Human Resources Business Partner

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded from time to time to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary.

• Acts as a safety leader and puts safety first in all responsibilities. Works in conjunction with the Safety Manager to establish and maintain all policies and programs to assure a safe working environment. Complies with all safety and health guidelines, quality standard practices/procedures, and housekeeping standards.
• Responsible for meeting or exceeding company performance metrics for driving continuous improvement and making well-informed decisions for manufacturing activities, resource allocation, and strategic planning.

• Coordinate interview scheduling, ensuring all necessary materials (e.g., questions, evaluations) are prepared in advance.
• Lead recruitment activities, including reviewing applications, arranging interviews, and conducting orientations for new employees.
• Participate in interviews, providing feedback and collaborating with hiring managers to select the best candidates.
• Maintain regular communication with applicants, candidates, and employees through verbal and written correspondence.
• Analyze workforce data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities. Connect analysis to business outcomes and work closely with leadership to effectively communicate insights, recommendations, and actionable plans that align with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and HR team members to finalize job offers, including salary, benefits, and start dates.
• Manage pre-employment screenings such as background checks, drug tests, and physicals.
• Facilitate new hire orientations and assist with benefits enrollment processes.
• Support employees with leave management, including FMLA, disability, and workers' compensation.
• Organize and participate in company events, such as town halls, employee recognition, and holiday/cultural celebrations.
• Handle offboarding processes, including conducting exit interviews and coordinating employee separations.
• Administer company benefits plans, including health, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), FSA, HSA, and life insurance.
• Lead open enrollment processes and provide management with guidance on benefit offerings during renewal periods.
• Update and maintain accurate job descriptions.
• Maintain a customer service-oriented approach aligned with the company's core values.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, as well as insurance regulations, by maintaining HR records and generating necessary reports.
• Serve as a backup to other HR colleagues when needed and provide support across the team.
• Perform administrative tasks and other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To successfully perform this role, the individual must meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined below. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field; 1-2 years of prior HR experience (internship and/or HR Assistant role). A combination of education and equivalent experience may be considered.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience in UKG and/or other HR Workforce Management platform preferred.
• General knowledge of HR principles, practices, and laws.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

• Ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization and handle both written and verbal communications effectively.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a professional demeanor.
• Ability to draft standard reports and handle complex correspondence.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment, manage employee relations, and communicate effectively.
• Proficient in Windows and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with the ability to quickly learn new software.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Adaptable to changing conditions and able to handle confidential information securely.