Senior HR Business Partner

Cooper Machinery Services; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage (short/long-term)

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Job summary

Cooper Machinery Services, a long‑standing energy industry leader based in Bethlehem, PA, seeks a Senior HR Business Partner to align people strategy with business goals.

You will partner with leaders to drive organizational design, workforce planning, performance management, and talent development while guiding employee relations, compliance, and HR program delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience as an HR Business Partner supporting leaders in a complex, operational environment.
• Ability to influence and advise leaders at multiple levels, including senior leadership.
• Experience mentoring or coaching other HR professionals.
• Knowledge of employee relations, performance management, talent management, and employment practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned business units, providing strategic counsel on organizational design, workforce planning, performance management, talent development, and employee engagement.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders on complex employee relations matters, including performance management, investigations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Partner with leadership to assess organizational effectiveness, identify talent and capability gaps, and develop action plans aligned with business goals.
• Support leaders through change initiatives such as growth, restructuring, reorganizations, and process improvements.
• Collaborate closely with HR Centers of Excellence (Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Payroll, Benefits) to deliver integrated and effective HR solutions.
• Lead and support annual HR processes including performance reviews, merit and promotion planning, succession planning, and engagement initiatives.
• Use data, metrics, and insights to inform decision‑making and provide clear recommendations to leaders.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and ethical standards.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of HR programs, tools, and processes as the HR function matures.
• Model strong leadership behaviors and reinforce company values across the organization.
• Support special projects and initiatives that advance HR strategy and business priorities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

HR Business Partner

Leadership coaching

Employee relations

Talent management

Cross-cultural

HRIS

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Human Resources| Bethlehem, PA (Hybrid) | Full-Time, Exempt Cooper Machinery Services has been powering the energy industry since 1833, and today our legends run stronger than ever. We're looking for a Senior HR Business Partner.

Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources| Bethlehem, PA (Hybrid) | Full-Time, Exempt Cooper Machinery Services has been powering the energy industry since 1833, and today our legends run stronger than ever. We're looking for a Senior HR Business Partner.

People. Process. Technology. Impact. Join us and help transform how HR partners, supports, and provides value to our employees and business leaders.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned business units, providing strategic counsel on organizational design, workforce planning, performance management, talent development, and employee engagement.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders on complex employee relations matters, including performance management, investigations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Partner with leadership to assess organizational effectiveness, identify talent and capability gaps, and develop action plans aligned with business goals.
• Support leaders through change initiatives such as growth, restructuring, reorganizations, and process improvements.
• Collaborate closely with HR Centers of Excellence (Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Payroll, Benefits) to deliver integrated and effective HR solutions.
• Lead and support annual HR processes including performance reviews, merit and promotion planning, succession planning, and engagement initiatives.
• Use data, metrics, and insights to inform decision‑making and provide clear recommendations to leaders.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and ethical standards.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of HR programs, tools, and processes as the HR function matures.
• Model strong leadership behaviors and reinforce company values across the organization.
• Support special projects and initiatives that advance HR strategy and business priorities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

• Significant experience as an HR Business Partner supporting leaders in a complex, operationally focused environment.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and advise leaders at multiple levels, including senior leadership.
• Prior experience leading, mentoring, or coaching other HR professionals.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, performance management, talent management, and employment practices.
• Exposure to international HR support, including partnering with leaders or employees outside the U.S. and navigating cross‑cultural considerations, global policies, or local employment practices.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution and problem‑solving.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain HR concepts and recommendations to leaders and employees.
• Comfortable working in a growing organization where processes may still be evolving.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office tools.

Desired Characteristics

• Positive, solutions‑oriented leader with a willingness to roll up their sleeves.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow‑through.
• Approachable and collaborative, with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.
• Adaptable and comfortable navigating ambiguity and change.
• Passionate about developing leaders, employees, and HR team members.
• Team‑oriented mindset with a commitment to strengthening the overall HR function.
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and sound judgment in all interactions and decisions.
• Strong commitment to supporting the business, customers, and communities we serve.

Why Join Us

• Most benefits are effective on your first day of employment, no waiting period.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company‑paid life, AD&DD, short‑term, and long‑term disability coverage (6‑month short‑term disability waiting period).
• Voluntary life, AD&DD, and long‑term disability buy‑up plan.
• Voluntary benefit plans including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match; employees are 100% vested on Day 1.
• Maternity and parental leave, Arc Fertility Benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support.

Cooper Machinery Services is an equal opportunity employer and gives all qualified applicants consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.