People, Culture, and Talent Partner

AMBAC International; Elgin (SC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gainshare eligibility

401(k) with company match

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Life, short- and long-term disability

Employee ownership through ESOP

Paid time off

Job summary

AMBAC International in Elgin, SC is seeking a People, Culture, and Talent Partner to lead the full HR function from employee relations and compliance to total rewards, talent acquisition, and leadership development. Reporting to the Chief Transformation Officer, this role shapes enterprise-wide people strategy while staying hands-on with the workforce.

This position offers the opportunity to drive people strategy across the enterprise while deeply engaging with employees who bring it to life

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of hands-on HR generalist experience.
• Depth in HR compliance, employee relations, total rewards/compensation, and talent acquisition.
• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience delivering employee training programs.
• A growth mindset and comfort operating in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Genuine interest in employee ownership and open-book management.

Responsibilities

• Own employee relations across the facility — investigations, conflict resolution, and day-to-day guidance for managers and employees
• Build and administer total rewards and compensation programs, including benchmarking and pay structures
• Ensure HR compliance with all federal, state, and local employment regulations
• Lead full-cycle talent acquisition for a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing workforce
• Design and deliver employee training, onboarding, and leadership development programs
• Champion our Open Book, ESOP culture and help embed business literacy at every level
• Build the HR infrastructure and processes needed to scale as the business grows

Skills

HR generalist

Employee relations

Compliance

Talent acquisition

Total rewards/compensation

Leadership development

Manufacturing experience

Training program design

Job description

People, Culture, and Talent Partner

Location: Elgin, SC | Schedule: 4-Day Week (4/10, Mon-Thur 6:30 AM–4:30 PM (Warehouse Support) & Remote/Off Fridays (Dictated on Business Needs))

We're Hiring: People, Culture, and Talent Partner

Do you want real ownership over how people, culture, and talent strategy come to life — not just administer programs, but build them from the ground up?

AMBAC International is hiring a People, Culture, and Talent Partner to lead the full HR function at our Elgin, SC facility — from employee relations and compliance to total rewards, talent acquisition, and leadership development. Reporting to the Chief Transformation Officer, this role is central to how we build people, not just parts.

This position offers the opportunity to shape enterprise-wide people strategy while staying hands-on with the employees who bring it to life every day.

Why Join AMBAC?

• Employee-owned and Open Book Managed
• Multi-year winner of Best Places to Work in South Carolina
• 4-day workweek (Fridays remote or off- based on business need)
• People-first, team-focused culture
• Real influence over enterprise people, culture, and talent strategy

What You'll Do

• Own employee relations across the facility — investigations, conflict resolution, and day-to-day guidance for managers and employees
• Build and administer total rewards and compensation programs, including benchmarking and pay structures
• Ensure HR compliance with all federal, state, and local employment regulations
• Lead full-cycle talent acquisition for a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing workforce
• Design and deliver employee training, onboarding, and leadership development programs
• Champion our Open Book, ESOP culture and help embed business literacy at every level
• Build the HR infrastructure and processes needed to scale as the business grows

What You Bring

• 10-15 years of hands-on HR generalist experience
• Demonstrated depth in HR compliance, employee relations, total rewards/compensation, and talent acquisition
• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Experience designing and delivering employee training programs
• A growth mindset and comfort operating in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Genuine interest in employee ownership and open-book management

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Gainshare eligibility
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Employee ownership through our ESOP and long-term career growth

About AMBAC

We've been building power and engine systems since 1910. Today, we serve the world's most demanding industries. As a legacy-rich, employee-owned manufacturer, we're committed to precision, pride in craft, and shared success.

AMBAC International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.