Senior Human Resources Business Partner

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US-VA-VIRTUAL

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US-KY-VIRTUAL

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US-VA-HOPEWELL
* Serve as a trusted advisor to plant leaders and managers, offering daily leadership and guidance across all human resources areas, including leadership and coaching, employee and labor relations, employee engagement, compensation, recruiting, and talent development
* Provide HR guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, and change management
* Lead and support a team of HR Generalists through organizational changes, labor matters, and critical employee situations
* Partner with HR Centers of Excellence (such as Talent, Compensation, and Payroll) to deliver integrated HR solutions while championing best practices, compliance, and innovative approaches
* Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration within the HR Generalist team
* Drive labor relations activities, including the interpretation and application of collective bargaining agreements, where applicable
* Support management during labor discussions, grievance processes, disciplinary actions, and investigations
* Promote a strong performance culture through goal setting, timely feedback, performance management, and accountability
* Engage as a partner in CBA union negotiations, arbitrations, and grievances
* Resolve complex employee relations matters with a balanced, compliant, and employee-focused approach
* Maintain strong working relationships with union leadership (if applicable) and internal stakeholders
* Work proactively to advance Ashland’s inclusion and diversity goals
* Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field, with a minimum of 5–7 years of HR experience
* Demonstrated labor relations experience supporting a unionized workforce, including participation in collective bargaining and contract negotiations
* Progressive HR experience within a manufacturing environment
* Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws and regulations governing employment practices
* Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information while adhering to company policies and procedures
* Highly collaborative and influential, with the ability to consult, partner, and build strong relationships at all levels
* Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills; strong judgment; and the ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
* Strong communication, problem-solving, and coaching skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
* Ability to travel up to 40%
* Authorization to work in the United States
* PHR or SPHR certification
* Experience supporting multi-site operations
* Knowledge of HRIS systems; experience with Workday is helpful
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