HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner Join Our Team and Keep Moving Forward with Breg! At Breg, we are dedicated to advancing orthopedic solutions that enhance the lives of patients and support healthcare professionals. As a leader in the orthopedic industry, we provide innovative products, consulting, technology, and services that help people move forward with confidence. We are currently seeking an HR Business Partner in Carlsbad. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation and impact go hand in hand, this is the opportunity for you. Who You Are: You are a forward-thinking professional who values collaboration, innovation, and making a meaningful difference. You bring expertise in the ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally and are eager to contribute to a team that is committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes. What You'll Do: As a Human Resource Business Partner, you will: Collaborate with business leaders to understand organizational and department goals, align HR strategies, and provide tailored guidance to maximize workforce effectiveness. Actively participate in assigned business unit meetings to provide HR insights, align talent strategies with business objectives, and support leaders in addressing workforce challenges proactively. Partner with leaders to assess team talent, identify skill gaps, and develop strategies for talent development, succession planning, and performance improvement to meet evolving business needs. Implement key HR programs, such as performance management, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives within assigned business units. Serve as a trusted advisor for managers and employees, addressing employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and performance challenges with sound judgment and discretion. Provide critical analysis of situations to suggest solutions and courses of action for resolution including disciplinary actions. Coach leaders on effective management practices, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and inclusivity. Support organizational change initiatives and cultural transformation facilitating alignment between leadership, including cross-functional leadership, and business objectives. Analyze HR metrics, benchmarking data, and trends to identify gaps and opportunities to provide actionable insights that inform business decisions and drive organizational success in remaining competitive, attracting, and retaining top talent. Maintain HR systems and databases to ensure accurate employee information and reporting capabilities. Independently research and answer routine and non-routine questions related to HR from employees, managers, Accounting, Finance, and Payroll. Provide information regarding established HR policies, benefit programs, forms, records, and practices. Recognize the need for deviation from standard practices and gain the appropriate approval. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, minimizing legal exposure and risk. Develop, update, and implement assigned HR policies and procedures to reflect regulatory changes and best practices. Partner with leaders to develop job descriptions and oversee the recruitment process to ensure the right talent is brought in to support business goals. May manage the full-cycle recruitment process for non-exempt and exempt positions, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and cultural fit. Assist with the workers compensation program including claims reporting, ergonomics, safety, OSHA Log, "return to work" evaluations, medical management, and frequent communication with WC carrier. Will assist managers/supervisors with the completion of accident/incident notification reports and investigations. Assist the Benefits and HRIS Manager with the administration of leaves of absence such as FMLA, Workers' Compensation, Pregnancy Disability Leave, etc. Responsible for behaving in a professional manner both internally and externally in relationships that positively impact the company's reputation and comply with the company's policies and practices. Responsible for being accountable and committed to demonstrating Breg's cultural beliefs and achieving the key results of the company. Responsible for promoting Breg's culture within the organization using established tools such as storytelling, providing focused feedback, and recognition. The performance of the position is aligned with the culture of commitment and accountability, following the steps of: See it, Own it, Solve it, and Do it. What You Bring: Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Business Management, or a related field, and 5+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Strong Employee Relations experience. Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws required. Coaching and development proficiency, with the ability to influence leaders and drive accountability. Change management capability. Exposure to medical device, manufacturing, or similar regulated environments preferred. Strong communication, judgment, and business partnership skills. Mergers and Acquisitions or integration experience preferred. Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification highly desired. Experience with HRIS platforms of moderate to advanced complexity required; previous experience with UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group), TRESS highly desired. Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint along with strong web browsing and internet research capabilities. Why Breg? At Breg, we invest in our people and culture. We offer: Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, effective the first of the month after hire. Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and company-paid holidays. Growth & Development: Opportunities for professional advancement within a company that values your contributions. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Breg is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Compensation Salary Range: $90,000-$100,000 USD Annually. Actual compensation is determined by factors such as experience, skills, and business needs. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target range for new hire base salary/pay across all US locations. Actual pay is based on many factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographical location, work experience, skill set, relevant trainings and certifications, and business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus. #J-18808-Ljbffr