Business Partner, Human Resources

Job Summary The HR Business Partner is instrumental in upholding the integrity of the Human Resources Department. This role involves maintaining employee records, managing workers' compensation claims, overseeing leaves of absence, and processing FMLA paperwork. Additionally, the successful candidate plays a key part in employee relations and collaborates closely with the Operations Team and EHS Manager to foster a positive and safe workplace environment. Location Must reside in or near Abilene, Tx. This is an in-office position. Responsibilities and Duties • Employee Relations : Assists with employee issues alongside the EHS / HR Manager. • Performance Reviews : Oversees the process and data collection for annual performance reviews. • Claims Management : Handles Worker's Compensation, FMLA, CFRA, ADA, and LOA claims, follows up on employee work status, and updates management. • Legal Compliance : Ensures compliance with EEO, AAP, FLSA, and performs internal audits as needed. • Data Reporting : Compiles data and generates reports on turnover, absenteeism, headcount, vacation, overtime, etc. • Report Compilation : Gathers and reports on Human Resources and Environmental, Health, and Safety data. • Recruitment and Onboarding : May assist with recruitment, orientation, and onboarding processes. • Attendance Management : Tracks attendance records; prepares and manages attendance notifications and disciplinary documents. • Personnel Changes : Processes Personnel Change Notice forms and inputs data into the HRIS system. • Safety Records : Maintains safety records and incident reports. • File Maintenance : Keeps up-to-date employee personnel files. • Benefits Administration : Ensures accuracy and processes employee benefits paperwork, conducts benefits meetings, open enrollment sessions, and orientations, and administers all benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, supplemental coverage plans, and COBRA. • Independent Work : Uses initiative to independently perform recurring office work with minimal supervision. • Additional Duties : Undertakes other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Skills • Preferred Education : BS / BA degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field. • Experience : Minimum of six years in a high-growth production or manufacturing environment within HR. • Multi-Tasking : Ability to handle multiple tasks and interruptions. • Certification : HR certification preferred. • Confidentiality : Able to handle confidential materials and information with professionalism and tact. • Technical Skills : Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) • Communication : Excellent written communication and solid presentation skills. • Prioritization : Strong ability to prioritize tasks, follow through, and meet business deadlines. • Independence : Self-starter who can work with minimal supervision. • Organizational Communication : Effective communicator across all organizational levels. • Language Skills : Bilingual in Spanish preferred. • Work Setting : This is an in-office position, requiring availability to work Monday through Friday. Primal Pet Group is a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please review our Employment Privacy Policy here : https : / / primalpetfoods.com / pages / employee-privacy-policy. By submitting an application with us, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this policy. Apply Job!