People Partner

APM Terminals; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Job summary

Maersk in Torrance, CA is seeking a People Partner to serve as HR advisor to frontline operations across multiple stations, delivering strategic and hands-on people support. You will partner closely with leaders to drive employee engagement, performance management, workforce planning, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness.

This role supports the Frontline People Organization (FLPO) and plays a critical role in fostering a positive workplace culture while navigating a dynamic

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, or similar HR leadership role.
• Strong employee relations and investigation experience supporting frontline and hourly employee populations.
• Experience supporting multiple sites, leaders, and geographically dispersed operations.
• Proven ability to lead or support change management initiatives in fast-paced environments.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, policy interpretation, and HR best practices.
• Excellent stakeholder management, coaching, and influencing skills.
• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations matters including investigations, disciplinary actions, leaves of absence, attendance concerns, and workplace issues.
• Partner with business leaders to provide coaching and guidance on performance management, talent development, and employee matters.
• Support multiple operational sites across several states, ensuring consistent HR partnership and compliance.
• Lead and support annual People Function processes, workforce planning, and organizational initiatives.
• Drive employee engagement, culture, retention, and development initiatives to improve business performance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and employment practices.
• Act as a strategic partner to regional leadership by providing insights on talent, attrition, compensation, and people trends.

Skills

HR Generalist

HR Business Partner

Employee relations

Change management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or related field

Job description

About Maersk

At Maersk, we’re transforming global supply chains through end-to-end integrated logistics. As a global leader in connecting and simplifying trade, we help businesses move goods seamlessly across ocean, air, landside transportation, and warehousing, all supported by cutting edge technology and an extensive global network. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and able to be themselves. Our team members come from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we value the unique strengths each person contributes. With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

About the role

As a People Partner, you will serve as a trusted HR advisor to frontline operations across multiple stations and states, delivering both strategic and hands-on people support. You will partner closely with leaders to drive employee engagement, performance management, workforce planning, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness. This role supports the Frontline People Organization (FLPO) and plays a critical role in fostering a positive workplace culture while navigating a dynamic business environment characterized by growth and change. The position requires regular on-site presence, regional travel, and the ability to influence leaders while balancing operational and strategic priorities.

What We Offer

This is an exciting career opportunity to work in a truly international company that makes global trade happen. You will be interacting daily with passionate colleagues around the world, giving you the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a global environment. Through the training and support we provide and learning on the job, you will have the chance to truly take your career all the way. Work in a global organization with opportunities to partner across regions and functions. Contribute to meaningful transformation and change management initiatives. Access ongoing learning, development, and leadership partnership opportunities.

• Eligible full-time employees receive Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, and 401(k) Match.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations matters including investigations, disciplinary actions, leaves of absence, attendance concerns, and workplace issues.
• Partner with business leaders to provide coaching and guidance on performance management, talent development, and employee matters.
• Support multiple operational sites across several states, ensuring consistent HR partnership and compliance.
• Lead and support annual People Function processes, workforce planning, and organizational initiatives.
• Drive employee engagement, culture, retention, and development initiatives to improve business performance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and employment practices.
• Act as a strategic partner to regional leadership by providing insights on talent, attrition, compensation, and people trends.

Who We Are Looking For

We recognize that experience comes in many forms. If you don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

• 5+ years of experience as an HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, or similar HR leadership role.
• Strong employee relations and investigation experience supporting frontline and hourly employee populations.
• Experience supporting multiple sites, leaders, and geographically dispersed operations.
• Proven ability to lead or support change management initiatives in fast-paced environments.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, policy interpretation, and HR best practices.
• Excellent stakeholder management, coaching, and influencing skills.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and proactive, with an entrepreneurial mindset and strong ownership mentality.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related field preferred.
• Advanced English proficiency required; Spanish proficiency is highly desirable.

Job Type: Full-time Location: Torrance, CA (Fully on-site, 5 days per week) Travel Expectations: Approximately 25% regional travel across multiple sites and states.

Salary: $95,000 - $115,000* *The stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary and may be adjusted based on market conditions, experience, and location. Final compensation will be discussed directly with the selected candidate(s) in compliance with all applicable laws.

Notice to applicants applying to positions in the United States: You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing [e-mail].

A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer’s supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world.

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