HR Business Partner

IPS – Rubbercraft (RCC) is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) responsible for formulating partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP will maintain an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition. Acts as a change agent and leads talent management activities. Anticipates and assesses human resources-related needs and seeks to implement integrated solutions.

About IPS: Integrated Polymer Solutions is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced materials and engineered components focused exclusively on high-value end markets in aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductors, robotics, energy and industrial. The group consists of 8 highly respected brands; AkroFire, ABBA Roller, Icon Aerospace Technology, IRP Medical, MAST Technologies, Northern Engineering Sheffield (NES), Rubbercraft, and Swift Textile Metalizing (STM). Our product range includes elastomeric seals, gaskets, tooling, hoses, ablatives, survivability tiles, coatings and tapes, EMI and thermal shielding, electrically conductive metalized fabrics, and encapsulated O-rings.

Job Accountabilities

• Consults with management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Manages new hire on-boarding and provides best in class experience.
• Provides guidance and input on business unit workforce planning and succession planning.
• Identifies training needs for individual and leadership coaching.
• Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up to ensure training objectives are met.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interface with cross-functional disciplines; using excellent interpersonal skills to drive tasks to completion
• Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize with changing situations
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
• Knowledge and experience in human resources programs, processes, administrative procedures and compliance with government laws/regulations as appropriate for the business location
• Ability to anticipate internal or external business challenges/regulatory issues and make recommendations
• Demonstrated experience in implementing and managing HR projects/programs, and ability to influence and drive organization planning and execution at the unit level
• Ability to interface with cross-functional disciplines; using excellent interpersonal skills to drive tasks to completion
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  
  

Job Specifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or a High a School Diploma/GED, plus four (4) years relevant experience and appropriate certifications may be substituted for meeting the educational requirements only

Years’ Experience: Five (5) years’ relevant experience in Human Resources with working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.

Benefits

At RCC, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

RCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

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