Region Human Resources Business Partner

Hydro; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 165,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydro is seeking a Region Human Resources Business Partner to partner with leadership across multiple manufacturing sites, including both unionized and non-union facilities. The role, based onsite in Rosemont, IL, drives workforce planning, labor relations, compliance, talent management, and organizational development with clear HR metrics.

You will lead cross-site initiatives, develop talent and succession plans, manage unions where applicable, and ensure legal compliance across jurisdictions

Qualifications

• 10+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• 2+ years in a unionized setting.
• Experience in collective bargaining, workforce planning, HR compliance, and talent management.
• Certifications: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR or CLRP (a plus).
• Strong knowledge of NLRA, FLSA, OSHA, FMLA, ADA and CBA interpretation.
• Union labor relations, bargaining, grievance resolution and multi-state compliance.
• Proficiency with HRIS and timekeeping software and MS Office.
• English required; additional languages a plus.
• 50% travel required.

Responsibilities

• Support the VP of Human Resources in executing the company’s HR vision and strategy.
• Lead HR initiatives across multiple locations to align priorities with business goals.
• Partner with plant and HR leadership to drive workforce planning and succession planning.
• Lead and monitor HR KPIs to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure leadership accountability for culture, engagement, and talent development.
• Oversee union negotiations, grievance handling, and contract compliance at union plants.
• Provide strategic guidance in labor relations and CBA interpretation nationwide.
• Develop union-avoidance strategies at non-union sites while maintaining positive relations.
• Lead HR audits, compliance checks, and risk mitigation across jurisdictions.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws; lead talent acquisition and leadership development.
• Coach plant HR teams on talent pipeline management and workforce planning.
• Drive process improvements and align HR systems with business needs.

Skills

Labor relations

Negotiation

Communication

Strategic HR

Data-driven

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Master’s preferred

Tools

HRIS systems

SuccessFactors

UKG/UltiPro

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Region Human Resources Business Partner (RHRBP) partners with Hydro’s leadership to deliver HR strategy across multiple manufacturing sites, supporting both unionized and non-union facilities. This onsite role in the Rosemont, IL area spans plants in several states and focuses on alignment between HR priorities and operational goals.

Working closely with GMs, senior leadership, plant managers, and local HR teams, you will lead workforce planning, labor relations, compliance, talent management, and organizational development while monitoring HR performance through clear metrics.

What you’ll do

• Support the VP of Human Resources in executing the company’s HR vision and strategy.
• Lead HR initiatives across multiple locations to keep priorities aligned with business goals.
• Partner with plant and HR leadership to drive workforce planning, succession planning, and improvements to organizational structure.
• Lead and monitor HR KPIs at assigned plants to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure plant leadership is accountable for culture, engagement, and talent development.
• At unionized plants, oversee union negotiations, grievance handling, and contract compliance.
• Serve as a strategic partner in labor relations, ensuring consistency in collective bargaining agreement (CBA) interpretation across locations.
• At non-union sites, develop and execute union-avoidance strategies while maintaining positive employee relations.
• Lead workplace investigations, HR and compliance audits, and risk mitigation to support legal and HR compliance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple jurisdictions.
• Lead talent acquisition strategies so staffing levels match production demands.
• Lead succession planning and leadership development programs, including coaching plant HR teams on talent pipeline management.
• Assess and support local plant HR team development to ensure HR capabilities match business needs.
• Implement standardized training and career development frameworks across the region.
• Drive HR process improvement initiatives and benchmark best practices across locations.
• Align HR technology and systems with business needs, improving efficiency and data accuracy.
• Manage HR budgets and resources to optimize HR function performance across sites.
• Drive employee engagement, inclusivity programs, and culture-building initiatives across the region.
• Act as a change agent during organizational restructures and workforce transitions.
• Lead HR compliance audits to support risk management across locations.
• Provide guidance to plant HR teams on proactive policies that address labor trends, legislation, and best practices.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, including 2+ years in a unionized setting.
• Experience in collective bargaining, workforce planning, HR compliance, and talent management.
• Certification in: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR, Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP), or other union/labor relations certifications (a plus).
• Strong knowledge of labor laws including NLRA, FLSA, OSHA, FMLA, and ADA, plus CBA interpretation.
• Strong experience in union labor relations, collective bargaining, grievance resolution, and multi-state compliance.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and timekeeping software (e.g., Success Factors, UKG/UltiPro) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to analyze HR metrics to identify trends and drive process improvements.
• Expertise in talent management, workforce planning, and performance coaching.
• Strong conflict resolution, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environments while balancing priorities.
• Proactive, data-driven problem-solving approach.
• English required; additional language skills are a plus.
• 50% travel required.

Systems and certifications

• Technologies: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, CLRP; HRIS systems; Success Factors; UKG/UltiPro; Microsoft Office Suite.

Compensation and benefits

• Pay range: USD 165,000 - 230,000 per year.
• Medical, Rx, dental, disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement savings plans with company match/contributions.
• Education assistance.
• Bonus plan eligibility.
• Parental leave.

Role details

• Career area: Human Resources
• Department: BU Human Resources
• Job type: Permanent
• Apply by: September 15, 2026
• Travel: 50% travel required

Work locations

• Onsite: Rosemont, IL (60018)
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