GENERAL PURPOSE
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) partners with business leaders to develop and implement people strategies that support business objectives and organizational performance. This role serves as a strategic partner and trusted resource to leaders across the Facilities and Machine Maintenance teams in our West Michigan and Geiger facilities, providing strategic and operational HR support across talent, organizational effectiveness, associate relations, leadership development, and workforce planning.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
As an HRBP, you'll
- Partner with business leaders to understand organizational priorities and develop people strategies that support business objectives, organizational effectiveness, and workforce performance.
- Partner with leaders to develop talent strategies including workforce planning, succession planning, and capability development.
- Coach leaders on performance management, feedback, employee development, and difficult conversations to build leadership effectiveness.
- Lead and support associate relations investigations, including matters related to harassment, discrimination, workplace conduct, and policy compliance, recommending and facilitating appropriate corrective actions.
- Coordinate and deliver learning and development initiatives that strengthen leadership effectiveness and improve individual and organizational performance.
- Collaborate with leaders to identify and implement proactive initiatives that improve workforce effectiveness, engagement, and retention.
- Partner with Talent Acquisition to manage the selection and hiring of candidates who meet the evolving talent needs of the business.
- Participate in and lead cross-functional projects related to HR policies, programs, and process improvements.
- Support organizational change initiatives by advising leaders and associates through transitions while maintaining engagement and trust.
- Provide guidance on associate relations matters, policy interpretation, and consistent application of company practices.
- Respond to leader and associate questions regarding workplace policies, compensation, benefits, development, and performance.
- Monitor associate sentiment, engagement, and retention metrics; identify trends and partner with leaders on targeted action plans.
- Collaborate with enterprise HR partners (Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Talent, HR Operations) to ensure effective execution of HR programs.
- May facilitate leadership, onboarding, and professional development training programs in support of Operations Career Development initiatives.
- Supports a three-shift operation and maintains flexibility to adjust work schedule as needed to effectively partner with leaders and associates across all shifts.
- Occasional travel to company locations, Hildebran, NC and Atlanta, GA may be required.
- Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned to support site and business objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, associate relations, or a related field.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in Human Resources, preferably in a manufacturing or operational environment.
- Experience supporting a broad range of HR disciplines, including associate relations, performance management, recruiting, compensation and benefits, learning and development, and change management.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
- Proven ability to coach leaders and influence decision-making at multiple levels of the organization.
- Excellent communication, consultation, and conflict resolution skills.
- High degree of integrity, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
- Ability to effectively use HR systems, business tools, and office technology used within the MillerKnoll environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The associate must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.
