Human Resources Business Partner

We are searching for an onsite HR Business Partner to support plant operations. This position is the conduit for positive employee and management relations and will also be accountable for other human resources generalist responsibilities.

This position will administer and coordinate the Human Resource policies and programs covering several of the following areas: partnering with managers and supervisors, employee relations, wage, salary and payroll administration, orientation and training, safety and health, benefits administration. This position also administers the recruitment, development, and retention of employees; has knowledge of EEO laws and general human resources concepts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implements and administers on-going policies, programs, and procedures to foster understanding of and partner with management and supervisors for optimal positive employee relations and retention strategies.
• Works alongside managers and/or supervisors in an advisory capacity when needed.
• Mentors the Human Resources Assistant and is responsible for reviewing assignments, meeting project milestones, making recommendations and providing feedback.
• Ensures communication between managers and/or supervisors is fluid and continuous.
• Responsible for monitoring employee retention at the facility is maintained at an acceptable level.
• Uses knowledge, experience, and continuous interpretation of facility dynamics to help understand and determine the training and educational needs of the hourly employees and administrative management employees and makes recommendations for continuous improvement initiatives and strategies.
• Manages all new employee recruitment, orientation, and training.
• Responsible for the Safety programs, the Safety Committee and meetings, Compliance and Training, and OSHA recordkeeping requirements and logs.
• Accountable for Safety and Workers' Compensation protocols and the administration of Workers Comp claims. Assists managers and supervisors.
• Performs HR statistical analysis and prepares reports and communicates data and trends.
• Responsible for employee benefit enrollments, questions, or inquiries.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited four-year college or university
• 2+ years relevant experience
• General knowledge of employment laws and practices
• Knowledge of Human Resource systems; Internet software; Microsoft Office ()Excel, Word and PowerPoint), Payroll Database software
• Possesses specialized knowledge of HR systems, processes, and procedures, including administration of benefits, compensation and other programs.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to partner with managers and supervisors.
• Must be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.