HR Business Partner II

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching Contribution

Up to 3 weeks vacation

12 Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Educational Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions is seeking an HR Business Partner to collaborate with site leadership on HR strategies and initiatives. You will drive talent processes, support performance management, and serve as a key liaison between local operations and corporate HR.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing environment, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position is onsite 5 days a week.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR partner/generalist experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting a unionized population and handling grievances.
• Strong ability to engage with others authentically and influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Align HR strategies with business goals.
• Coach supervisors on performance management and employee engagement.
• Drive talent hiring and onboarding processes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Talent management

Compliance knowledge

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a hands‑on partner to site leadership, supporting both union and non‑union associates. This role drives the execution of people strategies aligned with business objectives, ensuring compliance, workforce effectiveness, and a positive employee experience. The HRBP provides guidance across employee relations, labor relations, talent management, performance ownership, and organizational effectiveness within a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

Key Accountabilities

• Collaborate with site leadership to align HR strategies with business goals.
• Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors and managers on leadership effectiveness, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Partner with leaders to drive talent processes including hiring, onboarding, development, and succession planning.
• Support the performance management process, including goal setting, performance reviews, and corrective action.
• Partner with hiring managers and talent acquisition team to strategize search approaches and assist in recruiting processes to include preparation of job descriptions, identifying key competencies, interviewing, and offer formulation.
• Identify skill gaps and support training and development initiatives to enhance workforce capability.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations, conducting investigations and resolving issues in a timely, fair, and compliant manner.
• Support labor relations activities including contract interpretation, grievance management, and participation in union discussions.
• Lead and support change management initiatives, including organizational changes, workforce transitions, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Partner with leadership to drive employee engagement initiatives.
• Serve as a critical liaison between local operations, functional partners, and corporate HR/Shared Services, driving alignment and collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws as well as company policies.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of HR partner/generalist experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience supporting a unionized population, including grievance handling and contract interpretation.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with others authentically, establish trust, and influence at all levels.
• Knowledge of employment laws and practices.
• Strong oral and written communication.
• Ability to perform in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to be onsite 5 days a week.
• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran