Human Resources Business Partner

Overview

We are looking for an innovative and forward-thinking HR Business Partner to collaborate closely with site leadership, aligning talent strategies with business priorities and ensuring effective implementation. This role involves partnering with the broader HR organization to meet business needs while driving employee engagement and fostering a positive work environment.

 

This is an on-site position requiring regular, in-person presence at our Bethel, CT location to effectively support business operations and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Deploy HR processes at the site level, including Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Compensation Programs, and Employee Engagement initiatives.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to meet staffing needs with top talent.
• Collaborate with site leadership and Total Rewards to ensure competitive compensation, effective leadership, and a high level of employee engagement.
• Lead recruitment efforts for hourly and temporary labor positions, including sourcing, screening, and onboarding candidates to meet the company's staffing needs.
• Develop and maintain succession plans with targeted development for potential leaders.
• Analyze talent trends and metrics to develop solutions that drive business results.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, conducting thorough and objective investigations.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements in employee management, mitigating legal risks in partnership with HR leadership and legal teams.
• Provide coaching and guidance to business leaders on performance management, career development, and disciplinary actions.
• Foster strong relationships between leaders and employees, improving morale, productivity, and retention.
• Offer expert guidance on HR policies and practices.
• Identify training and development needs for business units, including executive coaching.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs, ensuring objectives are met.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of HR generalist experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of HR disciplines, including compensation practices, workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, succession planning, and federal and state employment laws.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration skills across various functions and levels.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant laws, guidelines, and policies.
• Thorough understanding of organizational structure, roles, compensation practices, and related administrative processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel up to 15%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in human resources or related field.
• Prior experience with ADP Workforce Now and Success Factors.

Physical Demands

• Primarily an office-based role requiring extended periods of sitting and computer use, along with active participation in virtual and in-person meetings; includes occasional standing, walking, light lifting (up to 10–15 lbs.), and limited travel, with a need for clear and effective communication across multiple formats.

Compensation

The compensation for this role is competitive and will be based on experience and qualifications. The anticipated range is $93,000–$123,000.

For temp, temp-to-hire, and regular full-time positions, our company policy is that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.