Job detailsJob titleHuman Resources Business Partner (Escanaba, MI)
Job descriptionPurpose: The Sr. HR Business Partner will develop and lead Human Resource practices and objectives to provide an engaged, productive and challenging work environment. Areas of responsibility include labor & employee relations, HRIS and analytical reporting, benefits, organizational development, training, talent management & staffing, performance management, compensation, and workers compensation administration.
ProfileKey Accountabilities:- Provide leadership coaching and training for managers, supervisors and key mill leaders. This position will be responsible for supporting multiple departments/areas of the mill.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members and managers at all levels
- Ensure proper administration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement/s (CBA) for areas of responsibility.
- Lead grievance meetings, investigation, issuing of discipline and other contractual issues for areas of responsibility.
- Manage administrative systems that support the CBA and labor relations processes.
- Leads or assists in labor relation activities, including arbitration and negotiations as needed.
- Promote and facilitate changes in the hourly work environment to increase employee engagement and productivity.
- Ability to lead change or process improvement projects to their end result to include, efficiency improvement, cost reduction and implementing nontraditional or high performing work systems.
- Lead and/or participate in the hourly production and craft hiring processes.
- Assist with salaried recruiting for positions across the mill.
- Assist in the sites college recruitment efforts.
- Participate in or lead new team member orientation process.
- Lead or assist in the development of employee relations practices necessary to establish a positive working relationship.
- Lead or assist in talent management initiatives for the mill or area of responsibility.
- Manage HR analytic data for the department.
- With coordination from the Mill nurse, manage the site's worker's compensation and return to work program.
Minimum Required Experience and Education:- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field and 5-7 years of experience in human resources or related experience.
- Pulp and Paper Industry or heavy 24/7 manufacturing experience preferred.
- Experience in applying organizational development and training principles.
- Extensive experience in labor relations, employee benefits, compensation, and HRIS systems.
- Ability to define and implement strategic initiatives.
- Arbitration and negotiation experience.
- Be a strong agent for change.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Knowledge of applicable employment and labor law.
- Possess excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
- Ability to collaboratively work with and/or lead teams.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Strong presentation and facilitation skills
Travel: Minimal
4/30/2026
Why us?At Billerud, you'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping a more sustainable future. We're committed to supporting your growth, well-being, and long-term success.
- Impactful Work - Contribute to meaningful sustainability initiatives.
- Career Growth - Access development programs and internal advancement opportunities.
- Education Support - Tuition reimbursement + certificate programs through partner schools.
- Competitive Compensation - Performance-based bonus eligibility (role dependent).
- Comprehensive Benefits -
- Multiple medical plans with virtual care options
- Generous 401(k) offerings
- HSA contribution match + additional preventive exam contribution
- Dental & vision coverage
- Company-paid disability insurance
- Prescription benefits
Our recruitment process may include interviews, recruitment test, reference checks, and alcohol & drug testing.
Additional informationPosition Type (BNA)Full time/regular
