Global HR Business Partner for International Sales driving HR initiatives and change management. Collaborating with leadership to foster high - performance culture and organizational efficiency.
About the role
- HR Business Partner responsible for various HR functions at Quaker Houghton. Supporting several manufacturing plants and corporate functions in Conshohocken, PA.
Responsibilities
- Partner with front line managers to provide HR guidance and direction to ensure consistent administration of policies and procedures across multiple sites located in multiple states.
- In conjunction with the HR Leader, work with business units to develop talent and manage employee relations issues.
- Provide guidance and coaching to managers regarding performance management of their employees on employee relations issues and other HR functional areas (benefits, payroll, time keeping issues and leave management).
- Maintain employee records and data integrity.
- Collaborate with legal counsel, as necessary.
- Partner with managers to develop and implement Performance Improvement Plans for colleagues with mediocre performance.
- May identify training needs.
- Facilitate leadership and succession planning and career development for site managers and leadership such as facilitating talent reviews and development plans.
- Lead annual performance management process related to talent management.
- Facilitate annual compensation discussions and lead calibration sessions with designated business group to foster growth and retention within the organization.
- Analyze economic and wage data and interpret data.
- Foster an environment of positive labor relations.
- Provide agenda and lead HR portion of monthly leadership meetings (i.e., Fluidcare and other business groups as needed).
- Initiate meetings with new managers as an introduction to QH and HR resources.
- Extract data and reports as requested to supporting the client groups supporting.
- Partner with managers to identify staffing needs & work with Talent Acquisition to fill open positions, conduct workforce planning as needed during high volume/budget cycles.
- Manage collective bargaining agreements (where applicable) and negotiate new contracts in partnership with Plant management.
- Support the selection process by conducting interviews.
- Support hiring manager in developing employment offers in alignment with organizational policies.
- Support organization with administrating or conducting a variety of internal training courses.
- Demonstrate ability to interpret and administer union contracts with respect to employee wages, salaries, pensions, grievances, health care, union, and management practices (where applicable).
- Foster an environment that promotes the companys goals, philosophies, and core values.
- Encourage and support continuous improvement efforts both in HR and customer groups.
- Employ effective change management strategies to aid in business transformation initiatives.
- Formulate partnerships across the HR function (with Centers of Expertise and HR Operations, other HRBPs) to deliver value-added service to Operations populations that reflect the business objectives of the organization.
- Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues.
- Conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
- In partnership with people managers, develop and deliver Performance Improvement Plans for employees with substandard performance.
- Provide employees and management with coaching and counseling, ensuring objectivity and professionalism in dealing with sensitive issues.
- Partner with Safety, Health & Environmental team to support a strong safety culture.
- Support other associates and departments in achieving facility/corporate Responsible Care goals, commit to continually improve the management system.
- May travel regionally to maintain strong site-level connections and business alignment.
- Execute special projects and other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in HR or closely related field and/or relevant HR experience.
- Minimum three years of related HR experience preferably with experience in chemical manufacturing and/or or supply chain operations; as well as experience in supporting corporate functions.
- Global experience within Chemical Manufacturing a plus.
- Experience with Workday Human Capital Management System strongly preferred.
- General knowledge of various local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
- Interpersonal communication skills: Demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility within and throughout all levels of the organization; provide ongoing coaching and feedback, manage through conflict, and strive for continuous improvement.
- Strong managerial courage and ability to work through resistance and pushback to change.
- Strong drive for results is essential, with self-directed leadership, requiring minimal supervision & being initiative-taking.
- Must be comfortable working in a fast paced, ever-changing environment.
- Strong analytical ability and experience incorporating data/metrics in decision making.
- The preferred candidate will have experience in a highly matrixed organization.
Benefits
- Hybrid work environment (3 days/week in Conshohocken office)
- Competitive pay programs with excellent career growth trajectory
- Paid time off for volunteerism
- Dress for your day; how you dress is determined by what your day may bring
- Opportunity to participate in comprehensive benefit options including Medical, Dental, Vision, Parental Leave, Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and Savings Plan
- Work for a global leader in the industrial process fluids industry
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