Human Resources Business Partner

Hemlock Semiconductor Group; Michigan; On-site; USD 83,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Hemlock Semiconductor Group in Michigan seeks an HR Business Partner to align business objectives with employees and management. The role champions HR programs and acts as a trusted partner to leadership across multiple departments, driving a world-class employee experience.

You will handle recruitment, coaching, performance management, and compensation considerations while ensuring policy compliance and a strong culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Behavior, Business or related field.
• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred, but not required.
• Green Belt certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Support: Align HR strategy with business goals and provide guidance on employee relations and performance management.
• Employee Relations: Address concerns; conduct investigations and recommend resolutions.
• Policy: Develop and implement effective HR policies to support business growth.
• Talent Management: Develop talent acquisition and retention strategies; facilitate career development and succession planning.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and update policies as needed.
• Performance Management: Oversee processes and ensure fair application across departments.
• HR Reporting and Analytics: Analyze reports to guide leadership decisions.

Skills

Labor laws

Communication

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Results oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Org Behavior/Business

PHR or SHRM-CP preferred

Green Belt certification preferred

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Job description

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Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC) is a leading global provider of hyper pure polysilicon, an essential material used in the semiconductor and solar industries. From smartphones in your pocket to satellites in orbit, our materials play a foundational role in modern technology.

At HSC, employees do work that matters. Team members are part of a safety focused organization that values teamwork, excellence, responsibility and customer focus. Rooted in Michigan for more than 65 years, HSC continues to evolve through innovation, operational discipline and a strong commitment to its people and communities.

This role contributes to HSC’s ongoing work and long-term success by supporting teams, processes and priorities that keep operations running effectively.

Summary

The HRBP will play a critical role in aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated departments. They will form strong partnerships with management on human resource-related issues and bean employee champion and changeagent.

A general knowledge of human resources including recruitment, coaching and development, employment law, employee relations, career growth, performance management, and compensation is needed.This role will partner with and provide guidance to leadership and HR team members in an effort to positively influence organizational performance and drive our culture statement/values.

This person must be a “high touch” individual with HR expertise to execute day-to-day HR service delivery to build a world class employee experience.This role is accountable for all aspects of department performance including Safety & Environment, Quality, Reliability, Production, and Productivity.

Essential Functions

Strategic HR Support: Partner with department leadership to align HR strategy with business goals. Provide HR guidance on a wide range of issues including employee relations, performance management, organizational development, and change management.

Employee Relations: Address and resolve employee concerns and issues in a timely and professional manner. Conduct investigations and provide recommendations for resolution.

Policy: Partner with department leadership and senior leadership to develop and implement effective HR policies and practices that will support growth of the business.

Talent Management: Partner with department leadership to help develop and implement talent acquisition and retention strategies to ensure a strong pipeline of qualified candidates. Facilitate career development discussions and succession planning.

Compliance: Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Be informed of changes in labor laws and recommend policy updates as needed.

Performance Management: Oversee the performance management process for specific departments, providing guidance and support to managers and employees. Ensure fair and consistent application of performance management practices.

HR Reporting and Analytics: Analyze and interpretvarious types of employee reports (e.g., compensation, job levels, attrition, etc.) to guide decision making and provide proactive solutions to leadership.

Additional Duties/Responsibilities

• Broad knowledge of compensation, talent development, benefits, and recruiting.
• Analyze/review compensation in relation to promotions and pay increases.
• Provide support for talent management initiatives.
• Provide back-up support to the HR Manager.
• Conduct onboarding/offboarding sessions when necessary
• Participates and/or leads Employee Resource Groups

Skills & Behaviors

• Strong knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices.
• Proficient in verbal and written communications
• Influencing leaders and employees
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build strong collaborative relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Extreme ownership – strong commitment to customer, employees, and candidate care.
• Creative – actively considers creative “think outside the box” solutions
• Flexible – ability to pivot as needed
• Focuses on performance and driving results
• Proactively engages with customers to solve business problems

Required Work Experience

• 6+ years of experience in Human Resources
• Experience in manufacturing facility a plus
• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred, but not required.
• SAP Success Factors experience preferred

Minimum Required Education/Certification

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Behavior, Business or related field
• Experience in Manufacturing and working specifically supporting a Production group, will be of great benefit
• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred, but not required
• Green Belt certification prefered, but not required

Physical Requirements

Standing - Frequent (51-75%)

Walking - Frequent (50-75%)

Hand Movement - Frequent (51-75%)

Repetition - Frequent (51-75%)

The range for this position is $83,415.00 - $114,695.90assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, variable bonus, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

HSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at:

989.301.5333
or email your request to
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All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.