Human Resources Business Partner

HR Business Partner

UBE C1 Chemicals America is building a new, state of the art Dimethyl Carbonate / Ethyl methyl Carbonate production plant as a tenant in Waggaman, Louisiana. We are seeking a hands-on HR Business Partner that will work alongside the operations team and will be a champion of change management & organizational development. The HRBP will play a key role in aligning business objectives with employee management and talent development, ensuring the company's culture, performance, and compliance standards are consistently upheld.

HR Strategy & Business Partnership

• Partner with leadership to align HR strategies with business goals and objectives.
• Provide proactive HR solutions to address organizational challenges in the manufacturing environment.
• Advise managers on people-related issues, including employee relations, performance management, and organizational changes.

Employee Relations

• Act as a trusted advisor to management and employees, providing guidance on conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and other employee relations issues.
• Ensure a positive and inclusive work environment that fosters open communication and teamwork.
• Investigate and resolve employee concerns in a timely and confidential manner.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Collaborate with internal and external recruitment teams to drive hiring initiatives, ensuring the workforce has the required skills for both current and future business needs.
• Oversee the onboarding process, ensuring new hires are integrated into the culture of the organization effectively.

Training & Development

• Identify training and development needs for employees and managers, and coordinate or deliver relevant training programs by partnering with internal and external training experts.
• Support career development and succession planning initiatives to build and maintain a high-performing workforce.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements through training programs related to safety, ethics, and compliance.

Performance Management

• Implement performance management systems and processes to drive employee productivity and engagement.
• Provide guidance to managers on goal setting, performance reviews, and the development of action plans for underperforming employees.

Compensation & Benefits

• Work with leadership to ensure compensation programs are competitive and aligned with the organization's compensation philosophy.
• Assist employees in understanding and utilizing benefits programs.
• Monitor labor costs and recommend changes where appropriate to maintain workforce efficiency.

Health & Safety

• Promote a culture of safety and well-being within the workplace.

HR Metrics & Reporting

• Monitor and report on key HR metrics such as turnover, retention, absenteeism, and employee engagement.
• Provide actionable insights to leadership based on HR data and trends.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and feedback.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of HR experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment (chemical manufacturing experience is a plus).
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations, particularly within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of driving organizational change, employee development, and business transformation.
• Experience with talent acquisition, performance management, and employee relations in a high-paced, unionized or non-unionized manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and manage relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS (Human Resource Information System).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in HR (SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar certifications).
• Experience working in both union and non-unionized chemical manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other safety regulations specific to the chemical manufacturing industry.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: UBE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.