at G&W Electric Company in Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.
HR Business Partner
Position Summary: Reporting to the Sr. Human Resources Business Partner the HRBP serves as a trusted business advisor to the organization on HR-related programs and priorities. They will assess and anticipate HR-related needs and proactively communicate solutions. The HRBP collaborates to build trusted relationships that deliver value and reflects G&W's culture, vision and values. The HR Business Partner acts as a liaison between various HR functions and across to organization on priorities such as: Onboarding, Offboarding, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Compensation, Talent Assessments, Succession Planning, and Engagement/Retention.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities:
Actively support HR Leadership Team in the provision of People initiatives that are aligned with the business vision and strategy of global growth and translating business vision into HR operational excellence strategies and plans, to implement change and support business development
Provide trusted thought leadership and HR/Employee Relations advice to all stakeholders, ensuring a balanced approach is taken to resolving all HR issues. Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance
Drive, influence, advise and support the cultural and people aspects of organizational change
Drive accountability and provide day-to-day guidance to line management as it relates to-coaching, counseling, career development, succession and talent management, performance management and disciplinary actions
Develop and implement HR solutions that drive performance improvement and support the short- and long-term business objectives
Work proactively with managers and leaders to evaluate and prepare for future talent needs. Manage all internal transitions and promotions for hourly manufacturing workforce to ensure appropriateness and eligibility.
Serve as a change management leader, effectively preparing managers and leaders to drive change
Partner with Corporate COEs (Center of Excellence) in leadership development, compensation, benefits and staffing to help drive organizational initiatives
Manage and develop plant apprenticeship program support
Provide admin support for HR Performance Mgmt system
Participate in and/or lead specific projects, as assigned. Support VP Global Human Resources with reports, metrics and other miscellaneous projects.
Leadership:
Team Leader: advises and coordinates team efforts to completion; answers questions functioning as an expert resource; maintains assignment completion schedules. Performs the same tasks as others within the team along with some higher-level tasks.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of skill development and work experience
Minimum of 7 years' experience resolving complex employee relations issues and progressive HR experience within a manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Outlook. Should be proficient and comfortable working with spreadsheets and data, ensuring data integrity and accuracy is maintained
Ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented and highly collaborative environment
Must possess leadership qualities with exceptional communication skills both written and verbal
Strong interpersonal and customer skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) designation
Physical Demands / Working Conditions:
General Office Environment, PC use
Why join us? G&W enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal... For full info follow application link.
"G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
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