Human Resources Business Partner

Carris Reels Group; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

Carris Reels Group in Rutland, VT is seeking an experienced HR professional to act as culture ambassador and strategic partner. You will provide guidance across employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and compliance.

The role emphasizes an employee-owned culture, strong teamwork, and continuous improvement, with a focus on manufacturing environments. Bachelor’s degree in HR and 3+ years of experience required; PHR/SHRM-CP preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field.
• HR certification (PHR or SHRM-CP) preferred; OSHA-10/OSHA-30 a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as culture ambassador and HR partner across departments.
• Provide HR guidance in employee relations, performance management, and engagement.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives.
• Oversee onboarding programs and new hire orientation.
• Maintain accurate employee data and coordinate with payroll for updates.
• Support benefits administration and leaves of absence.
• Facilitate training to strengthen leadership and core values.
• Drive employee engagement and wellness initiatives.
• Ensure policy consistency and serve as a trusted resource.

Skills

People skills

Communication

Employee relations

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Location: Rutland Vermont - Rutland, VT 05701, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary/year, Job Shift: Open Availability, Make an Impact. Build Stronger Teams. Shape Our Culture.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as a culture ambassador, promoting our employee-owned values and commitment to shared success.
• Partner with supervisors and managers to provide HR guidance in all HR function areas, such as employee relations, team development, performance management, and engagement.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment & retention - sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding with a focus on building strong, long-term teams.
• Lead new hire orientation and onboarding programs that establish expectations for teamwork, safety, and accountability.
• Maintain accurate employee data, including attendance and timekeeping, and collaborate with Corporate HR/payroll to ensure system updates are timely and accurate.
• Support employees through benefits administration and leaves of absence while maintaining compliance with company policies and employment laws.
• Facilitate training programs that enhance leadership, reinforce our core values, and encourage continuous improvement.
• Drive employee engagement by supporting team development, wellness, and community involvement initiatives.
• Ensure consistent communication and application of company policies; serve as a trusted resource for both employees and leaders.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Employee Ownership: Be part of a 100% employee-owned company where every voice matters and every contribution counts.
• Strong Culture: Play a key role in shaping a supportive, values-driven culture built on ownership and teamwork.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life/disability insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Profit sharing
• Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications: What You Bring

• A genuine passion for people and a collaborative, accountable work style.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field or work equivalent.
• 3+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust at all levels.
• HR certification (PHR or SHRM-CP) preferred; OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 certification a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with HRIS systems preferred.