Position OverviewThe HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic and hands-on partner to leaders and employees at unionized locations. This role balances strong labor relations expertise with general HR business partnership, ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), labor laws, and company policies while supporting operational goals. The HRBP acts as a trusted advisor to management and a fair, consistent resource for employees.
Responsibilities and QualificationsKey Responsibilities- Labor & Union Relations
- Serve as the primary HR contact for unionized locations, maintaining productive relationships with union representatives and stewards
- Interpret, administer, and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements (CBAs)
- Lead or support grievance investigations, responses, and resolutions in partnership with management and legal counsel
- Prepare for and participate in labor negotiations, including data analysis, proposal development, and bargaining sessions
- Advise leaders on contract administration, past practice, and labor risk mitigation
- Monitor labor trends, arbitration outcomes, and changes in labor law impacting union environments
- HR Business Partnership
- Partner with site and regional leaders to align HR strategy with business and operational goals
- Provide guidance on employee relations issues, performance management, corrective action, and investigations
- Coach leaders on effective people management within a unionized framework
- Support organizational change initiatives, workforce planning, and restructuring efforts
- Compliance & Employee Relations
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor and employment laws (e.g., NLRA, FLSA, ADA, FMLA)
- Conduct workplace investigations related to misconduct, policy violations, or contract issues
- Promote a fair, consistent, and respectful workplace culture
- Support conflict resolution and proactive employee engagement strategies
- HR Programs & Processes
- Partner with HR Teams (Talent, Compensation, Benefits, L&D) to deploy HR programs in union environments
- Support compensation, job evaluations, and classification reviews as they relate to CBAs
- Assist with onboarding and training for leaders on labor relations and union protocols
- Analyze HR and labor metrics (turnover, grievances, absenteeism, discipline trends) to inform decisions
- Miscellaneous
- Support our values in the stand areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications- Previous experience as a Human Resource Specialist, 10+ years
- Experience with Union employees and CBA's
- Any combination of education and experience related to college level work or experience in Human Resources
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and intermediate advanced knowledge of Excel in creating spreadsheets and database management tools
- Exemplary customer service, organization skills and able to multitask
- Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with preparation and distribution of system wide communication on HR related topic
Compensation and BenefitsReports ToVice President of Human Resources
CompensationThe listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position; actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and cost of living in the assigned market. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.
BenefitsAt FBM, we're committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work. Our excellent package includes:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- HSA/ FSA plans
- Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage
- Legal Insurance Plan
- Generous 401(k) plan with company match
- A career path designed with you in mind
