HR Business Partner

Robert Half is partnering with a well-established, nationally recognized consumer products manufacturer seeking an HR Business Partner for its expanding manufacturing facility in Troy, Alabama. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on HR professional who enjoys working directly with employees, building relationships, and making a meaningful impact on workplace culture.

The facility is undergoing significant expansion, creating an immediate need for an HR Business Partner who can support employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, payroll administration, and day-to-day HR operations.

The ideal candidate will be energetic, approachable, service-oriented, and comfortable working with employees at all levels of an organization. While manufacturing experience is preferred, the company is open to candidates from other industries who bring strong HR fundamentals and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR resource for hourly employees and frontline supervisors, providing guidance on policies, procedures, and employee concerns.
• Manage employee relations matters, including workplace investigations, conflict resolution, corrective actions, and performance management.
• Maintain a visible, approachable presence on the production floor while building strong relationships with employees and leadership.
• Coordinate hourly recruiting activities, interviews, pre-employment screening, and onboarding in partnership with corporate Talent Acquisition.
• Support significant hiring activity associated with the facility's ongoing expansion.
• Review employee timecards, attendance records, and payroll information to ensure accurate and timely processing.
• Assist employees with benefits questions, open enrollment, and other HR-related needs.
• Partner with plant leadership and safety personnel on employee issues, workplace safety, and compliance matters.
• Prepare HR reports, monitor workforce trends, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with employee communications, orientations, presentations, and special HR projects.

Manufacturing experience is not required. Candidates with strong HR fundamentals, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for employee engagement are encouraged to apply. Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive compensation: $80,000–$90,000.
• Relocation assistance: Available for qualified candidates.
• Growing operation: Join a facility experiencing significant expansion and workforce growth.
• Established organization: Be part of a nationally recognized consumer products company with substantial corporate resources.
• Broad HR exposure: Gain experience across employee relations, recruiting, payroll, benefits, and operational HR.
• Supportive HR structure: Work alongside experienced HR professionals with access to corporate resources and training.
• Meaningful impact: Help strengthen employee engagement, workplace culture, and HR processes during an exciting period of growth.

For immediate consideration, apply now or connect with Bryan Rushing at Robert Half on LinkedIn.

Qualifications

• Previous HR generalist or HR Business Partner experience, with exposure to employee relations and other core HR functions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a genuine interest in supporting employees.
• Ability to build trust and credibility with hourly employees, supervisors, and management.
• Experience handling employee concerns, workplace investigations, and confidential matters.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable working onsite and maintaining an active presence throughout the facility.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment.
• Experience supporting hourly employees and multiple production shifts.
• Background in hourly recruiting, onboarding, payroll administration, or benefits.
• Familiarity with Kronos, iCIMS, or similar HR systems.
• Experience with HR reporting, employee presentations, and workforce analytics.

For immediate consideration, apply now or connect with Bryan Rushing at Robert Half on LinkedIn.