Human Resources Business Partner II

Westlake Royal Building Products; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building products company in Lake Wales, Florida is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist who is bilingual in Spanish. This role demands a strong understanding of human resources practices and the ability to play a vital role in employee relations, talent acquisition, and HR operations. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and a background in HR of 3-7 years. Proficiency in HR systems like Workday and SAP is preferred, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years progressive HR experience required.
• 2+ years’ experience in a generalist/functional HR role preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responds to inquiries regarding policies and procedures.
• Manages compensation programs for employees.
• Coordinates client group training with management.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritize work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations, Labor Relations, Human Resources or related field

SHRM or HRCI certification

Tools

Workday

SAP

JDE

Job description

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist @ Westlake | Bilingual

Bilingual in Spanish is required

Onsite required

HRBP I

SUMMARY

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) II is responsible for supporting leaders and employees with a wide range of HR initiatives, operational processes and procedures, tactical issues, and employee relations efforts. The HRBP builds positive working relationships and acts as a contact for leaders and employees within the assigned client group.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs.
• Develop and maintains knowledge of company systems (Workday, SAP, JDE).
• Recruits, interviews, tests and selects salaried and hourly employees for client group. Conducts new employee orientation to foster positive impression of business unit.
• Administers salary and hourly compensations programs to ensure compliance and equity within the client group.
• Administers vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and other employee related reports requested by management.
• Prepares new hire and termination documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine termination reason.
• Represents organization and employee related hearings and investigations.
• Manages company sponsored events and programs such as community outreach and service award banquets.
• Coordinates client group training with client group and human resources management.
• Any additional duties and tasks as required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations, Labor Relations, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field. SHRM or HRCI certified professional preferred.
• 3-7 years progressive HR experience. 2+ years’ experience in a generalist/functional role with exposure to compensation, performance management, training, labor relation. Manufacturing experience preferred.

Required Behavioral Skills

• Demonstrated ability to exhibit Westlake Behaviors.
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently, and coordinate with colleagues.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, high level of attention to detail and adaptability to changing business requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel can be up to as much as 10% including air travel or auto travel.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Westlake Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affiative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.