Associate HR Business Partner

Ariens Company; Fayetteville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays

Job summary

AriensCo in Fayetteville, TN seeks an Associate Human Resource Business Partner to support employees, leaders and organizational success at our manufacturing facility.

You will collaborate with plant leadership to address workforce needs, guide performance management and onboarding, and assist with recruiting and policy interpretation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field required.
• Minimum 3 years of HR coordination, generalist work, or business partner support, ideally in manufacturing.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust at all levels.
• Solid understanding of HR practices, employment law, and workforce management.
• Proactive, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English and Spanish preferred.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an HR resource for employees and supervisors.
• Support investigations, conflict resolution, and day-to-day employee relations matters.
• Collaborate with plant and operations leaders to understand workforce needs, staffing challenges, and priorities.
• Provide guidance on performance management, coaching, corrective actions, and policy interpretation.
• Support recruiting efforts in partnership with HR and Operations teams to meet staffing demands.
• Assist with interview coordination, candidate communication, and hiring processes.
• Ensure smooth onboarding and orientation for new employees across all sites.
• Administer FMLA/Leave Policy; support ADA accommodations.
• Maintain consistency in policy application across locations; support compliance with employment laws.
• Assist in coordinating training programs for supervisors and employees; support leadership development.
• Maintain accurate employee records and support HRIS updates; prepare turnover/attendance reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

HR practices

Employment law

Workforce management

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Job description

At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products – we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams, collaborate together and make decisions quickly.We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities.Our environment? We’re corporate, without being “corporate.” Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you’ll always have the freedom to create and contribute. Our company vision is “Passionate People, Astounded Customers.” Quite simply: it revolves around peopleSpeaking of people, you’re not just employee #1,762 to us. You’re family and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we can’t continue to produce the amazing products we're known for around the world.Ready for the ride of your career? Then come join us. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community.Job Description:Join AriensCo as an Associate Human Resource Business Partner at our Fayetteville, TN manufacturing facility, where you will play a key role in supporting employees, leaders, and organizational success.THE DAY TO DAY...Serve as an HR resource for employees and supervisors.Must be available to assist employees across multiple shifts when necessarySupport investigations, conflict resolution, and day‑to‑day employee relations mattersPromote a positive and inclusive workplace culture aligned with company valuesCollaborate with plant and operations leaders to understand workforce needs, staffing challenges, and organizational prioritiesProvide guidance on performance management, coaching, corrective actions, and policy interpretationSupport recruiting efforts in partnership with HR and Operations teams to meet staffing demandsAssist with interview coordination, candidate communication, and hiring processesEnsure smooth onboarding and orientation for new employees across all sitesAdminister FMLA/Leave PolicySupport ADA accommodation requestsMaintain consistency in policy application across all manufacturing locationsSupport compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.Assist in coordinating training programs for supervisors and employeesSupport development initiatives that strengthen leadership capability and workforce skillsMaintain accurate employee records and support HRIS updates.Prepare reports and metrics related to turnover, attendance, staffing, and other key HR indicatorsWork closely with the Senior HRBP to align HR strategies with business goalsEscalate complex issues appropriately and support broader HR projects and initiativesTHE QUALIFICATIONS...Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field requiredMinimum 3 years experience in HR coordination, generalist work, or business partner support, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial environmentStrong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust at all levelsSolid understanding of HR practices, employment law, and workforce managementProactive, organized, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environmentPreferred fluency in English and SpanishApplicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.About AriensCoSince 1933, the AriensCo name has been associated with reliable, durably crafted, high-performance outdoor power equipment. Our core values – Be Honest, Be Fair, Respect the Individual, Keep our Commitments, and Encourage Intellectual Curiosity define our culture and inspire our team. We believe passionate people and astounded customers lead to unstoppable success.Our employees’ quality of life is important to us. When people feel appreciated, respected and supported, careers thrive and ideas come to fruition. AriensCo employees are provided various great benefit opportunities which may include:Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employmentDependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan401(k) match and profit-sharing plansLife InsuranceHealth Savings Accounts (HSA)Short Term DisabilityParental LeaveOnsite Marketplace Care Partners at all locationsPaid holidaysEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition Reimbursement and Apprenticeship ProgramsSafety shoes and safety prescription glasses reimbursementEmployee Product Purchase Program50% Daycare discount **Brillion Early Learning Center10% tuition discount at KinderCare Learning Centers nationwide **Excludes Brillion Early Learning CenterOnsite health clinic with Bellin Health **Brillion Campus OnlyNearsite & Urgent Care Clinic Options **Brillion Campus OnlyEEO StatementThe concept of diversity is important to us at AriensCo. That’s why we’ve created a culture that is inclusive, accepting and understanding. We embrace diversity among our partners, suppliers and employees. We also strive for diversity in the quality of our ideas. Inclusion and acceptance means that, regardless of who you are, you will always be standing on our welcome mat.AriensCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and steadfastly committed to hiring and selecting the most qualified candidate for any open position. It is the policy of AriensCo to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.Providing our employees with an environment free of discrimination and harassment is something we take very seriously. Embracing diversity enables us to attract the best qualified talent, foster productive teamwork, and expand our business opportunities.