Human Resources Business Partner

Located in Baytown, TX

SUMMARY

FlexSteel (www.flexsteelpipe.com) is an innovation-driven flexible pipe technology company. The Company comprises a hard-working and dedicated team united by a commitment to Safety, Quality, Human Development, Delivery, Innovation, Productivity, and excellence in all we do. The culture of FlexSteel can be described as energetic and passionate, which is felt daily throughout the Company. FlexSteel embodies teamwork with a focus on hiring top talent and developing employees.

• The HRBP is responsible for aligning Company business objectives with management and employees across all business departments. The position serves as an internal consultant to management regarding human resource-related issues and is an employee advocate and change agent. HRBPs anticipate and assess HR-related needs and communicate proactively with the HR department and management to develop integrated solutions. This role builds partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees in alignment with the business objectives of the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual in this position must use initiative and judgment arranging job details to achieve predetermined objectives. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Works with Corporate HR Team to develop solutions, programs and policies that support their branch.
• Serves as an extension of Corporate HR, working closely with Branch Executives to ensure effective communication, policy development, and guidance between the branch location and Corporate.
• Participate in staff and management meetings as required.
• Partner with the Benefits Team to create clear, effective communication strategies around benefits offerings.
• Work closely with management to implement HR strategies and guidance that support the overall mission of the company.
• Maintains in-depth and up to date knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Partners with VP of Human Resources as needed and/or required.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to management through counselling, coaching, career development, and/or disciplinary actions.
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale and engagement, and increase productivity, efficiency, effectiveness, and retention.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Assists and guide management to create offers for new hires, promotions, change of positions, and transfers.
• May assist international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
• Provides guidance and input on business unit restructuring, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Lead change management efforts, helping both employees and management navigate transitions smoothly.
• Support Recruiting Team with recruiting campaigns & job fairs for the branch.
• Identifies training needs for business units and individual coaching needs.
• Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up to ensure training objectives are met.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Supervise HR administrators/generalists and other HR support roles at the assigned branch.
• Must be able to lead teams and serve as a coach and mentor.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Bachelor of Science in Management, Human Resources, or other relative discipline.
• PHR or SHRM-CP, preferred
• Minimum - Seven years of demonstrated accomplishment in roles of progressively increasing responsibility.
• Commensurate education and experience may be considered.

• The successful candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Deep knowledge of HR Processes
• Able to connect business challenges to HR activities
• Strong understanding of the business and business priorities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to operate on a tactical and strategic level
• Excellent Relationship Management skills

• Ability to work with all levels of the organization, from senior leadership to front-line employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office:

• Normally work in an office environment or from home as needed by the business; however, occasionally may work at a branch location or manufacturing facility.
• Occasionally may be exposed to hazards such as loud noise, heavy equipment, temperature extremes, chemicals, etc., while visiting a branch location or manufacturing facility.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Plant/Shop/Field Services:
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock.
• Regularly exposed to wet and humid conditions (outside weather conditions); high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat and vibration.
• Occasionally exposed to the risk of radiation or electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

Disclaimer: Cactus Companies is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may, and probably will be asked to perform other duties as required. Each employee, regardless of classification, is required to maintain a safe, orderly and clean workplace, using safety precautions and observing safety rules at all times.