HR Business Partner

AAON, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

AAON, Inc. in Memphis, TN is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to partner with business leaders and drive workforce effectiveness, engagement, and talent management.

This role provides strategic HR support, resolves employee relations matters, analyzes workforce trends, and helps develop programs aligned with business needs. The HRBP will collaborate across HR functions to support organizational design, succession planning, and employee retention, while ensuring policy

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Psychology, Communications, or related field; 4+ years of HR experience.
• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR/SPHR preferred.
• Experience supporting manufacturing or multi-site environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with managers to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, engagement, and retention.
• Analyze workforce metrics and trends to identify risks and opportunities.
• Investigate employee relations issues and recommend actions in line with policies.
• Coach managers on performance, conflict resolution, and development.
• Support talent planning, succession, and organizational design initiatives.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, and Learning & Development.
• Assist with organizational changes and change management initiatives.
• Support onboarding, engagement initiatives, and culture development.
• Ensure compliance with policies and employment laws.

Skills

Employee relations

Workforce planning

Performance management

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communication

HR information systems

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Workforce analytics tools

Job description

Job Description

Human Resources Business Partner is responsible for partnering with business leaders and employees to support workforce effectiveness, employee engagement, talent management, and organizational performance. This role contributes to organizational objectives by providing strategic and operational Human Resources support, resolving employee relations matters, analyzing workforce trends, and implementing Human Resources programs aligned with business needs. The position serves as a trusted advisor to assigned business units and collaborates with leaders to enhance employee performance, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning initiatives. This role functions independently in supporting Human Resources activities and serves as an experienced resource within the Human Resources Business Partner team.

Primary Duties

• Partner with managers and business leaders to align Human Resources strategies and initiatives with operational and business objectives.
• Provide guidance and consultation regarding employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness.
• Analyze workforce metrics, trends, turnover, attendance, staffing levels, and employee data to identify risks and recommend solutions.
• Manage and resolve employee relations issues by conducting investigations, reviewing documentation, and recommending appropriate actions in accordance with company policies and employment laws.
• Coach managers and supervisors on employee performance issues, corrective actions, conflict resolution, employee development, and workplace concerns.
• Support talent planning initiatives including succession planning, workforce development, organizational design, and employee retention strategies.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Employee Relations, and Learning and Development teams to support business requirements.
• Assist business leaders with organizational changes, departmental restructuring, workforce planning, and change management initiatives.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, onboarding efforts, and culture development activities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, employment laws, and regulatory requirements.
• Utilize workforce data and Human Resources analytics to support decision-making and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Primary Duties May Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Facilitate leadership development and employee training initiatives.
• Participate in policy development and Human Resources process improvement activities.
• Support audits, compliance reviews, and workforce reporting requirements.
• Assist with compensation reviews, workforce planning projects, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Mentor less experienced Human Resources team members as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements Education and Experience Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Psychology, Communications, or a related discipline; 4+ years of experience in Human Resources, employee relations, talent management, organizational development, workforce planning, or a related field, Or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.

Preferred

• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR).
• Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, multi-site, or operational environments preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of Human Resources principles, employee relations practices, and employment law.
• Understanding of workforce planning, talent management, performance management, and organizational development principles.
• Experience conducting employee investigations and resolving workplace concerns.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Ability to influence leaders and build credibility across all organizational levels.
• Proficiency with Human Resources information systems, workforce analytics tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Essential and Physical Functions

• Ability to analyze workforce issues and develop practical business-focused solutions.
• Strong critical-thinking, decision-making, conflict resolution, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive employee matters.
• Effective communication with employees, supervisors, managers, executives, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to influence, coach, and support leaders through workforce and employee-related situations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing work activities.
• Frequent use of computers, telephones, and standard office equipment.
• Visual acuity sufficient to review reports, employee records, and electronic information.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 lbs.

Work Environment

Perform work primarily in an office environment with regular interaction across business operations, leadership teams, Human Resources, and employees. Frequent use of computers, Human Resources systems, workforce analytics tools, reporting platforms, and office equipment. Regular presence within assigned facilities to support business leaders, managers, and employees. Occasional visits to manufacturing, warehouse, and operational areas may be required to support investigations, workforce initiatives, employee relations activities, and business operations. Exposure during facility visits may include varying temperatures, noise, dust, and industrial conditions. Occasional travel between facilities may be required to support organizational and business unit needs. Fast-paced environment requiring strong business acumen, professionalism, confidentiality, and effective decision-making. Compliance with all company policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.

Disclaimer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at a time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

About Our Company

At AAON and BASX, we’re driven by a shared commitment to innovation, performance, and sustainability. Since 1988, AAON has been at the forefront of the HVAC industry, delivering cutting-edge solutions for commercial and industrial indoor environments. Since joining forces with AAON in 2021, BASX has built on that foundation with highly engineered, custom solutions for critical environments - where precision and reliability matter most. Together, we design and manufacture highly configurable systems tailored to each application, ensuring our customers achieve exceptional efficiency, performance, and long-term value. Join us in shaping smarter, more sustainable environments for the future.