HR Business Partner

Location: Rochester, MN (100% Onsite) Targeting candidates from: Rochester, Owatonna, Austin, Albert Lea, Winona, Red Wing, Faribault, Mankato, La Crosse (WI), Decorah (IA), and surrounding communities. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (Onsite) About The Role Benchmark is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead Human Resources for our Rochester manufacturing facility. This role is ideal for a hands-on HR professional who thrives in employee relations while also helping drive workforce planning, leadership development, and organizational growth. Initially, the role will focus heavily on employee relations, investigations, compliance, performance management, and manager coaching. Over time, you'll partner closely with site leadership to shape workforce strategy, organizational effectiveness, and culture initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead employee relations, investigations, performance management, and HR compliance. Coach and support managers on people-related issues and leadership development. Partner with site leadership on workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational change. Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and employee experience. Provide guidance to an HR Generalist and Receptionist. Collaborate with corporate HR and Talent Acquisition teams. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field. 6+ years of progressive HR experience. Strong employee relations, investigations, and performance management experience. Knowledge of employment law and HR compliance. Experience coaching leaders and partnering with business teams. Preferred Manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environment experience. Experience with workforce planning, change management, or leadership development. PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification. Why Join Benchmark? This is an opportunity to make an immediate impact while helping shape the future of HR at a growing manufacturing site. You'll work closely with leadership, influence business decisions, and play a key role in building a strong employee culture and workforce strategy. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Rochester, MN. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Health & Wellness Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Access to a broad provider network and healthcare coverage options Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental health and wellness resources Wellness programs and initiatives Financial Benefits 401(k) retirement plan Company 401(k) match Financial wellness resources and planning tools Annual bonus opportunity (your role is eligible for a 10% target bonus) Time Off & Work-Life Balance Paid vacation Paid holidays Sick time (varies by policy/location) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Rochester,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr