HR Business Partner II

The HR Business Partner II is the key contact for all HR related matters at their location/s and it might oversee a complex plant and/or several plants/groups. The HR Business Partner II provides support in recruiting, mediation facilitation, resolving workplace issues, labor relations, and administration. The HR Business Partner II works closely with the plant manager/leader and management team to define and execute their site staffing strategy and promote a positive work environment. They are a champion in talent management and fostering a positive employee experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

• Fosters a positive environment, working with managers and employees to address employee relations issues. This includes maintenance of a recognition program and development of employee engagement initiatives.
• Coaching managers/supervisors on how to proactively address and resolve issues.
• Addresses investigations and grievances promptly and in a professional manner.
• Leverage HR metrics to provide insights and inform decision making.
• Champion an inclusive work environment – support site Diversity, Inclusion and Equity initiatives. Ensure HR programs and policies are applied consistently.
• Work closely with the talent acquisition team to fill positions
• Apply good judgement in addressing compensation need; work closely with the total reward team to ensure equity and best practices
• Participates in the implementation of company-wide initiatives, training, process improvements, and programs.
• Maintains electronic and paper employee records according to State and Federal requirements.
• Evaluates, recommends, and coordinates training for management team members and employees at large.
• Lead strategic talent review and action plans.
• Assures compliance with Darigold HR standards, all local, State, and Federal employment laws, making proactive recommendations when potential issues are identified or arise.
• Is a contributory member of the management team.
• Maintains a high level of professionalism on confidentiality of employee and/or company information.
• Coordinates, conducts, and maintains new hire on boarding.
• Perform exit interviews, review feedback and drive improvements.
• Work closely with leave administration for all leaves of absence, including FMLA and Workers Compensation

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Talent champion
• Knowledge in diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Strong work ethic
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to coach and support leaders

• Ability to travel other Darigold facilities.

Education, Experience and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or related discipline
• 7 plus years of progressive experience in Human Resources Previous experience in manufacturing preferred and union experience preferred.
• PHR or SHRM-CP Certification preferred.
• Proficient in using word, excel, power point and HR systems.
• Knowledge of State and Federal laws, regulations and requirements in areas related to HR including EEO, LOA’s, ADA, Worker’s Compensation, COBRA, and Wage & Hour.

Note:

Darigold is known for delivering fresh, high quality, value-added dairy products to people, & customer-driven solutions to organizations, all around the globe. We are the 5th largest dairy Co-Op in the US & one of the largest privately held organizations headquartered in Seattle, Washington. We produce over 10 billion pounds of milk every year! Since 1918, our Farmer-owners have taken great pride in producing nutritious dairy products with unsurpassed quality. Our work environment provides a results driven, collaborative space, with open & transparent communication, & a culture of celebrating everyone’s wins. Our mid-size private business model provides the ability to have dynamic involvement at all levels of our organization. We’re also proud to say we offer an excellent Total Compensation Package & a few other unique perks to our industry!

At Darigold we embrace diversity & welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law- We’re proud to say we are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify- please follow the links for details, English / Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement, English / Spanish.