Human Resources Business Partner

The QTI Group is partnering with a Monticello area manufacturer to hire an HR Business Partner. This on-site HRBP will serve as the primary site HR, partnering with plant leadership and employees to drive engagement, strengthen leadership capability, support workforce initiatives, and foster a positive, high-performing workplace. This is a highly visible, hands‑on role that blends strategic HR partnership with day‑to‑day employee support in a fast‑paced production environment. Compensation Range: $90,000 - $100,000 depending on experience Responsibilities include: Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to supervisors and managers on employee relations, performance management, leadership effectiveness, and workforce planning. Maintain a visible presence throughout the facility, building relationships at all levels. Lead employee relations matters, including workplace investigations, conflict resolution, corrective actions, and employee concerns. Support recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retention efforts for hourly and supervisory positions. Guide leaders through performance management processes, employee development planning, and succession readiness initiatives. Identify training and development opportunities and support programs that build leadership capability and employee skills. Manage workers' compensation cases, accommodations, return-to-work programs, and employee leave processes in partnership with internal and external resources. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, and HR best practices. Monitor HR metrics such as turnover, attendance, staffing levels, and employee engagement, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement. Support employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, culture-building efforts, and organizational change initiatives. Assist with HR administration, HRIS maintenance, benefits support, payroll coordination, and employee records management. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing, distribution, or related operational environment. Demonstrated success managing employee relations issues, workplace investigations, and performance management matters. Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR compliance requirements, and HR best practices. Experience supporting talent acquisition, workforce planning, engagement, and leadership development. Strong interpersonal, coaching, conflict resolution, and communication skills. Experience with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office applications; experience with ADP Workforce Now is a plus. Professional certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP are preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus but not required. Note: relocation assistance not available #J-18808-Ljbffr The QTI Group