HR Business Partner

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Providing HR Support to a department of 250+ employees, including recruiting, employee relations, incident investigations, talent development, HRIS updates, discipline, coaching / mentoring, etc.
• Leading initiatives across the Cleveland Operations campus, collaborating with other team members and employees at all levels.
• Working closely with Union representatives and employees to resolve issues and improve processes and procedures
• Advising, counseling, and supporting all Operations and EHS Department personnel in adhering to and enforcing Corporate and Cleveland Operations HR initiatives, policies, and regulations.
• Ensuring compliance with HR policies and practices, as well as complying to federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Interpreting labor agreements and providing counsel to Management on contract interpretations and implementation.
• Supporting recruitment and retention activities for hourly employees. This involves providing data and analysis to support key HR initiatives and succession plans, such as Advanced Supervisory Excellence, Mentoring, and Leading Others to High Performance.
• Consulting with management on the legal, state, and federal agency levels to enhance productivity, ensure compliance, and minimize the potential for litigation. This includes providing advice on aspects of employee relations.
• Acting as the company’s advocate throughout the grievance process. This involves guiding supervisors through the 1st step of the Grievance Process and assisting the Labor Relations Manager in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Steps of the Grievance Process.
• Ensuring that all activities are strategic and in compliance with the EEO policies and practices.
• Ensuring positive organizational development by leveraging best practices and changing management techniques.
• Designing and implementing strategic HR programs and communications throughout the facility.
• Creating ad hoc reports, as necessary. Providing support for the People Review and annual compensation process analytics.
• Supporting and maintaining the HR SharePoint site.
• Performing other duties as assigned.