HR Business Partner King Recruiting Services

KingRecruitingServices; Norwalk (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance programs

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

KingRecruitingServices is hiring an HR Business Partner for a manufacturing facility in Iowa. You will support employees and leaders across recruitment, employee relations, retention, benefits administration, compliance, and development.

You will partner with operations to implement workforce strategies, drive engagement, apply HR policies consistently, and guide supervisors to maintain a safe, productive work environment in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent.
• 3–5 years HR experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of HR policies and applicable employment regulations.
• Experience supporting recruitment, staffing, employee relations, and HR administration.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to analyze information and prepare reports.
• Ability to work with employees and leaders at all levels.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and staffing partnerships with operations leaders for attracting and developing a skilled workforce.
• Provide guidance on workplace concerns, performance management, and personnel issues.
• Review employment transactions for accuracy and compliance.
• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance audits and training.
• Coordinate new employee orientation and onboarding.
• Assist in identifying training needs and delivering programs.
• Collect, analyze, and summarize HR data to support decisions.
• Support benefits administration and HR programs.
• Supervise day-to-day HR team activities.
• Promote a safe, GMP-aligned workplace and report safety concerns.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on HR strategy and improvement teams.
• Maintain current HR knowledge through continuing education and professional involvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Location: Norwalk, IA

HR Business Partner

Location: Iowa
Job Type: Full-Time, Regular (no remote)
Department: Human Resources

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support employees and leaders at a manufacturing facility in Iowa. This role provides hands‑on human resources support across recruitment, employee relations, retention, staffing, benefits administration, compliance, and employee development.

The HR Business Partner works closely with operations leaders to develop and implement workforce strategies, strengthen employee engagement, support organizational goals, and ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures. This position also provides day‑to‑day guidance to supervisors and managers while helping maintain a safe, productive, and positive work environment.

The successful candidate will bring strong HR knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to balance employee needs with operational priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Staffing: Partner with operations leaders to develop strategies for attracting, hiring, developing, and retaining a skilled workforce. Manage recruiting activities, including posting job openings, reviewing applications, screening candidates, and conducting interviews.

• Employee Relations: Provide guidance and support to supervisors, managers, and employees regarding workplace concerns, performance management, and personnel issues. Help resolve employee concerns while ensuring policies and procedures are applied fairly and consistently.

• HR Administration: Review employment transactions for accuracy, including new‑hire paperwork, annual performance reviews, promotions, and transfers.

• HR Compliance: Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance audits and training initiatives to support compliance with employment laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

• New Employee Orientation: Coordinate and oversee the orientation process, ensuring required paperwork is completed and new employees receive facility tours and information about company policies and procedures.

• Employee Development: Assist in identifying training needs, developing learning opportunities, and facilitating employee training programs.

• HR Reporting and Analytics: Collect, analyze, and summarize HR data and trends to support decision‑making and recommend effective solutions to workforce challenges.

• Benefits and HR Support: Assist with benefits administration, staffing activities, employee records, and other HR programs and processes.

• HR Team Leadership: Supervise the day‑to‑day activities of HR team members, providing guidance and support to ensure effective service delivery.

• Safety and Quality: Promote a safe and healthy workplace by following and reinforcing safety policies and procedures. Support food safety and quality initiatives by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), maintaining sanitary conditions, and promptly reporting conditions that could adversely affect product quality or food safety.

• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Participate in HR strategy, safety, and continuous improvement teams to support facility and organizational objectives.

• Professional Development: Maintain current HR knowledge through continuing education, professional publications, networking, and participation in relevant professional organizations.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Three to five years of human resources experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Knowledge of HR policies, practices, and applicable employment regulations.

• Experience supporting recruitment, staffing, employee relations, and HR administration.

• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.

• Excellent computer skills and the ability to analyze information and prepare reports.

• Ability to work effectively with employees and leaders at all organizational levels.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management.

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification or another relevant HR certification.

• Supervisory or team leadership experience.

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

• Demonstrated understanding of HR best practices, employment regulations, benefits administration, and workforce planning.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, which may include:

• Paid time off

• Health benefits

• Life insurance

• Disability coverage

• Employee assistance programs, including counseling, coaching, and online resources

• 401(k) retirement plan

Compensation will be determined based on job‑related skills, experience, education, training, and the geographic location of the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

The qualifications and responsibilities listed above describe the general nature of the position and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all duties or requirements.