Human Resources Business Partner

JTS, Merkel, TX, US, None

Duration: Full Time

Summary:
The Human Resources Business Partner will serve as a trusted advisor to JTS leaders and employees, aligning people strategy with business objectives to enable sustainable growth in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsible for supporting core Human Resources functions and working directly with frontline leaders and employees. Partners with assigned client groups and HR colleagues to ensure consistent delivery of HR policies, practices, and initiatives. Contributes to team goals by executing HR programs that are aligned with business objectives. Has an impact on employee experience and supports HR leadership in implementing operational plans.

Accountabilities:

Counsels and trains supervisors on interpretation and administration of HR policies.
Administers HR policies and procedures to ensure fair and consistent application.
Handles employee relations issues, including investigations, counseling, and corrective actions.
Ensures compliance with state, local, and federal employment regulations.
Partners with leaders to support HR goals and business initiatives.
Assists with compensation, performance management, and job evaluation processes.
Prepares reports, maintains HRIS data, and provides insights to support decision-making.
Exercises independent judgment when handling sensitive employee matters.
Maintains regular, consistent, and punctual attendance, with flexibility for business needs.
Responsible for supporting job progression programs and employee life cycle
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Attributes

Safety First: Ensures HR policies, training, and practices foster a safe and compliant workplace at every JTS facility.
Have Humanity: Leads with empathy and fairness, supporting diverse employees and building trust across the workforce.
Be Transparent: Communicates openly and honestly, ensuring leaders and employees have clarity on expectations and decisions.
Drive Innovation: Seeks out and implements creative approaches to talent development, retention, and workforce engagement.
Be Resilient: Adapts quickly to the evolving needs of a growing manufacturing business while keeping people priorities in focus.
Always Reliable: Provides consistent, dependable support leaders can count on in moments of growth, challenge, or change.
Grit: Tackles complex workforce challenges with determination, ensuring long-term success for JTS employees and the business.

Required Knowledge/Experience:

Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, related field, or equivalent experience.
HR certification preferred: PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP
5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a business partner role in manufacturing or industrial settings.
Strong understanding of workforce challenges in manufacturing, including high-volume hiring, retention, and leadership development.
Proven success building trusted relationships with both frontline employees and senior leaders.
Experience in workforce planning, succession management, and organizational design.
Knowledge of employment law and employee relations best practices.
Data-driven mindset, with experience using HRIS platforms and workforce analytics.
Excellent communication, coaching, and facilitation skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, and evolving environment.
Bilingual in Spanish a plus (preferred for workforce communication).

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