Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Job Description

Illuminate USA, a new standalone joint venture established by two global leaders in renewable energy, is building one of the largest solar panel manufacturing factories in the Western Hemisphere.

This 1.1 million-square-foot factory is currently in advanced stages of preparation in the Columbus, Ohio area. Illuminate USA is seeking highly motivated team members to help the company grow from startup to a full scale, industry leading manufacturer with $1B - $2B expected annual revenue and over 1,200 associates in less than two years.

This will be a fast-paced and exciting time in our history as we are building something great from the ground up here in central Ohio.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, and ongoing career development opportunities. Come join our collaborative, people-focused, and inn ovative workplace as we embark upon this unique and exciting journey!

Job Summary :

We are currently looking for a Human Resources Business Partner for our new factory in Columbus, Ohio.

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for assisting in aligning human resources practice with business objectives within designated business units.

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and associates that reflect business objectives of the organization and plays a key role in developing people strategy to maximize business goals.

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) maintains an effective level of business literacy regarding its plans, policies, culture and competition.

Responsibilities :

• Partner with peers in a manner that upholds the Illuminate USA culture by integrating the vision, mission and values into your role with co-workers, and associates served.
• Develop a high level of business knowledge and strong partnership with associates and managers on HR related matters. This position will work closely with operations on HR related matters and will participate in business development, support, and growth of the organization.
• Build strong relationships with operations supervisors to address and mitigate associate or manager concerns. Actively propose new areas in which HR may add value.
• Provide coaching and resources to assist managers with employment law, investigations, coaching, progressive discipline, conditions of employment, accommodations, leaves of absences, terminations and associate development and engagement.
• Provide support operations management and quality assurance in developing, preparing and disseminating key human resources data points in support of internal and external regulatory requirements.
• Provide specific HR training to supervisors on employment law, leaves of absence, workers' compensation information and procedures.
• Conduct and support exit, stay interviews and culture surveys. Provide trending analysis and recommendations in conjunction with Operations Management to improve overall retention.
• Lead and conduct associate investigations related to HR related areas. Track and provide feedback regarding associate grievances in accordance with policy.
• Utilize uniform Illuminate HR policies, recommend changes to forms and policies and implement final revisions within the state.
• Provide support or manage areas such as workers compensation, unemployment, and leaves of absences.
• Know and answer questions about Illuminate's benefits. Explain and promote insurance and 401(k) plans to associates, assist with problems with benefits and respond to all associate questions.

Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree and three or more years of general human resources experience.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including organizational diagnosis, employee relations, inclusion and diversity, performance management, and federal and state's respective employment laws.
• Experience with investigations, coaching, development and training, project and change management and data analysis preferred.

NICE TO HAVE :

• Workday HRIS
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification
• Master's Degree (HRI) or MBA in HRM

Illuminate USA 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, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Illuminate is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.