Human Resources Business Partner - Employee Relations - Experienced - On-site

Usi Insurance; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Target

Medical benefits

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

KEYENCE in Itasca, IL, is seeking an entry-level Human Resources Business Partner – Employee Relations. This role partners with leadership to shape HR policies, conducts engagement interviews across 38 U.S.

offices, and manages performance, disciplinary matters, and employee transfers. It offers a promote-from-within culture, comprehensive benefits, a strong focus on engagement, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field.
• 1–2 years’ HR experience.
• Strong critical thinking and business acumen.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Willingness to travel nationwide to support our teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to shape and govern HR policies that reflect KEYENCE’s philosophy.
• Facilitate shared understanding of policies across all levels of the organization.
• Conduct engagement interviews and surveys across 38 U.S. offices.
• Own the exit process and analyze trends to improve retention and employee satisfaction.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on performance, discipline, and grievance matters.
• Manage employee transfers, relocations, leaves of absence, and workers’ compensation.
• Provide risk assessments and ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Lead statutory reporting and stay ahead of legislative changes.
• Innovate and optimize HR programs and processes for long-term growth.
• Support leadership development programs and feedback initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Integrity

Confidentiality

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Job description

Human Resources Business Partner - Employee Relations - Entry Level

Join KEYENCE as a Human Resources Business Partner – Employee Relations

Location:Keyence U.S. Headquarters – Itasca, IL
Total Compensation (Base + Bonus):$85,555

What We Offer

• Bonus Target:$19,185 annually (performance-based), paid quarterly
• Benefits:Medical, dental, vision, 401K match, ~4 weeks PTO in first full year
• Career Growth:Promote-from-within culture with base and bonus increases

Why KEYENCE?

• Recognized by Forbes as one of World’s Most Innovative Companies
• A global leader in factory automation and quality assurance solutions
• Operating profit of over 40% for 25 consecutive years
• A culture that invests in your success from day one

Job Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

As a Human Resources Business Partner – Employee Relations, you’ll play a pivotal role in aligning our workforce with our core values and business objectives. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is passionate about fostering a culture of engagement, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Ambassador of Company Alignment

• Partner with leadership to shape and govern HR policies that reflect KEYENCE’s philosophy.
• Facilitate shared understanding of policies across all levels of the organization.

Employee Engagement & Retention

• Conduct engagement interviews and surveys across 38 U.S. offices.
• Own the exit process and analyze trends to improve retention and employee satisfaction.

Performance Management & Employee Relations

• Serve as a trusted advisor on performance, discipline, and grievance matters.
• Manage employee transfers, relocations, leaves of absence, and workers’ compensation.

Compliance & Strategic Consultation

• Provide risk assessments and ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Lead statutory reporting and stay ahead of legislative changes.
• Innovate and optimize HR programs and processes for long-term growth.

Leadership Development & Culture Building

• Support leadership development programs and feedback initiatives.
• Promote a professional, respectful, and engaging work environment.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 1-2 years’ experience in Human Resources.
• Strong critical thinking and business acumen.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Knowledge of employment laws (EEO, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, etc.).
• Willingness to travel nationwide to support our teams.