About this position
Job description
The HR Business Partner (HRBP) Coordinator, supports business leaders and manufacturing operations by implementing human resources strategies that drive employee engagement, workforce productivity, talent development, and organizational effectiveness. This role serves as a strategic and operational partner to plant leadership, ensuring HR practices align with business objectives, employment regulations, and the demands of a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
The ideal candidate combines strong employee relations skills with hands-on experience in manufacturing, production, and frontline workforce management.
Requirements
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
Experience
- 3–5 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing, food production, consumer goods, or other industrial environment.
- Demonstrated experience in employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition, and frontline workforce support.
- Experience partnering with production managers and frontline supervisors in a fast-paced operational setting.
- Working knowledge of U.S. employment practices and applicable federal and Florida employment requirements.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to influence and coach managers at different organizational levels.
- Sound judgment, discretion, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to balance strategic HR priorities with hands-on operational support.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in food manufacturing, food processing, or consumer packaged goods (CPG).
- Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and food safety practices as they relate to employee training and workforce compliance.
- Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency.
Key Responsibilities
1. HR Business Partnership & Operations
- Partner with plant managers, production supervisors, and department leaders to align HR initiatives with operational and business goals.
- Provide guidance on workforce planning, organizational structure, staffing needs, and employee productivity.
- Support change management initiatives and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.
2. Employee Relations & Engagement
- Address employee concerns, workplace conflicts, disciplinary actions, and performance issues fairly and consistently.
- Coach managers on employee relations, conflict resolution, performance management, and effective leadership practices.
- Promote a positive workplace culture, employee engagement, retention, and open communication.
- Support investigations and ensure appropriate documentation and follow-up.
3. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- Partner with Talent Acquisition to recruit, select, and onboard production operators, technicians, supervisors, and other plant personnel.
- Anticipate staffing requirements based on production schedules, turnover, and business demand.
- Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and integration programs to ensure employees are prepared for their roles.
4. Performance Management & Talent Development
- Coordinate performance reviews, development plans, succession planning, and talent reviews.
- Identify training needs in collaboration with Operations, Quality, and Safety teams.
- Support leadership development and supervisor capability-building.
5. HR Compliance & Policy Implementation
- Ensure consistent application of company policies, HR procedures, and applicable federal and Florida employment requirements.
- Maintain accurate employee records and confidential HR documentation.
- Support compliance with applicable wage and hour, workplace accommodation, leave, anti-discrimination, and employment regulations.
- Partner with Safety, Quality, and Operations to support employee training, workplace safety, and applicable food manufacturing requirements.
6. HR Metrics & Continuous Improvement
- Monitor key HR metrics, including turnover, absenteeism, time to fill, retention, headcount, and employee engagement.
- Prepare HR reports and recommend data-driven actions to improve workforce stability and operational performance.
- Support HR process improvements and the standardization of policies and practices.
Location and commute
13500 Sw 250th St, Homestead, FL 33032.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3188471205.