Location: Hybrid - West Lafayette, IN (minimum 3 days onsite)
Travel: ~20% (bimonthly travel to Eden Prairie & Glencoe, MN)
Salary: $100,000 to $125,000 with
Bonus Potential up to $10,000 annually
About the Role: The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a trusted strategic advisor to leaders, aligning people strategies with business objectives across multiple sites and functions.
This role provides primary on-site support for our West Lafayette, IN facility (~150 employees) and partners with leadership teams supporting:
- Minnesota Operations (Eden Prairie & Glencoe | ~60 employees)
- Shared Services (IT & Finance | ~50 employees)
- International sites in the UK and New Zealand (advisory support)
This position blends strategic HR partnership, change leadership, and hands-on execution in a fast-paced, post-acquisition manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities:Strategic HR Partnership- Partner with leaders to develop and execute HR strategies that drive productivity, retention, and growth
- Support organizational change initiatives, workforce planning, and leadership development
- Act as a cultural ambassador, promoting inclusion, engagement, and accountability across regions
Talent & Performance Management- Lead performance management processes, including goal setting, coaching, feedback, and development planning
- Partner with leaders on talent assessment, succession planning, and capability building
- Analyze people metrics (engagement, retention, turnover) to inform decision-making
Employee Relations & Compliance- Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters and conflict resolution
- Ensure compliance with U.S. and international labor laws; monitor regulatory changes impacting the workforce
- Serve as a resource for leaders on policy interpretation and consistent application
Recruiting, Onboarding & Workforce Support- Collaborate with leaders on workforce
- Support recruiting efforts, including candidate evaluation and offer recommendations
- Facilitate orientation to ensure a strong new-hire experience and cultural integration
- Ensure pay equity and partner on compensation decisions within established guidelines
HR Operations & Programs- Ensure accurate HRIS data and employee record management
- Oversee workers' compensation and injury case management in partnership with EHS
- Support site-level HR programs, training initiatives, and lean continuous improvement efforts
Education- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Additional experience may substitute for education requirement.
Experience- 8+ years of progressive HR experience
- 5+ years in an HR Business Partner or senior HR leadership role
- Experience with post-acquisition integrations inclusive of creating and executing on integration plans that drive people alignment from a policy, process and cultural perspective preferred.
- Exposure to international HR practices preferred
Certification - SHRM-SCP or PHR, preferred
Skills- Strong business acumen and executive presence
- Proven ability to influence at senior leadership levels
- Excellent coaching, conflict resolution, and communication skills
- Experience using HR analytics to drive decisions
- Proficiency with HRIS and ATS platforms
- Solid working knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
Travel20%
Physical and Working Environment - Office-based role with assigned workstation
- Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods while using digital displays
- Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds
- Flexibility to support global time zones as needed
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