McKinney HR Business Partner

Prysmian Group; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian Group in McKinney, TX, seeks an HR Business Partner to serve as the primary HR partner for the manufacturing operations, providing strategic and hands-on support to plant leadership and employees. You will drive employee engagement, performance management, compliance with employment laws, and HR operational excellence, partnering with leaders to align HR initiatives with business objectives.

Reporting to the Site HR Manager, you will lead talent development, succession planning, leave

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 1-3 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing or operations environment.
• Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, talent development, and workforce planning.
• Working knowledge of employment law, leave administration, and HR compliance requirements.
• PHR, SHRM-CP, SPHR, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with plant leadership to develop and execute people strategies that support operational and business objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to managers on employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and leadership development.
• Lead employee relations activities, including investigations, conflict resolution, corrective action, and policy interpretation.
• Drive employee engagement, retention, and culture initiatives through regular employee interaction, feedback mechanisms, and action planning.
• Support talent management efforts, including succession planning, performance reviews, leadership development, and identification of high-potential talent.
• Partner with Recruiting and Operations leadership to ensure plant staffing needs are met through effective workforce planning and hiring strategies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, and HR procedures.
• Oversee leave administration, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and other employee leave programs.
• Analyze and report workforce metrics to identify trends and support data-driven decision making.
• Support compensation and labor planning activities, including wage administration, labor cost analysis, and organizational structure reviews.
• Lead organizational change initiatives and effectively communicate HR programs, policies, and business updates throughout the facility.
• Promote and reinforce company values, leadership expectations, and a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee development.

Skills

Employee relations

HR compliance

Workforce planning

Talent development

Performance management

Communication

Change management

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Influence

Education

Bachelor's in HR or related field

PHR/SHRM-CP/SPHR/SHRM-SCP preferred

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector. We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.

Make Your Mark at Prysmian!

Position Overview

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as the primary HR partner for the McKinney manufacturing operations, providing both strategic and hands-on support to plant leadership and employees. Reporting to the Site HR Manager, this role drives employee engagement, workforce planning, talent development, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and HR operational excellence. The HRBP partners with leaders to foster a high-performance culture, support business objectives, ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies, and deliver positive employee experiences across the facility.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Partner with plant leadership to develop and execute people strategies that support operational and business objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to managers on employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and leadership development.
• Lead employee relations activities, including investigations, conflict resolution, corrective action, and policy interpretation.
• Drive employee engagement, retention, and culture initiatives through regular employee interaction, feedback mechanisms, and action planning.
• Support talent management efforts, including succession planning, performance reviews, leadership development, and identification of high-potential talent.
• Partner with Recruiting and Operations leadership to ensure plant staffing needs are met through effective workforce planning and hiring strategies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, and HR procedures.
• Oversee leave administration, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and other employee leave programs.
• Analyze and report workforce metrics to identify trends and support data-driven decision making.
• Support compensation and labor planning activities, including wage administration, labor cost analysis, and organizational structure reviews.
• Lead organizational change initiatives and effectively communicate HR programs, policies, and business updates throughout the facility.
• Promote and reinforce company values, leadership expectations, and a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee development.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong employee relations and conflict-resolution skills.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices.
• Ability to build credibility and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align HR initiatives to operational goals.
• Experience analyzing HR metrics and using data to drive decisions.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and change management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 1-3 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing or operations environment.
• Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, talent development, and workforce planning.
• Working knowledge of employment law, leave administration, and HR compliance requirements.
• PHR, SHRM-CP, SPHR, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are. All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments. Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at [e-mail].

Prysmian is a global cabling solutions provider leading the energy transition and digital transformation. By leveraging its wide geographical footprint and extensive product range, its track record of technological leadership and innovation, and a strong customer base, the company is well-placed to capitalise on its leading positions and win in new, growing markets. Prysmian’s business strategy perfectly matches key market drivers by developing resilient, high-performing, sustainable and innovative cable solutions in the segments of Transmission, Power Grid, Electrification and Digital Solutions. Prysmian is a public company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, with almost 150 years of experience, about 30,000 employees, 108 plants and 26 R&D centres in over 50 countries, and sales of over €15 billion in 2023.