Human Resources Business Partner

PSG, a Dover company; Grand Terrace (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

PSG CA is seeking an HR Business Partner to partner with plant leadership in California. You will guide workforce analytics, wage‑and‑hour compliance, and site culture initiatives using Workday and ADP to optimize production workforce performance.

This manufacturing HR role requires 5+ years experience, strong knowledge of CA and federal employment laws, and the ability to influence leaders. A Bachelor’s in HR or related field is required; PHR-CA/SPHR-CA and SHRM certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• PHR-CA (Professional in Human Resources - California) or SPHR-CA highly preferred.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Tracks and shares site metrics like turnover and headcount using Power BI to address labor shortages.
• Manage Dover Employee Engagement Survey and Pulse surveys and develop action plans.
• Lead strategic site HR projects focused on HR practices and plant efficiency.
• Handle employee relations for supervisors and staff and conduct HR investigations.
• Support California wage-and-hour compliance, workers' comp, and return-to-work protocols.
• Coordinate onboarding, recruitment, and performance cycles with HR leadership.
• Drive policy development for California labor laws and promote a positive plant culture.

Skills

CA & Federal law

Workday & ADP

MS Office

Safety & WC mgmt

Turnover analytics

Influence leadership

Active listening

Confidentiality

Communication

Spanish bilingual

Education

Bachelor’s in HR or related

PHR-CA or SPHR-CA

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP

Tools

Workday

ADP Workforce Manager

Microsoft Office

Job description

PSG® is the global pump, metering and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids that require optimal performance and reliability in applications where it matters most. Additionally, PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world‑class brands, including Abaque®, All‑Flo™, Almatec®, Blackmer®, Ebsray®, em‑tec®, Griswold®, Hydro™, Malema™, Mouvex®, Neptune®, PSG® Biotech, Quantex™, Quattroflow®, and Wilden®. PSG products are manufactured on three continents – North America, Europe, and Asia – in state‑of‑the‑art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO‑certified. PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visit psgdover.com.

We thrive on winning and being number one; and are always looking to add the best and brightest to our talented team of professionals. PSG offers a unique combination of the both small company atmosphere: with an ownership mindset that allows you to make close‑to‑the‑customer decisions; an innovative approach in seeing beyond what is possible today and entrepreneurial spirit in the pursuit of new opportunities; combined with benefits of a large company’s scale, tools, expertise, and financial strength with Dover. Join PSG, a growing global company where your curiosity, hard work and ambition is rewarded with exceptional career opportunities in a friendly & fast paced environment.

PSG is part of the Pumps and Process Solutions segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.

Summary

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a critical strategic and operational partner to plant leadership, focusing on Supervisor, Manager and Professional level talent management. Reporting directly to the HR Director, this role oversees human resources functions within a manufacturing facility in California. The HRBP utilizes Workday and ADP to drive workforce analytics, wage‑and‑hour compliance, and site culture initiatives to optimize production workforce performance and efficiency.

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• PHR-CA (Professional in Human Resources - California) or SPHR-CA highly preferred.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification is a strong plus.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, with a required 2+ years supporting operations within a manufacturing or production facility in California.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of Federal and California employment laws (CFRA, PDL, ADA, FMLA, wage‑and‑hour compliance) and Cal/OSHA regulations.
• Proficiency in Workday, ADP Workforce Manager (or enterprise equivalents), and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Solid foundation in manufacturing safety tracking, workers' compensation management, and complex conflict resolution within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to translate turnover and headcount metrics into actionable recruitment and retention plans.
• Ability to influence without authority, persuading leadership to adopt talent strategies aligned with business outcomes rather than just HR policy.
• Strong active listening and emotional intelligence to read team dynamics, anticipate cultural friction, and resolve sensitive employee relations issues objectively.
• Unwavering integrity and a commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality regarding all employee and company data.
• High comfort level with ambiguity, maintaining composure and a calm demeanor during high‑stress situations or shifting organizational priorities.
• Assertive and approachable communication style to constructively challenge decisions when talent practice or company culture risk being compromised.
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus.

Duties And Responsibilities

Manufacturing HR Analytics & Strategy

• Tracks and shares key site metrics including turnover, engagement, and headcount using Power BI tool to proactively address labor shortages and retention challenges.
• Manage and administer the Dover Employee Engagement Survey and Pulse surveys to capture plant‑floor and management feedback. Works with Department Mangers in the development of action plans from the results and ensure completion.
• Lead strategic site projects focused on HR practices and plant efficiency.

California Employee Relations & Compliance

• Manage employee relations for production supervisors and professional‑level technical staff, fostering an open‑door culture.
• Conduct objective, thorough HR investigations and lead the Corrective Action Partnership process on the floor.
• Manage California Workers' Comp, partnering closely with EHS team to manage complex claims, return‑to‑work protocols, and incident reduction.
• As backup for timekeeping management and payroll closing, ensure strict adherence to California Wage and Hour laws, including FLSA requirements, meal and rest break compliance, overtime rules, and shift‑different­ital tracking.
• Coordinate termination and resignation administration in compliance with California final pay requirements to ensure operational transition continuity and minimize legal risk.

Talent Management & Performance

• In partnership with the Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence, manage the full‑cycle recruitment process for professional and management requisitions. Key responsibilities include:
• Job Creation & Posting: Developing job descriptions, routing requisitions for approval, and posting open roles.
• Candidate Management: Directing recruitment strategies and coordinating the interview process.
• Onboarding & Screening: Extending formal offer letters and overseeing pre‑employment screening.
• Assist HR Director with facilitating the annual Talent Review process for managers and their teams.
• Lead Succession Planning to identify and develop critical future frontline and plant leadership pipelines.
• With Director, Human Resources, drive the end‑to‑end Performance Review and Compensation Cycle within Workday, aligning Merit and Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) allocations with site operational goals.
• Develop and facilitate various people leader coaching, HR trainings and workshops for PSG CA leaders and employees based on business needs and key team priorities.

Policy, Compliance & Culture

• Promote an environment of positive employee relations, maintain confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and demonstrate high‑level integrity.
• Drive policy development and regular policy reviews tailored to highly complex California labor laws (Cal/OSHA, CFRA, PDL, and DLSE regulations).
• Standardize and execute the new hire onboarding process for production supervisors, managers, and professional roles.
• With Human Resources team, coordinate and champion employee events to foster team morale, safety milestones, and positive plant culture.
• Adhere to all safety policies and regulations.
• Maintain stellar attendance.
• May be required to work off hours on occasion.
• Other duties as assigned to support business and department needs.

Travel

Limited travel required <10%

Pay Range

Pay Range: USD 100000.00 - 110000.00 Annually This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. We consider several job‑related, non‑discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.