HR Business Partner

Jobot; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSAs

Commuter Benefits

401k with company match

Generous PTO & sick leave

Job summary

Jobot is partnering with a manufacturing site in Hampton, VA to hire a Manufacturing HR professional. The role focuses on delivering strategic HR support to plant leadership and the hourly workforce, ensuring alignment of people initiatives with business goals.

Responsibilities include employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and compliant HR operations. Bachelors in HR and 3+ years in manufacturing HR are preferred; HRIS experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 3+ years of HR experience in manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Experience supporting hourly workforce and front-line supervisors.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as HR partner to plant leadership on employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning.
• Support daily HR operations for production and hourly workforce.
• Collaborate with leadership to address workforce challenges with practical HR solutions.
• Assist recruiting for hourly and salaried roles and drive onboarding and retention.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and maintain HR records.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Communication skills

HR policies

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS (UKG/Workday/ADP)

Job description

Job details

Manufacturing HR professional / Generous base + benefits

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Christine McNamara

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per year

A bit about us

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic and hands-on partner to manufacturing leadership, supporting day-to-day HR operations and aligning people initiatives with business objectives. This role will work closely with plant leadership, supervisors, and employees in a fast-paced manufacturing environment to drive employee engagement, performance, and compliance.

Why join us

• Generous Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• HSA options
• Commuter Benefits
• 401k with company match
• Generous PTO & sick leave

and much more!

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted HR partner to plant leadership, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning
• Support daily HR operations within a manufacturing environment, including production and hourly workforce needs
• Collaborate with leadership to address workforce challenges and implement practical HR solutions

Employee Relations

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and company values
• Partner with leadership to foster a positive, compliant, and engaged work environment

Performance Management & Development

• Support performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews, and corrective actions
• Coach supervisors and managers on employee performance, documentation, and feedback
• Assist with training initiatives to improve leadership capability and employee development

Talent Acquisition & Retention

• Partner with hiring managers to support recruiting efforts for hourly and salaried roles
• Develop and implement retention strategies, particularly for production employees
• Help drive onboarding and employee engagement initiatives

Compliance & HR Programs

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Support HR programs including compensation, benefits, leave management, and training
• Maintain accurate HR records and assist with reporting and HR metrics

Manufacturing Environment Support

• Maintain strong on-site presence and engagement with production teams
• Support safety initiatives and reinforce compliance with workplace safety standards
• Understand operational needs such as shift structures, staffing levels, and production demands

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration is required
• 3+ years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment
• Experience supporting hourly workforce populations and working with front-line supervisors
• Basic knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, food & beverage, distribution, or industrial environments
• Exposure to employee relations investigations and performance management
• HRIS experience (e.g., UKG, Workday, ADP)
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification

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