Human Resources Business Partner

About Polydeck

Polydeck is a prominent supplier of reliable synthetic screen media catering to the aggregate, energy, industrial, and mining sectors throughout North and South America. The company prides itself on innovation and problem-solving, providing customized screening solutions that enhance plant efficiency and productivity. With a commitment to strong customer collaboration and sustained success, Polydeck focuses on performance, dependability, and ongoing enhancement. Team members take pride in contributing to solutions that accelerate production and embody the "Together Strong" philosophy.

Role Overview

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is a full-time, onsite position based at Polydeck's Global Headquarters in Spartanburg, South Carolina. This role collaborates directly with leadership and employees to facilitate workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, and organizational growth. Anchored by Polydeck's core values of Humility, Integrity, Excellence, and Caring, the HRBP acts as a trusted advisor, delivering hands-on HR support covering employee relations, compliance, benefits, talent management, onboarding, HR systems, and employee care initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle routine and moderate employee relations issues judiciously and promptly.
• Conduct fact-finding, workplace evaluations, and maintain appropriate documentation for HR matters.
• Guide leaders on policy enforcement, documentation standards, employee interactions, and performance management fundamentals.
• Identify and address employee concerns proactively, escalating complex or sensitive issues to the HR Manager.
• Uphold confidentiality while balancing the needs of employees, compliance, and business operations.
• Provide supportive and accessible HR resources across all departments and shifts.
• Coordinate employee care programs, engagement, recognition efforts, and communications to enhance workplace culture.
• Maintain visible HR presence for employees with non-traditional working hours.
• Offer expertise on benefits inquiries, manage issue tracking, and support Open Enrollment activities.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to resolve persistent benefits challenges and suggest enhancements.
• Ensure accurate employee records, HR documentation, and HRIS data quality.
• Execute HRIS transactions and troubleshoot common employee lifecycle needs.
• Support compliance activities including audits, employment verifications, record retention, and documentation procedures.
• Oversee onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes with precision and care.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, checklists, templates, and process manuals.
• Lead or assist recruiting for hourly, skilled, and non-managerial professional roles, including interview coordination and candidate communication.
• Partner with leaders to enhance hiring experiences and candidate quality.
• Collaborate on workforce planning initiatives as needed.
• Work alongside the HR Manager to improve onboarding and new hire integration, fostering a welcoming and values-driven environment.
• Track HR metrics, identify recurring issues and trends to inform decision-making and continuous improvements.
• Create and maintain HR tools, dashboards, forms, and recommend operational enhancements to boost efficiency and compliance.
• Support the implementation of technology and AI solutions that enhance HR effectiveness and innovation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Five to seven years of progressively responsible HR experience with comprehensive generalist exposure.
• Strong skills in employee relations, documentation, and compliance awareness.
• Experience managing the entire employee lifecycle including onboarding, offboarding, benefits, recruiting, and HR operations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment with accuracy and consistent follow-up.
• Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and discreet handling of confidential information.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with HR leadership.
• Proven capacity to establish trust while enforcing accountability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in manufacturing, industrial sectors, or environments with multi-shift workforces.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly favored.
• Familiarity with UKG or comparable HRIS systems.
• Certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR are advantageous.
• Experience supporting benefits administration and managing Open Enrollment periods.
• Expertise in creating standard operating procedures, process documentation, and continuous improvement tools.
• Experience leveraging AI or technology enhancements to optimize HR functions.