HR Business Partner

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA options

401k with company match

Generous PTO & sick leave

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to join our manufacturing team in Hampton, VA. You will partner with plant leadership to guide employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning in a fast-paced production environment.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in HR or business administration, 3+ years of HR experience in manufacturing, and knowledge of HRIS systems. You will support hourly and salaried staff, ensure policy compliance, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of HR experience in manufacturing, industrial, or production environments.
• Experience supporting hourly workforce populations and front-line supervisors.
• Basic knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

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.
• Serve as primary contact for employee relations, investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and company values; foster a positive, compliant work environment.
• Support performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews, and corrective actions; coach supervisors on performance and feedback.
• Assist with training initiatives to improve leadership capability and employee development.
• Partner with hiring managers to support recruiting for hourly and salaried roles; drive onboarding and retention initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws; assist with reporting and HR metrics.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Administration

Tools

UKG

Workday

ADP

Job description

Experience: Senior Level

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

Job Details

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

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!