Human Resources Business Partner

Key Responsibilities

• Onboarding & Employee Lifecycle Support
• Create a seamless pre-employment experience for new employees while guiding them through the drug and background check process and other pre-employment activities
• Conduct onboarding for new employees including documentation preparation, orientation, and timely communication
• Process employee status changes including transfers, promotions, wage adjustments, and terminations
• Ensure consistent onboarding and offboarding standards
• Support timely employee record updates within HRIS systems
• HRIS, Records & Data Management
• Maintain and update employee records in our HRIS and other systems with accuracy and confidentiality
• Ensure personnel files, HR documentation, and records are complete, organized, and audit-ready
• Complete I-9 paperwork for new hires to ensure legal compliance, conduct I-9 audits to ensure accuracy
• Generate reports on headcount, turnover, attendance, onboarding, benefits, and other HR metrics as needed
• Support data audits and data integrity initiatives; respond to information requests and verification inquiries
• Payroll & Timekeeping Support
• Coordinate timekeeping processes including attendance tracking, punch corrections, approvals, and payroll data validation
• Work with Payroll to ensure accurate and timely employee pay processing
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, timekeeping, deductions, and tax withholding
• Resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely and professional manner
• Responsible for HR Coordinators timecard approval
• Benefits Administration & Employee Support
• Help employees with GTI’s benefits programs including enrollment, qualifying events, and documentation
• Respond to employee benefit inquiries; communicate benefits information, open enrollment, and wellness initiatives and know when to escalate to benefits team if necessary
• Coordinate with Benefits Administrator on eligibility, claims, and compliance
• Maintain benefit records and supporting documentation
• Employee Relations & Support
• Serve as primary point of contact for employee questions regarding policies, procedures, and workplace matters
• Conduct employee counseling, interpret company policies, and provide guidance on workplace issues
• Identify potential employee-relations concerns and escalate to site leadership or corporate HR as appropriate
• Conduct investigations into claims of policy violations or harassment with confidentiality and professionalism
• Support training and development initiatives that improve employee capabilities and engagement
• Compliance & Policy Administration
• Support compliance with federal and state labor laws, company policies, and OSHA requirements
• Assist with audits, documentation requests, I-9 verification, workers' compensation claims, and required reporting
• Maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive employee information
• Coordinate policy acknowledgements and ensure employee communications are clear and timely
• Track compliance requirements and coordinate with corporate HR on regulatory updates
• Employee Engagement & Culture
• Help facilitate employee engagement events, recognition programs, and culture-building initiatives
• Support HR programs and communications that improve morale, retention, and workplace experience
• Promote a positive and service-oriented HR presence on-site
• Assist with internal communications and employee-facing announcements
• Administrative & Cross-Functional Support
• Provide general administrative support to the site HR function including correspondence, scheduling, reporting, and inquiries
• Partner with Operations, Finance, and site leadership on HR-related processes
• Manage multiple priorities while maintaining responsiveness and accuracy
• Support special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned
• Escalate complex issues to HR leadership team for guidance and resolution

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of experience in HR administration, HR coordination, or employee relations roles
• Strong understanding of HR practices, employee relations fundamentals, and labor law basics
• Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; professional presence
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information with discretion and professionalism
• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, warehouse, or multi-site environment preferred
• PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent HR certification
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and payroll software
• Familiarity with benefits administration and employee wellness programs
• Experience supporting high-volume hourly or direct labor workforces
• Background in employee relations, investigations, or compliance
• Experience with workers' compensation or unemployment claims administration

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent HR certification
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and payroll software
• Familiarity with benefits administration and employee wellness programs
• Experience supporting high-volume hourly or direct labor workforces
• Background in employee relations, investigations, or compliance
• Experience with workers' compensation or unemployment claims administration

Perks & Benefits