Human Resource Business Partner

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic partner to plant leadership and employees, supporting all aspects of human resources within an assigned manufacturing location. This role is responsible for partnering with management to drive talent acquisition, employee relations, workforce development, benefits administration, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness. The HRBP provides hands-on HR support while developing strong partnerships with employees and leaders to ensure alignment with business objectives and company values. This position may also support other manufacturing locations as needed and offers broad exposure to all facets of Human Resources within a manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Talent Acquisition · Partner with leadership to develop and maintain hourly and salaried job descriptions. · Support recruitment efforts by collaborating with the HR Service Center (HRSC), Talent Management, and hiring managers. · Participate in sourcing, interviewing, and candidate selection activities. · Assist with college recruiting and workforce development initiatives as needed. · Support the development and extension of employment offers. · Coordinate and facilitate onboarding activities for new employees. Employee Development & Organizational Effectiveness · Support leadership development, succession planning, and employee growth initiatives. · Facilitate and deliver employee and supervisor training programs. · Coordinate and support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. · Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors on employee development and performance management. · Participate in HR meetings, professional development opportunities, and company-sponsored training programs. Employee Relations · Serve as a resource to employees and leaders regarding company policies, procedures, and employee concerns. · Assist with investigations involving employee relations, workplace conduct, and policy compliance issues. · Support the administration of corrective action and performance improvement processes. · Participate in the complaint resolution process, including employee appeals and peer review activities as applicable. · Conduct and facilitate employee communication meetings and engagement initiatives. · Support labor and employee relations activities. · Assist with injury management, return-to-work processes, and workplace accommodations. · Participate as an active member of safety and incident investigation teams. · Support attendance management and workforce administration activities. · Prepare reports, metrics, and documentation for HR and business leaders. · Coordinate employee engagement activities, service recognition programs, retirements, and community involvement initiatives. Benefits & Leave Administration · Assist employees with navigating benefit programs and available resources. · Partner with the HR Service Center and third-party administrators on benefit-related matters. · Support leave of absence administration, including FMLA, disability, and other leave programs. · Assist with unemployment claim responses and related documentation. · Develop and maintain a strong understanding of company benefit programs and policies. Communication & Employee Engagement · Maintain and distribute HR communications, employee updates, and key workforce metrics. · Support plant communication platforms, bulletin boards, and employee information systems. · Promote employee engagement and foster a positive workplace culture. · Partner with leadership to support organizational change and communication efforts. Core Competencies: Communication · Strong written and verbal communication skills. · Ability to communicate effectively with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization. · Skilled in facilitating meetings, training sessions, and group discussions. · Strong active listening and interpersonal communication abilities. Organizational Effectiveness · Ability to build trusting relationships across all levels of the organization. · Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate without direct authority. · Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Organizational & Time Management · Effective prioritization and project management skills. · Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. · Strong attention to detail and follow-through. Interpersonal Effectiveness · Builds positive working relationships with diverse employee populations. · Maintains professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgment. Strategic Thinking · Strong analytical and critical-thinking capabilities. · Ability to align HR initiatives with business objectives and workforce needs. Qualifications: Education · Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Labor Relations, Organizational Leadership, or a related field required. Experience · Two to five years of Human Resources experience, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment, is preferred. · Experience supporting employee relations, recruiting, performance management, and HR compliance activities preferred. Required Skills · Strong communication and interpersonal skills. · Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. · Proven organizational and time-management skills. · Experience delivering training and presentations. · Ability to coach and advise employees and leaders. · Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Preferred Skills · Experience working with HRIS, timekeeping, and workforce management systems. · Knowledge of employment laws, leave administration, and employee relations practices. · Experience with virtual collaboration tools and social media recruiting platforms. · Strong analytical and reporting capabilities. Travel Requirements · Ability to travel up to 25% as business needs require. · Occasional travel to support other manufacturing facilities, training initiatives, and regional HR projects. Salary Range: $66,720-$83,400/year Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate. USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period. Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.  USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays. Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today. EOE including disability/veteran