Sr Human Resources Business Partner

Oldcastle; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Pay

Life Insurance

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Ash Grove Cement, part of the Ash Grove Family of Companies, seeks a Senior HR Business Partner to provide strategic and operational HR support across multiple cement plant locations in the US and Canada. The role focuses on employee and labor relations, talent acquisition, performance management, and people analytics.

On-site presence at assigned plants is required, with Louisville, NE as a base. The Senior HRBP partners with plant leadership to deliver robust HR programs, mentor HR teams, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of HR experience.
• Onsite work in industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment and labor law, union environment preferred.
• Proficient with HRIS systems (UKG) and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Partner with plant leaders to deliver strategic HR programs.
• Advise on leadership, organizational effectiveness, and structure.
• Mentor HR Business Partners at locations.
• Manage employee and labor relations, including discipline and grievances.
• Support union contract negotiations and interpretation with guidance.
• Oversee recruiting, onboarding, and new hire integration.
• Coach on performance management and career development.
• Analyze turnover and engagement metrics and advise actions.

Skills

Employee relations

Labor relations

Leadership

HR analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / related field

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred

Tools

UKG or similar HCM

Job description

About Ash Grove Family of Companies

Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com

Position Summary

The Senior HR Business Partner provides strategic and operational HR support for assigned cement plant locations. This role serves as a trusted advisor and primary HR point of contact for site leadership across multiple sites across the US and Canada. The Senior HRBP is responsible for the full spectrum of HR operations, including employee and labor relations, talent acquisition, talent management, performance management, training administration, policy compliance, and people analytics. The Senior HRBP mentors HR Business Partners at assigned locations and drives consistent, high-quality delivery of HR services aligned with company objectives. This role requires on‑site presence at assigned locations. Role will be based from the Louisville, NE plant location.

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority.

Key Responsibilities

• Partners with plant and operations leaders to deliver strategic HR programs aligned with business needs across the full employment lifecycle
• Provides subject matter expertise in leadership, organizational effectiveness, org structure, and human capital processes to drive sustainable business results
• Mentors and provides day‑to‑day guidance to HR Business Partners at assigned plant locations
• Oversees and manages employee and labor relations issues, including terminations, performance management, complaints, and disciplinary actions
• Supports and manages union contract negotiations/interpretations, grievances, and arbitration with guidance from the HR leadership and Labor Relations team
• Investigates and documents employee complaints (ADR) and participates in EEOC and complaint meetings as required
• Manages internal and external recruiting activities for assigned plant openings
• Coordinates onboarding, orientation, and new hire integration for plant employees
• Provides education and coaching on performance management throughout the review process
• Analyzes workforce metrics (turnover, engagement, attrition) and recommends action plans to leadership
• Reviews and approves all personnel changes, including salary/position changes, new hires, and separations
• Supports employee separation documentation and conducts exit interviews to identify trends
• Supports talent review, succession planning, and individual development planning
• Coordinates and delivers required HR training in collaboration with the Learning & Development team
• Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies
• Promotes and follows all aspects of safety guidelines and is a constant advocate for all safety programs and initiatives

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Preferred SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP
• Minimum of 5 Years of Experience
• Maintain confidentiality of all employee information and HR records at all times
• Ability to work onsite at assigned locations in an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Ability to work well in a team environment and build strong relationships at all levels across functions and/or sites
• Strong knowledge of employment and labor law; experience with union environments preferred
• Ability to maintain confidential information with discretion
• Proficient in HRIS systems; experience with UKG or similar HCM platforms preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels
• Ability to coach and develop more junior HR professionals
• Ability to analyze HR data and people metrics to inform decisions and translate into actionable recommendations
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities across multiple sites
• Knowledge of talent management, succession planning, and workforce development

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities
• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

Why Join Us

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

Disclaimer

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/DisabilityCRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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