Human Resources Business Partner

Lenovo; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Lenovo in Whitsett, NC is seeking a strategic HR Business Partner to support Lenovo's US Manufacturing plant. You will partner with plant leadership to drive HR initiatives aligned with business goals.

The role leads recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance with federal/state/local laws, while shaping compensation, benefits, and performance programs. You will promote safety and inclusion, maintain HRIS records, and drive workforce development and retention in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to plant leadership on HR-related matters.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding efforts for hourly and salaried positions.
• Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws (OSHA, FMLA, FLSA, EEO).
• Administer compensation, benefits, and performance management programs.
• Support workforce planning and organizational development initiatives.
• Promote a culture of safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate HR records and reports using HRIS systems.
• Conduct training sessions on company policies, safety, and leadership development.
• Lead employee engagement and retention initiatives.

Skills

Strategic thinking

People partnering

Recruitment & onboarding

Employee relations

Compliance awareness

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s in HR or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Workday

ADP

SAP

Job description

* United States of America - North Carolina - Whitsett

Why Work at Lenovo

We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.

Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).

This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com , and read about the latest news via our StoryHub .

Description and Requirements

The HR Business Partner will provide progressive Human Resources support to Lenovo's US Manufacturing plant This role provides thought leadership in guiding, developing and implementing strategic and tactical HR initiatives focused on achieving business objectives.

The selected candidate must be a strategic thought leader, have a track record of building partnerships with all levels of employees and have a history of implementing successful programs across heavily matrixed organizations. Thought leadership, organizational agility, business acumen, relationship building, and solid execution are the keys to being successful in this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a strategic partner to plant leadership on HR-related matters.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding efforts for hourly and salaried positions.
• Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws (e.g., OSHA, FMLA, FLSA, EEO).
• Administer compensation, benefits, and performance management programs.
• Support workforce planning and organizational development initiatives.
• Promote a culture of safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate HR records and reports using HRIS systems.
• Conduct training sessions on company policies, safety, and leadership development.
• Lead employee engagement and retention initiatives.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, ADP, SAP).
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.

Additional Locations: * United States of America - North Carolina - Whitsett

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