Human Resources Business Partner

 Our Client is a leading chemical manufacturer located in Peoria, IL. The company operates a 135 million gallon per year production plant, which is among the largest industrial alcohol facilities in the U.S., with a long history of successful operations. Headquartered in Houston, Texas and having operations across the USA, as well as in the UK, UAE, India, Singapore, and Mexico and listed as one of the top four largest privately held companies in the Houston metropolitan area.

Job Summary 

 The Human Resource Manager is accountable for managing all Human Resource (HR) functions such as: implementing HR operational strategies, analyzing business information and leading HR and business project initiatives, proactively engaging in employee relations issues, managing candidate staffing, selection and community outreach, employee development activities, and managing programs, policies and procedures in support of the company culture.

Essential Job Functions

• Collaborates with local facility leadership to get input on HR decisions and ensures the delivery of high-quality HR processes.
• Manages one or more direct reports.
• Evaluates potential issues or service needs and formulates strategic responses.
• Develops and implements facility-staffing strategies inclusive of community outreach.
• Demonstrates employee advocacy and develops a reputation as a neutral and approachable HR professional serving all employees.
• Mediates difficult employee relations and/or other interactions as a neutral party.
• Leads talent management, employee development, and succession planning initiatives.
• Communicates benefit-related changes and assists employees with questions regarding benefits.
• Designs (as needed), revises, and communicates HR policies and procedures.
• Assures local facility complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing employment.
• Designs and maintains affirmative action plan by conducting statistical analysis and documenting progress in the AAP.
• Measures performance in the areas of human resources and safety and presents information to corporate management and customers.
• Manages the employee's performance evaluation and career development process.
• Assists leadership team with budget formulation and management.
• Designs programs and policies to cultivate a strong customer service culture in the HR function
• Provides value-added services including strategic management, leadership development, and project management.
• May be assigned as a subject-matter expert on one or more human resource disciplines for the company
• Support training initiatives, training and programs.
• Other projects or duties as assigned.

 Minimum Job Requirements

• 5 plus years of recent HR generalist experience, with strong leadership and hands-on capabilities in Employee Relations, Staffing, Talent Management, Change Management, Performance Management, Labor/Union Relations and Regulatory Compliance
• Refining/Manufacturing Experience required
• 3+ years of Union/Labor experience required
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources or related field
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to balance conflicting points of view, function effectively under pressure and demonstrate discretion, integrity and fair-mindedness
• Proven ability to resolve complex problems by leveraging business/HR knowledge and client relationships
• Track record of developing successful client relationships/business partnerships
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to logically organize thinking on issues, develop thorough execution plans and drive process to successful implementation
• Strong experience working the "soft side" of HR including developing a culture of cooperation, teamwork and open communication at all levels
• Ability to anticipate business needs, think proactively and respond appropriately
• Experience managing multiple projects concurrently, demonstrating a sense of urgency and results orientation
• Ability to learn new systems quickly and create improved efficiency
• Excellent follow-up skills with the ability to follow-through to completion
• Exhibits great attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with HRIS, Microsoft Office and familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems
• Up to 15% travel for training, support of other company facilities, etc.
• This position must pass a post-offer background and drug test.

On offer will be a competitive base salary, 20% bonus, generous benefits including matched 401k and relocation assistance can be provided where necessary.