Human Resources Business Partner II

The Hillman Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Cincinnati seeks a Human Resources Business Partner II to enhance employee relations and drive HR programs. This role involves managing employee communications, staffing, benefits, and performance management for approximately 350 employees, ensuring a positive work environment and compliance with policies.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first contact for HR and Payroll inquiries.
• Manage performance review and merit processes.
• Coordinate employee engagement survey program.

Skills

Effective communication

Confidentiality

Self-prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Summary

The Human Resources Business Partner II partners with leaders to deliver business results and actively foster a positive and employee-friendly environment. This role drives the implementation of various HR programs, including employee communications, staffing, benefits, training, employee relations, performance management, and safety. The HRBP II ensures consistent application and documentation of policies and procedures. Additionally, this position is responsible for managing sales employees within the organization (approximately 350 employees).

Essential Job Functions

1. Employee Relations

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee requests and questions regarding HR and Payroll.
• Administer company policies and ensure compliance.
• Assist in employee relations investigations.
• Escalate employee relations matters to Senior HRBP and HR Director as necessary.
• Conduct all HR internal audits.
• Organize and maintain employee, I-9, and other file systems.
• Maintain various HR monthly reports.

Compensation, Benefits, and Recognition

• Manage performance review and merit processes.
• Support implementation of pay structure changes.
• Collaborate with HRIS team and payroll to reconcile pay errors and time clock issues.
• Oversee and conduct monthly reward and recognition programs.
• Coordinate employee benefits including enrollments, terminations, and changes.

Employee Engagement

• Facilitate open, two-way, timely communication and collaboration to support understanding across all employee levels.
• Coordinate the company's engagement survey program and performance improvement initiatives.
• Maintain visibility and approachability for all employees.

Safety

• Monitor compliance with HR-related issues (OSHA, Federal Postings, etc.) and maintain OSHA logs.
• Prepare and submit safety and accident reports to the Safety Director following established procedures.
• Oversee the ID badge process and ensure employees wear ID badges.
• This description is not exhaustive; duties and responsibilities may change or be added as needed.

Employees are encouraged to participate in safety and health activities, including reporting hazards and unsafe practices, wearing personal protective equipment, and supporting safety committees.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of relevant experience.

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective communication skills across multiple methods and employee levels.
• Ability to self-prioritize responsibilities and programs.
• High level of confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Operational Equipment

N/A

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work Environment

Office setting with occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles; loud shop environment; functional vision and hearing required.

Physical Demands

Primarily sedentary office work.