all employees & managers.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Collaborates with key internal and external partners to deliver high-quality, leading HR practices in support of developing and maintaining a high-performance culture.
• Partners with leaders and managers on human capital management strategies to develop, engage, motivate and retain team members.
• Addresses and resolves employee issues and/or concerns across all levels. Provides guidance, coaching, and employee counseling.
• Develops, analyzes and maintains accurate job descriptions and salary grade assignments for all positions and ensures consistency across North America.
• Partners with assigned leaders on the talent review and career development process and provides support and guidance on succession planning initiatives.
• Assists managers with creating, implementing, and maintaining career paths, ladders, or hierarchies for their departments.
• Develops and delivers management and/or employee training to support organizational effectiveness and self-service initiatives.
• Collaborates with managers on organizational design and structural changes.
• Provides compensation benchmarking and analysis; assigns salary grades for new or updated positions.
• Supports recruitment efforts and partners with talent acquisition/recruiting staff to ensure a smooth talent acquisition process.
• Guides managers through on-boarding process and requirements for all new hires.
• Conducts exit interviews, tracks feedback, and recommends potential improvements.
• Organizes and tracks performance management, merit increase and annual bonus process.
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State and Local employment laws.
• Recommends enhancements to HRIS/HCM systems to leverage technology to support human capital strategies.
• Utilizes available technology systems to create, develop and run reports in accordance with established schedules and upon request.
• Provides general human resources assistance or support on company acquisition and integration initiatives, corporate priorities, and continuous improvement projects.
• Maintains company and departmental processes to ensure consistency and compliance.

Education/Experience requirement:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Business Management or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a professional human resources capacity (i.e. HR Generalist or Business Partner); experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Proven experience providing high-quality, proactive, HR support in a fast-paced, ever-changing, onsite and remote environment.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• SHRM-CP or PHR a plus

Other skills & qualifications:

• Strong customer service and problem solving orientation.
• Proactive and collaborative approach to building and maintaining effective HR partnerships with assigned customers.
• Maintain objectivity and provide honest and transparent feedback. May require the delivery of unpopular and sometimes difficult messages.
• Ensures confidentiality as appropriate and can effectively manage stressful situations with patience and grace.
• Detail oriented, proficient with technology, a quick learner, and a self-manager.
• Ability to excel in a remote or onsite work environment, both independently and as a member of a team.
• General knowledge of compensation benchmarking, market rates, parity and internal equity.
• Strong communication, presentation and collaboration skills.
• Comfort presenting information and training topics to large groups of people virtually or in person.
• Knowledge and experience with various business/HR software –Kronos, Dayforce, Oracle, Concur, etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, at an intermediate or advanced level (includes but not limited to Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Sharepoint, OneDrive, etc.)
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, clear and professional communication skills, efficient time management, initiative, and critical thinking skills are a must.
• Escalates issues/concerns as appropriate
• Demonstrated ability to drive decisions in ambiguous situations based on experience, company policy and best practice.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Physical demands:

Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, and lift up to 10 lbs.

Benefits and compensation:

The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $72,000 to $80,000. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.

The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.