HR Business Partner – Employee Relations (Entry Level)

Usi Insurance; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Target

Medical benefits

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

KEYENCE in Itasca, IL, is seeking an entry-level Human Resources Business Partner – Employee Relations. This role partners with leadership to shape HR policies, conducts engagement interviews across 38 U.S.

offices, and manages performance, disciplinary matters, and employee transfers. It offers a promote-from-within culture, comprehensive benefits, a strong focus on engagement, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field.
• 1–2 years’ HR experience.
• Strong critical thinking and business acumen.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Willingness to travel nationwide to support our teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to shape and govern HR policies that reflect KEYENCE’s philosophy.
• Facilitate shared understanding of policies across all levels of the organization.
• Conduct engagement interviews and surveys across 38 U.S. offices.
• Own the exit process and analyze trends to improve retention and employee satisfaction.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on performance, discipline, and grievance matters.
• Manage employee transfers, relocations, leaves of absence, and workers’ compensation.
• Provide risk assessments and ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Lead statutory reporting and stay ahead of legislative changes.
• Innovate and optimize HR programs and processes for long-term growth.
• Support leadership development programs and feedback initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Integrity

Confidentiality

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Job description

KEYENCE in Itasca, IL, is seeking an entry-level Human Resources Business Partner – Employee Relations. This role partners with leadership to shape HR policies, conducts engagement interviews across 38 U.S.

offices, and manages performance, disciplinary matters, and employee transfers. It offers a promote-from-within culture, comprehensive benefits, a strong focus on engagement, integrity, and continuous improvement.