HR Business Partner (HRBP)

Holland Applied Technologies; Burr Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Holland Applied Technologies in Burr Ridge, IL, is seeking a skilled HR Generalist to partner with leaders across functions. You will align people programs with business objectives, support recruitment, onboarding, compensation communications, performance management, and employee development.

This role requires strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, excellent communication, and the ability to analyze workforce data to guide decisions. SHRM certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years progressive HR experience in generalist/HRBP roles.
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws at federal, state, and local levels.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to support organizational performance and growth.
• Provide HR services including recruitment, onboarding, compensation communication, and performance management.
• Manage employee relations matters with investigations and escalation when needed.
• Lead talent management initiatives and workforce planning.
• Analyze HR metrics and advise on organizational design and change management.

Skills

Employee relations

Recruitment

Performance management

Talent management

HR compliance

HR analytics

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Primary Purpose

This position is responsible for assisting leaders with aligning associates and managers with business objectives for a designated business function or business unit. The position develops partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and associates that reflects the HR and business objectives of the organization to include new hire orientation, selection/de-selection, performance management, associate relations, communication planning, talent assessment (external and internal), and coaching/facilitation.

Scope

This position may be assigned a functional area or business unit dependent upon the HR to associate ratio, functional complexity, and/or the span of geography.

Major Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to support organizational performance, growth, and operational excellence.
• Interpret and apply company policies, employment laws, and HR best practices while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Build strong relationships with leaders and associates by serving as a trusted advisor, providing coaching on leadership effectiveness, performance management, communication, accountability, and team development.
• Deliver comprehensive HR support for assigned business units, including recruitment and selection, onboarding, compensation administration, benefits communication, performance management, and associate development.
• Manage employee relations matters by proactively identifying concerns, conducting thorough and objective investigations, resolving complex issues, and ensuring appropriate escalation when necessary.
• Lead talent management initiatives, including HR compliance, training, workforce/succession planning, talent assessment, performance management, and career/leadership development.
• Analyze workforce data, HR metrics, and engagement feedback to identify trends, develop recommendations, and drive decision-making related to talent, retention, productivity, and organizational effectiveness.
• Advise leaders on organizational design, change management, restructuring, and team effectiveness initiatives that support business needs and future growth.
• Partner with leaders to identify staffing needs, forecast workforce requirements, support recruiting efforts, and facilitiate candidate assessment and selection processes.
• Support organizational safety and risk management initiatives while reinforcing company culture of accountability.
• Demonstrate Holland's culture, values, and behavioral expectations and support the Company’s diversity initiatives at assigned facility/facilities to ensure compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including experience serving as an HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, or similar consultative HR role.
• Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, engineering, technical, industrial, or multi-site operations preferred.