Human Resources Business Partner

Job Title:  Human Resources Business Partner

Location:  Los Angeles, CA

Employment Type:  Contract - 3-6 months

Industry:  Transportation Manufacturing

Compensation: $52.88- $64.90/hour

About the Opportunity:

We're seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to support a large, unionized workforce within a dynamic operational environment. In this highly visible role, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, driving HR strategy, employee relations, workforce planning, talent development, labor relations, and compliance initiatives while supporting approximately 140 employees.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Opportunity to influence business strategy through impactful HR leadership
• High-visibility role supporting a large workforce and key operational programs
• Collaborative environment focused on employee engagement, development, and organizational success
• Ability to partner directly with leadership on workforce planning, talent initiatives, and labor relations

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple areas of human resources while supporting a critical operational workforce. You'll serve as a strategic HR partner, helping leaders navigate workforce challenges, develop talent, and create a positive employee experience.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

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What You'll Do:

• Partner with managers and employees to provide guidance on employee relations, HR policies, labor relations, and performance management
• Develop workforce plans, support recruiting efforts, and ensure staffing needs are met across the organization
• Lead talent management initiatives including performance reviews, succession planning, training, and employee development programs
• Support compensation, salary review, incentive, and total rewards programs
• Analyze HR metrics and workforce data to support business decisions and improve organizational effectiveness
• Collaborate with leadership, unions, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with employment laws and labor agreements

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• 5+ years of Human Resources experience in a similar industry, operational, manufacturing, transportation, or service environment
• 2+ years of experience ing California employment laws, regulations, and HR compliance requirements
• 3+ years of Labor Relations and Union experience
• 5+ years of HR Generalist experience supporting employee relations, performance management, talent development, compensation, and workforce planning
• 2+ years of experience supporting recruitment, workforce planning, and succession planning initiatives
• 2+ years of experience advising managers on employee relations, employment law, and HR policy matters
• 1+ years of experience utilizing HR metrics, reporting, workforce analytics, and HR systems
• 1+ years of experience supporting compensation, salary review, incentive, or total rewards programs
• 1+ years of experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

What Sets You Apart:

• PHR, SPHR, or equivalent HR certification
• Experience supporting rail, transportation, manufacturing, industrial, or field-service operations
• Experience working with multiple labor unions
• Leadership or people-management experience within Human Resources
• Experience with HRIS platforms, workforce analytics, and organizational metrics
• Expertise in compensation and benefits administration
• Experience leading organizational change initiatives

Additional Information:

• Work location: Los Angeles, California
• Schedule: 5x8 work schedule (Monday-Friday)
• Supports a workforce of approximately 140 employees
• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen
• Overtime: May be required to support business operations and employee relations matters
• Lifting Requirements: Standard office requirements; no specific lifting requirements identified
• Interview Process: Virtual and/or onsite interviews with leadership and key stakeholders

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