Human Resources Business Partner

Our client in La Porte is seeking an HR Business Partner to serve as a strategic and hands-on partner to business leaders in a manufacturing/industrial environment. This role plays a critical part in aligning people strategies with operational goals while supporting day-to-day HR execution.

• Partner with business leaders to understand workforce needs and align HR strategies with operational and growth objectives.
• Build trusted relationships across assigned sites, departments, and leadership teams.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices, ensuring consistent and compliant application.
• Partner with HR teams to implement and deliver HR programs, training, and initiatives that support business objectives.
• Coach and advise leaders on performance management, employee development, and organizational change.
• Lead employee relations matters, including investigations and conflict resolution, ensuring fair and timely outcomes.
• Support talent management initiatives such as workforce planning, succession planning, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Partner with leadership on compensation analysis to support market competitiveness and internal equity.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and HR-related regulatory requirements.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities; provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Conduct exit interviews, analyze turnover trends, and collaborate on engagement and retention strategies.
• Provide regular updates to HR leadership on progress, impact, and key HR initiatives.
• Perform other duties as needed to support the business.

• Bachelor’s degree required (Human Resources, Business, or related field)*
• 3+ years of experience operating in an HR Business Partner capacity*
• 3–5 years of total HR experience*
• Working knowledge of employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Strong business acumen with a desire to understand operations and how the organization generates revenue
• Ability to balance strategic partnership with tactical HR execution
• Sound judgment in employee relations and risk management
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to interpret trends and communicate insights clearly
• Strong communication skills and comfort advising leaders at multiple levels
• Growth mindset and commitment to continuous improvement