Senior HR Business Partner - Semiconductor Manufacturing (On-Site)

HR Business Partner

GlobalFoundries Fab 8 in Malta, NY is at the epicenter of the U.S. semiconductor resurgence, powering technologies for AI, automotive, aerospace & defense, and next-generation silicon photonics. We're looking for a seasoned, strategic HR Business Partner who thrives in high-velocity manufacturing environments and wants to shape the people strategy behind the chips that shape the world.

Essential Responsibilities:

You'll serve as a dedicated HRBP for engineering and operations client groups within a high-volume semiconductor fab, partnering directly with senior leaders on workforce strategy, talent decisions, and organizational health.

Data is your superpower. We don't do HR by gut feel. You'll leverage HR analytics, Workday, and AI tools to surface trends, build retention models, and deliver insights that drive executive decisions.

You'll be a trusted advisor, not an order-taker. This role demands someone who can coach VPs, navigate complex ER situations with sound judgment, and influence the business, not just support it.

The semiconductor industry is booming. With $50B+ in CHIPS Act investment flowing into U.S. manufacturing, you'll be building the workforce that powers the next industrial revolution.

Strategic Partnership & Business Acumen

Serve as the primary HR strategist for assigned semiconductor manufacturing client groups, translating business priorities into high-impact people solutions across talent acceleration, workforce planning, organizational design, and leadership capability building.

Build deep credibility with engineering and operations leaders by understanding their business rhythms, KPIs, and talent challenges at a technical level.

Drive critical talent identification and retention strategies, including proactive counteroffer analysis, compensation benchmarking, and targeted development plans.

Talent & Performance

Own the end-to-end performance management cycle, including goal-setting, calibrations (9-Box), focal planning, and development planning.

Partner with leaders on succession planning, high-potential development, and building a robust pipeline of manufacturing talent.

Coach managers on giving meaningful feedback, managing performance constructively, and creating environments where engineers and technicians want to stay and grow.

Employee Relations & Culture

Cultivate a culture of trust, accountability, and belonging across a 24/7 semiconductor manufacturing workforce, from engineers and technicians to leadership teams.

Navigate complex employee relations matters with empathy, judgment, and speed, including investigations, conflict resolution, and sensitive separations.

Champion site engagement initiatives and help make our Malta campus a destination workplace.

Data-Driven Decision Making

Leverage HR analytics to identify workforce trends such as attrition, engagement, and compensation health, then translate those insights into actionable recommendations for leadership.

Maintain and contribute to real-time talent trackers and dashboards that enable proactive retention and workforce planning decisions.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with meaningful time as a strategic HRBP in a manufacturing, semiconductor, or technical/engineering environment.
• Proven track record of influencing senior leaders (Director+ level) and operating as a trusted advisor, not just an HR generalist.
• Deep expertise in employee relations, performance management, talent strategy, and organizational effectiveness.
• Exceptional business storytelling skills with the ability to translate HR data into an accessible, influential narrative that moves leaders to action.
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to use data to diagnose problems and build solutions. Experience with Workday strongly preferred.
• Highly collaborative with the ability to build strong, trusted relationships quickly across leadership teams, cross-functional partners, and key stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7+ years of HR experience with progressive HRBP responsibility.
• Master's degree in HR, MBA, or related advanced degree.
• Prior experience in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or high-tech environments.
• Experience supporting 24/7 shift-based manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with AI/automation tools for HR productivity.
• Change management certification or demonstrated experience leading large-scale organizational change.
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent certification.

Expected Salary Range $72,000.00 - $126,000.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law