HR Business Partner

Location: Rochester, MN (100% Onsite)

Targeting candidates from Rochester, Owatonna, Austin, Albert Lea, Winona, Red Wing, Faribault, Mankato, La Crosse (WI), Decorah (IA), and surrounding communities.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (Onsite)

About the Role

Benchmark is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead Human Resources for our Rochester manufacturing facility. This role is ideal for a hands-on HR professional who thrives in employee relations while also helping drive workforce planning, leadership development, and organizational growth.
Initially, the role will focus heavily on employee relations, investigations, compliance, performance management, and manager coaching. Over time, you'll partner closely with site leadership to shape workforce strategy, organizational effectiveness, and culture initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead employee relations, investigations, performance management, and HR compliance.
• Coach and support managers on people-related issues and leadership development.
• Partner with site leadership on workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational change.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and employee experience.
• Provide guidance to an HR Generalist and Receptionist.
• Collaborate with corporate HR and Talent Acquisition teams.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Strong employee relations, investigations, and performance management experience.
• Knowledge of employment law and HR compliance.
• Experience coaching leaders and partnering with business teams.

Preferred:

• Manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environment experience.
• Experience with workforce planning, change management, or leadership development.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.

Why Join Benchmark?

This is an opportunity to make an immediate impact while helping shape the future of HR at a growing manufacturing site. You'll work closely with leadership, influence business decisions, and play a key role in building a strong employee culture and workforce strategy.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Rochester, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Health & WellnessMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceAccess to a broad provider network and healthcare coverage optionsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Mental health and wellness resourcesWellness programs and initiativesFinancial Benefits401(k) retirement planCompany 401(k) matchFinancial wellness resources and planning toolsAnnual bonus opportunity (your role is eligible for a 10% target bonus)Time Off & Work-Life BalancePaid vacationPaid holidaysSick time (varies by policy/location)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Rochester,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.