Senior HR Business Partner

Etac AB; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Etac AB is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner in Stevens Point, WI to act as a strategic partner to leaders across manufacturing and corporate functions. You will work on employee relations, performance management, organizational effectiveness, and leadership development to drive business results with compliant HR practices.

The role focuses on workforce planning, engagement, retention, and organizational health, partnering with leaders to align people strategies with business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Strong employee relations and investigation experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing and corporate populations.

Responsibilities

• Lead full spectrum of employee relations matters, investigations, and conflict resolution efforts.
• Coach managers and supervisors on employee performance, accountability, communication, and corrective action.
• Provide guidance regarding disciplinary actions, employee concerns, and policy interpretation.
• Partner with leaders to proactively identify and address workforce challenges.
• Identify trends related to turnover, absenteeism, employee relations, performance, and engagement.
• Support organizational change initiatives and department restructuring efforts.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.
• Partner on ADA, accommodation, FMLA, PWFA, and other employment-related matters.
• Develop workforce strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Promote employee engagement and retention initiatives.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Organizational development

Workforce planning

Leadership development

Data analysis

Communication

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Excel

Benefits databases

Job description

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Senior HR Business Partner

Full Time Stevens Point, WI, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1627

Job Summary

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner serves as a strategic partner to leaders across manufacturing and corporate functions, providing expertise in employee relations, performance management, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and leadership development. This role helps drive business results through people-focused solutions while ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies.

The Sr. HRBP acts as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees and serves as a key member of the HR team responsible for improving organizational health, employee engagement, retention, and workforce capability.

Essential Functions

Job Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Leadership Support

• Lead full spectrum of employee relations matters, investigations, and conflict resolution efforts.
• Coach managers and supervisors on employee performance, accountability, communication, and corrective action.
• Provide guidance regarding disciplinary actions, employee concerns, and policy interpretation.
• Partner with leaders to proactively identify and address workforce challenges.

Organizational Effectiveness

• Identify trends related to turnover, absenteeism, employee relations, performance, and engagement.
• Recommend solutions that improve workforce stability and organizational effectiveness.
• Facilitate talent review, succession planning, and workforce planning discussions.
• Support organizational change initiatives and department restructuring efforts.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, Canadian provincial, and local employment regulations.
• Partner on ADA, accommodation, FMLA, PWFA, and other employment-related matters.
• Provide input to HR Executive leader on complex employee situations and associated legal risk.

Strategic Partnership

• Serve as HR Business Partner for various business leaders and departments.
• Partner with leadership to align workforce strategies with business objectives.
• Support development of employee engagement and retention initiatives.

Other

• Perform all duties in a manner that follows, demonstrates, and promotes Etac company values and elements.
• Report to work as scheduled, on time, and able to work entire work schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

• Knowledgeable in federal and state employment guidelines
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Effective planning and priority setting.
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present insights clearly.
• Professional and collaborative mindset when working with internal and external partners.
• High level of attention to detail and record keeping.
• Intermediate computer proficiency and technical aptitude in Microsoft programs, HRIS, and benefits databases (with Advanced Excel skills to include pivot tables, XLOOKUP & formulas).
• Possess excellent problem-solving skills.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly adaptable and responsive to changing business needs.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Possess strong organizational skills.
• Possess a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to observe and identify details.
• Ability to effectively communicate and perceive information.

Physical Demands

• Frequent sitting, wrist manipulation, walking, and standing.
• Frequent sedentary work with lifting up to 10 pounds.
• Occasional medium work with lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to type and operate office equipment frequently.
• Must be able to complete all physical requirements to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

Education / Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field and 7+ years of progressive experience.
• Strong employee relations and investigation experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing and corporate populations.
• Demonstrated experience coaching managers and influencing business decisions.

Preferred

• Multi-state employment law experience.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.
• Experience supporting hourly and professional workforces.
• Organizational development and workforce planning experience.
• Standard working conditions include a temperature-controlled office and manufacturing environment.

This position does not now or in the future provide immigration sponsorship.

This position is subject to a background check. A prior conviction or pending charge will not automatically disqualify you from consideration. In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, criminal histories will only be evaluated if the circumstances of the offense substantially relate to the duties of this position.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the associate for this position. Duties, activities, and responsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Associate must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ki Mobility is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.