Human Resources Business Partner

The County Materials Family of Companies manufactures and delivers concrete construction products to meet the demand for growing communities. Since 1946, we've relied on our talented and dedicated team members to provide reliable products with personalized service.


We're hiring a Bilingual Human Resources Business Partner to join County Materials in Youngstown, PA

Job Summary:
The Human Resources Business Partner (HR Business Partner / HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor to business leaders, aligning human resources strategies with organizational and site-level business goals. This role partners closely with leadership and employees to drive talent management, employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, and workforce performance.

The HRBP provides expert guidance across employee relations, recruiting, performance management, labor relations, compliance, and change management, ensuring adherence to employment laws and company policies. By leveraging HR analytics, business insight, and HR best practices, the HR Business Partner delivers scalable people solutions that support operational excellence and sustainable business growth while fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Design and implement HR strategies, guidelines, and procedures aligned with corporate HR policies to support short- and long-term business objectives
• Serve as a trusted advisor to site and business leaders on workforce planning, leadership effectiveness, organizational design, and change management
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to manage end-to-end recruiting processes, including workforce need assessment, organizational design review, job postings, hiring events, interviews, selection, and offers
• Interview and support the selection of salaried and key personnel while ensuring compliant, consistent hiring practices
• Provide leadership coaching and HR guidance to managers on employee relations matters, investigations, corrective actions, and conflict resolution
• Support the creation of a high-engagement, high-productivity work environment through proactive coaching and employee relations assessments
• Promote positive employee relations to minimize risk of collective bargaining activity
• Support wage and compensation administration in line with corporate compensation frameworks
• Act as the local HR point of contact for employee benefits, investigations, safety-related HR matters, and policy interpretation
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state/provincial, and federal labor laws
• Provide consistent interpretation and application of employment legislation and company policies across the site
• Lead and support initiatives related to organizational design, workforce effectiveness, performance management, succession planning, and competency development
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence through HR-focused initiatives
• Maintain accurate HR records and compile reports related to hires, transfers, performance evaluations, attendance, and other workforce metrics
• Leverage HR data and analytics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Promote company values, ethics, and culture through HR programs and leader partnership
• Perform other duties and HR projects as assigned

COUNTY Core Competencies: The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

• Integrity & Organizational Awareness
• Customer First Focus
• Results Driven Orientation
• Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Creativity & Innovation

Job-Based Competencies:

• Business Strategy
• Employee Relationship Management
• Employment Law
• Workforce Planning
• Training & Development
• Leadership Development
• Succession Planning
• HR Operations
• Organizational Change Management
• Resource Management
• Consultation
• Communication
• Leadership
• Conflict Resolution
• Confidentiality
• Critical Thinking

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Management, or a closely related field
• Minimum of four (4) years of human resources experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or plant-based environment
• Fluency in both English and Spanish is required, including the ability to read, write, speak, and translate information accurately between both languages.
• Strong working knowledge of all core Human Resources functions, including employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, and HR compliance
• In-depth understanding of employment law, labor laws, and regulatory compliance at the local, state/provincial, and federal levels
• Demonstrated experience creating and sustaining collaborative, positive, and effective employee relations in fast-paced or union-sensitive environments
• Proven track record of successfully supporting organizational change initiatives, transformation efforts, and continuous improvement programs
• Strong ability to partner with business leaders and managers to align HR strategies with operational and business objectives
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve organizational and individual performance issues using innovative, data-driven, and people-focused solutions
• Experience with HRIS timekeeping systems or similar workforce management tools; participation in system implementations or upgrades strongly preferred
• Ability to provide effective HR guidance and consultation at all organizational levels, from frontline employees to senior leadership
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, succinctly, and persuasively across diverse audiences
• Comprehensive knowledge of HR best practices, tools, and methodologies gained through progressive experience and professional development
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 30%, with travel demands varying based on assigned locations and business needs

Work Environment:

• Work is typically performed in indoors in an office or inside of a plant.
• Exposure may include: Moderate noise
• Travel required: 30%
• Typical work hours/shifts: Full-time, 40+ hours a week generally 7am-4pm onsite.

Physical & Work Expectations:

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, or handling materials/equipment.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, or lifting/moving up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to concentrate, follow detailed instructions, communicate effectively, and safely perform job duties.
• May require the operation of specific tools, equipment, or vehicles associated with the position.

The County Materials Family of Companies connects candidates with rewarding careers in concrete manufacturing, an industry that's growing faster than most. We work alongside individuals to leverage their skills and align them with diverse job opportunities in production, transportation, safety, finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, risk management, and more.


Military service members and veterans are encouraged to apply.


Benefits Overview:


Central Processing Corporation is the payroll and benefit service of the County Materials Family of Companies.

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid Short-term & Long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• 8 Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Referral rewards program
• Wellness program with rewards
• Flexible Savings Options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Life Insurance
• $200 Boot Allowance
• Safety focused: GUARD for Life
• Voluntary critical illness & accident insurance
• Optional Uniform Program

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County Materials Family of Companies is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.


We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all new hires.