Senior People Business Partner

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Senior People Business Partner Full Time Professional Saint Louis, MO, US 5 days ago Requisition ID: 1105 About Deli Star: Who We Are Deli Star is a next-generation food manufacturing company with a clear purpose: to nourish life through protein with integrity . We specialize in fresh, sous vide cooked proteins and patented food-safety technologies, serving some of the most trusted brands, and culinary teams across the United States. Our mission is ambitious : to build a world-class fresh sous vide system . We are working towards a future in which safe, nutritious, high-quality protein is fresh and accessible to more people. Deli Star is not a typical food manufacturer. We combine the scientific rigor, quality standards and operational discipline required in food manufacturing with the energy, creativity and entrepreneurial mindset of a growth company. With a team of 150 employees and growing, we are large enough to make a meaningful impact while remaining small enough for talented people to influence how the company evolves. We are proud of our strong customer partnerships, our rapid growth and our long‑term commitment to building an innovative, technology‑enabled manufacturing platform. Our people‑first culture is grounded in three core values: Trust, Resilience, and Creativity. We believe the future belongs to companies that can combine quality, innovation and operational excellence at scale. We encourage applicants to explore our website to learn more about our story, our culture and our commitment to transforming the future of fresh protein. Why Join Deli Star? Help Strengthen the Foundation - Play an important role in building the people systems, HR practices and organizational foundations that will support Deli Star’s next stage of growth. Make a Meaningful Impact - This is an opportunity to do more than manage established processes. You will help shape how the company evolves, working closely with leaders and employees across the organization. Join a Values‑Led Culture - Become part of a company that takes trust, resilience and creativity seriously. We value people who act with integrity, take ownership and are willing to bring forward thoughtful ideas. Experience Growth with Purpose - Deli Star offers the energy and opportunity of a scaling business, combined with a clear mission, strong customer partnerships and a long‑term vision. Build Trusted HR Operations - Help create disciplined, compliant and people‑centered HR systems that strengthen the employee experience and support operational excellence. Enjoy Competitive Compensation and Benefits - Receive a competitive compensation package, performance‑related bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits beginning on your first day. Role Overview The Senior People Business Partner serves as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, providing strategic guidance and hands‑on support across all areas of Human Resources. This role is responsible for supporting the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee development, performance management, and offboarding. This role partners closely with business leaders to address workforce needs, resolve employee concerns, and foster a positive, productive work environment. As a visible and engaged member of the organization, the Senior People Business Partner demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, and a commitment to timely follow‑through when addressing employee questions and challenges. Working collaboratively with the broader People & Culture team, this role helps ensure consistent application of HR programs, policies, and practices while upholding Deli Star’s core values of trust, resilience, and creativity. The Senior People Business Partner is instrumental in strengthening Deli Star’s people‑first culture and supporting the organization’s long‑term business objectives. The role contributes to the development and execution of systems, policies, and processes that promote a safe, compliant, and inclusive workplace while reinforcing accountability, fairness, and trust throughout the company. This is a full‑time, exempt position, reporting to our HR Director at our St. Louis, MO office. This position is on‑site four days per week. Talent Management & Employee Development (Focus: attracting, developing, engaging, and retaining talent across the organization.) Partner with leadership and the People & Culture team to attract, develop, and retain top talent while enhancing the overall employee experience. Lead recruitment efforts for salaried and professional roles, partnering closely with hiring managers and the HR team to ensure a positive candidate experience. Facilitate onboarding and new hire integration efforts to support employee success and accelerate productivity. Identify training and development needs and partner with leaders to implement learning and development programs. Support compensation and annual talent processes, including performance reviews, merit planning, promotions, and organizational talent assessments. Equip leaders with engagement strategies and best practices that strengthen culture, improve retention, and drive organizational effectiveness. Employee Relations & Leadership Support (Focus: coaching leaders, managing performance, supporting workforce planning, and driving organizational success.) Provide proactive coaching and guidance to leaders on workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, and policy interpretation and application. Collaborate with leaders to identify, document, and address performance gaps while fostering employee engagement, productivity, and retention. Conduct workplace investigations and administer corrective actions with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment. Support organizational growth and change initiatives, including restructuring efforts, workforce planning, and evolving operating models. Ensure HR policies, programs, and practices align with and reinforce Deli Star’s people‑first culture and organizational values. People Operations, Compliance & Cross‑Functional Partnership (Focus: compliance, administration, risk management, and operational collaboration) Maintain accurate employee records, personnel files, and HR documentation in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures. Collaborate cross‑functionally with Finance/Payroll, EHS, Operations, Quality, and Food Safety teams to promote a safe workplace, strengthen accountability, and support operational excellence across the production environment. Education & Experience Required Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including experience as an HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, or similar role supporting frontline operations and people leaders. Experience partnering directly with managers to address employee relations matters, performance management, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness. Demonstrated success conducting workplace investigations and managing corrective action processes with professionalism, objectivity, and sound judgment. Ability to effectively communicate and build relationships across a diverse and multilingual workforce; bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus. Experience supporting recruitment and talent acquisition efforts across salaried and professional positions. Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR compliance requirements. Proven ability to influence and coach leaders at multiple levels of the organization while building trusted relationships. Proficient analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to interpret and trend data to make strong recommendations around our workforce in alignment with our purpose, vision, mission and values. Ability to shift between counsel and advisement and day‑to‑day support needs. 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