Human Resources Business Partner

We are hiring on behalf of our client company for an HR Business Partner to support the plant operations.

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

This position will manage and coordinate the Human Resource policies and programs covering several of the following areas: partnering with managers and supervisors, employee relations, wage, salary and payroll administration, orientation and training, safety and health, benefits administration. This position also administers the recruitment, development, and retention of employees; has knowledge of EEO laws and general human resources concepts.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implements and administers on-going policies, programs, and procedures to foster understanding of and partner with management and supervisors for optimal positive employee relations and retention strategies.
• Works alongside managers and/or supervisors in an advisory capacity when needed.
• Mentors the Human Resources Assistant and is responsible for reviewing assignments, meeting project milestones, making recommendations and providing feedback.
• Ensures communication between managers and/or supervisors is fluid and continuous.
• Responsible for monitoring employee retention at the facility is maintained at an acceptable level. Uses knowledge, experience, and continuous interpretation of facility dynamics to help understand and determine the training and educational needs of the hourly employees and administrative, management employees.; and makes recommendations for continuous improvement initiatives and strategies.
• Manages all new employee recruitment, orientation, and training.
• Responsible for the Safety programs, the Safety Committee and meetings, Compliance & Training, and OSHA recordkeeping requirements and logs.
• Accountable for Safety and Workers’ Compensation protocols and the administration of Workers Comp claims. Assists managers and supervisors.
• Performs HR statistical analysis and prepares reports and communicates data and trends.
• Responsible for employee benefit enrollments, questions, or inquiries.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years’ relevant experience, preferred.
• General knowledge of employment laws and practices.
• Knowledge of Human Resource systems; Internet software; Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint; Payroll Database software.
• Possesses specialized knowledge of HR systems, processes, and procedures, including administration of benefits, compensation and other programs.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to partner with managers and supervisors.
• Must be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.