Human Resources Business Partner

Overview

Transport is at the core of modern society. This role focuses on strategic and operational human resources and people development for the Charlotte, NC site. The HRM collaborates with the management team to execute the HR and PD strategy and support business objectives.

• Own the site HR strategy and agenda, represent the site in HR matters
• Work closely with managers on people & culture topics and initiate activities based on business needs
• Be an active member of the site Management Team as well as the Volvo HR Networks
• Promote positive employee relations and attitude through effective HR processes and ways of working
• Support the organization in general HR topics
• Implement the service delivery model as well as strategies and policies regarding compensation and benefits, employee relations, competence and talent management and development, workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, etc.
• Integrate and align HR plans to support achievement of site/region/global business objectives
• Employee ETO and time reconciliation
• New employee onboarding processes
• Monitor compliance with policies and laws by inspecting employees and operations
• Work with Safety, investigate accidents or incidents to discover causes and handle workers’ compensation claims
• Recommend solutions to manpower past, present or future issues, improvement opportunities or new prevention measures
• Be the owner of VPS People Development
• Champion the Volvo culture and assure alignment of management actions with Volvo Group values and principles

• Thorough knowledge of US employment law and HR professional practices
• Coaching/facilitation/advising skills to drive transformation and change
• Conflict resolution skills
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills (including effective presentation skills) with the ability to interact at all levels
• Good knowledge of manufacturing principles
• Deep understanding of legal HR guidelines
• Ability to produce reports and develop relevant policies
• Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related discipline or equivalent experience
• 3-10 years’ experience in human resources within a manufacturing/production environment preferred
• HR Certification is highly regarded

• Strong personal credibility and integrity
• Strong interpersonal skills with flexibility
• Ability to network across a diverse organization and across functional/geographical areas
• Ability to facilitate meetings with diverse groups, resolve conflicts, and support positive outcomes
• Ability to coach managers and employees in handling various employment issues
• Ability to work collaboratively with other HR Business Partners
• Fostering diversity
• People development training, career path

• All employees are responsible for the quality of their work and customer satisfaction
• Occasional travel
• Expected to take action to improve quality and customer satisfaction and to prevent and correct issues that could affect quality

At the Volvo Group, compensation is determined by location, knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. Base pay for this position is $96,000 - $118,500 annually, with bonus eligibility where applicable. Final offers consider pay equity and internal equity within the current team.

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans
• Focus on safety, health and wellbeing
• Volvo Group University for professional and personal development
• Programs to support work-life balance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. We are a global team of almost 100,000 people united around a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

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