People Operations Business Partner

About the Role: As a People Operations Business Partner, you will serve as a strategic advisor to leadership, driving talent acquisition and organizational effectiveness within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will champion employee engagement and ensure operational excellence by aligning human capital strategies with business objectives.

Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end recruitment strategies for technical, skilled trade, and production roles to build high-performing teams. Partner with operational leaders to execute workforce planning, talent selection, and onboarding workflows. Drive employee relations initiatives, performance management, and professional development programs to boost retention. Ensure organizational compliance with federal and state labor regulations while maintaining accurate personnel documentation. Analyze recruitment metrics and HR data to identify process improvements and enhance hiring efficiency. Facilitate cross-functional collaboration on special projects and company-wide engagement initiatives. Provide expert guidance on sensitive employee matters, maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality and professional diplomacy.

Required Skills: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.5+ years of experience in HR Generalist or Business Partner roles, specifically within manufacturing. In-depth knowledge of employment law, recruitment best practices, and conflict resolution. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and solve complex problems independently. Proficiency in MS Office suite and experience with HRIS or payroll systems like ADP.

Preferred Skills: Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English. Experience with MS Dynamics or similar enterprise resource planning software. Demonstrated success in developing community-based talent pipelines and trade school partnerships.