HR Business Partner

Partner with departmental and business leaders on strategic initiatives, including organizational engagement and culture, business transformation and restructures, workforce planning, performance management, career pathing, and succession planning Collaborate with leaders to identify training needs, ensure completion of required training, and support leadership and development Recommend training programs and partner with the HR Director and regional Talent Management Team on career development tools, competency matrices, leadership programs, HR orientation, and the annual performance review process Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, strengthen morale, increase productivity, and enhance retention Provide guidance and coaching to associates and leaders regarding engagement, performance management, talent assessment, career development, and retention strategies Lead the off-boarding process, conduct exit interviews, identify trends, and recommend improvements Administer end-to-end FMLA, short-term disability, workers’ compensation, and leave-of-absence claims in partnership with team members and supervisors, ensuring compliance with facility OSHA requirements Conduct new hire onboarding, virtually and in person, and process all documents for new team members at the Oswego facility Serve as a trusted first point of contact for HR needs across the Oswego site Partner directly with plant leaders to align operational goals and build an inclusive culture for hourly production associates Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communication, Organizational Leadership, or related field At least 5 years of progressive HR experience in warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing Current location within a commutable distance to Oswego, Illinois Willingness to work onsite 5 days a week in Oswego, Illinois Must currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role Experience with Workday HCM system is a plus Experience in the food/CPG industry is a plus Bilingual in Spanish is a plus SPHR certificate is a plus Ability to build trust with leaders, managers, and employees Ability to articulate complex HR concepts clearly to non-HR audiences and present data-driven recommendations Ability to interpret and communicate policy changes through effective change management Experience resolving employee relations issues, providing coaching and guidance, and conducting thorough, objective investigations Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in strategic HR initiatives, including performance management, talent development, and employee engagement. Proficient in administering HR processes and compliance, with a focus on building inclusive workplace cultures. Highest-signal resume keywords Strategic HR Partnership Performance Management Talent Development Employee Engagement Workday HCM Experience ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Performance Management Talent Assessment FMLA Administration Onboarding Process Employee Relations Resolution Succession Planning Training Program Development Compliance with OSHA Data-Driven Recommendations Change Management Soft Skills Trust Building Coaching Clear Communication Relationship Management Morale Improvement Certifications & Qualifications SPHR Certificate Industry Keywords Warehouse HR Experience Logistics HR Experience Manufacturing HR Experience Food Industry Experience CPG Industry Experience Bilingual in Spanish Tools & Technologies Workday HCM #J-18808-Ljbffr