Human Resources Business Partner

Fike Corporation; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three Weeks PTO & Holidays

Medical, Vision & Dental Plans

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company-m

Profit Sharing Bonus

Education Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

On-Site Fitness Center

Free Parking

Wellness Program

Job summary

Fike Corporation is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to act as a strategic partner to assigned leaders at our Blue Springs, MO headquarters. You will coach managers, handle employee relations, and drive workforce planning in support of business goals.

The role requires 3–5+ years of HR experience with strong investigations and advisory skills, plus knowledge of HR laws. A SHRM-CP/PHR is a plus; Comp and SIP support are included in compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in progressive HR with focus on employee relations, investigations, and coaching.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience partnering with managers and supporting talent processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for assigned leaders, conducting routine touchpoints to assess team health and align talent strategies.
• Coach line managers on communication, conflict resolution, performance management, and change leadership.
• Manage day-to-day employee inquiries and conduct objective investigations into workplace concerns and policy interpretations.
• Facilitate annual and semi-annual performance review cycles and guide managers on feedback and SMART goals.
• Coordinate engagement surveys, analyze results, and help leaders implement retention strategies.
• Partner with hiring managers to define staffing needs, refine job descriptions, participate in interview panels, and support new hire orientation.
• Validate business cases for promotions and salary adjustments, support SIP documentation.
• Identify skills gaps and support delivery of targeted soft-skills and manager development workshops.
• Ensure compliance with policies and applicable employment laws, including regulatory standards.

Skills

Employee relations

Coaching leaders

Investigations

HRIS

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

SHRM-CP or PHR (preferred)

Tools

SuccessFactors

Job description

Elevate Your HR Career at Fike

Human Resources Business Partner

Are you a strategic HR professional who thrives on coaching leaders, navigating complex employee relations, and shaping organizational culture? At Fike, our people are our strength. We are looking for an impactful Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team at our global headquarters in Blue Springs, MO.

What You'll Do (Primary Responsibilities)

• Strategic Business Partnership: Serve as the primary HR point of contact for assigned leaders, conducting routine touchpoints to assess team health, drive workforce planning, and align talent strategies with business goals.

• Manager Coaching & Leadership Development: Coach line managers on effective communication, conflict resolution, performance management, and leading through change.

• Employee Relations & Investigations: Manage day-to-day workplace inquiries and conduct thorough, objective investigations into workplace concerns, policy interpretations, and interpersonal conflicts.

• Performance Management: Facilitate annual and semi-annual performance review cycles. Guide managers in delivering impactful feedback, establishing aligned SMART goals, and developing targeted Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) when needed.

• Engagement & Retention: Coordinate annual engagement survey rollouts, facilitate team debriefs, and partner with leadership to build actionable retention and engagement strategies. Conduct exit interviews and analyze trends to continuously improve our employee experience.

• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Collaboration: Partner with hiring managers to define staffing needs, refine job descriptions, participate in key interview panels, and co-lead virtual/physical New Hire Orientations.

• Organization & Compensation Support: Validate business cases for promotions/out-of-cycle salary adjustments and support the rollout of Sales Incentive Plan (SIP) documentation.

• Training & Development: Identify skills gaps within departments and support the delivery of targeted soft-skills and manager development workshops.

• Compliance & Best Practices: Ensure compliance with corporate policies, federal/state employment laws, regulatory standards, and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI / NIST 800-171) procedures.

What You Bring (Qualifications)

Required:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

• Experience: 3 to 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with heavy emphasis on direct employee relations, workplace investigations, and manager coaching.

• Legal & HR Expertise: Thorough working knowledge of federal and state employment laws, compliance guidelines, and HR best practices.

• Core Competencies: Proven experience conducting investigations, drafting performance management documentation, and exercising exceptional discretion in high-conflict situations.

• Systems & Soft Skills: Proficiency with HRIS systems (e.g., SuccessFactors) and productivity software, coupled with outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred:

• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR).

• Prior HR experience supporting manufacturing, engineering, or industrial operations environments.

Compensation:The pay range for this position is $74,614 to $93,267 a year. May increase depending on the level of experience of the candidate.

Working at Fike

At Fike, our people are our strength. In order to fulfill our greatest potential, we are committed to attracting, growing and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Better, Together as oneFike! Plus, at Fike, we offer benefits and perks to help make you smile and feel like family.

Check out our competitive benefits package which includes:

• Three Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays

• Medical Plans with FSA & HSA, Vision & Dental Plan

• Paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance

• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) Plan with Company Match Fully Vested on Day One!

• Profit Sharing Bonus Program

• Education Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program

• On-Site Fitness Center & Award Winning Wellness Program

• Reimbursement for Safety Shoes & Glasses

• Service awards & Recognition Program

• Company Picnic, Quarterly Events and Holiday Lunch

• Free Coffee/Tea, Lunch Utensils, Lunch Room Mini-mart, Free Parking

Fike is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.