Westlake Chemical Corporation

HR Business Partner - Manufacturing

Westlake Chemical Corporation$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or related field; SHRM or HRCI certification preferred.
  • 5 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a generalist role.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to interact across all organizational levels.
  • Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines effectively.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Bi-lingual in English and Spanish, with proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking.

Responsibilities

  • Counsel managers and employees on HR policies, benefits, and job-related issues.
  • Administer employment practices, collaborating with the recruiting team on hiring.
  • Advise on employee relations matters including terminations and discipline processes.
  • Manage payroll data entry and employee information in Workday.
  • Conduct orientation and training programs for new hires.
  • Coordinate employee engagement activities and recognition programs.
  • Oversee compensation and benefits administration.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Engagement in site events that promote teamwork and inclusion.
  • Access to a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness initiatives.
  • A collaborative work environment that supports career advancement.
Full Job Description

SUMMARY

The Human Resources Business Partner is responsible for coordinating and supporting the human resources activities for the Houston, TX Windows manufacturing facility. This position will build positive relationships within the groups and is the liaison with leaders. Activities include resolving employee issues, communicating corporate policies and procedures, Payroll administration, compensation related activities, recruiting, providing training and educational programs; supporting management through the performance management processes, counseling with managers/supervisors on significant discipline and termination decisions for employees.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Counsel managers, supervisors and employees on various human resources activities to include policies and procedures, benefit plans, job-related concerns and issues, interpersonal relationships with peers and supervisors.

  • Administers activities related to employment practices.  Work closely with the Westlake recruiting team to recruit, screen, interview, and hire employees. 

  • Advises managers and supervisors with employee relations issues, complaints and terminations.  Ensures progressive discipline policies are administered fairly and consistently.

  • Responsible for payroll management and accurate recording and data entry of employee information in HRIS (Workday).

  • Prepare employees for assignments by establishing and conducting orientation and training programs for employees.

  • Coordinate and support employee engagement activities, recognition programs, and site events that promote teamwork, inclusion, and positive employee experience.

  • Coordinates and participates in human resources related training.

  • Oversee the administration of compensation, benefits, vacation, sick leave, absence programs for employees.

  • Participates in compensation surveys, job evaluations, promotions or adjustments in conjunction with Total Rewards.

  • Responsible for administrative duties including invoice coding and processing, bulletin board maintenance, maintaining files and assisting with events.

  • Any additional duties and tasks as required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations, Labor Relations, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field. SHRM or HRCI certified professional a plus.

  • 5 years progressive HR experience.  3+ years’ experience in a generalist/functional role with exposure to compensation, performance management, training.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work at all levels within the organization

  • Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Good oral and written communication skills

  • Able to work independently, and coordinate with colleagues in multiple locations

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality, high level of attention to detail and adaptability to changing business requirements

  • Strong computer skills, MS office products, Workday knowledge a plus

  • Bi-Lingual (Spanish) required. Must be able to speak, understand, read and write in English and Spanish

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office.  Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.  May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators.

If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

About Westlake Chemical Corporation

Westlake Chemical is an international manufacturer and supplier of petrochemicals and fabricated products that enhance the daily lives of people around the planet. The tires we ride on, the plastic wrap that keeps our meats and produce fresh, the pipes that are essential to ensuring clean water, the frames that secure our windows and doors, Westlake plays a vital role in supplying the building blocks for these products and many more.

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Learn more about Westlake Chemical Corporation
Size
14,550 employees
Market Cap
$13.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$330 million
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
+18.3%
Revenue
$7.5 billion
NASDAQ

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