Smurfit Westrock · 1 week ago
Human Resources Business Partner
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$90K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expSmurfit Westrock is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions, seeking a Human Resources Business Partner. The HRBP will provide day-to-day HR support, focusing on employee relations, talent acquisition, and performance management while driving continuous improvement of HR services.
Packaging ServicesRecyclingSustainability
Responsibilities
Champions and supports Smurfit Westrock safety programs and policies
Creates strategic business partnerships with front-line employees and supervisors to promote positive employee relations
Creates progressive discipline plans to monitor, review and make suggestions for corrective actions for attendance, punctuality, conduct and performance issues
Implements human resource policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Federal and State regulatory requirements including EEO, FMLA, ADA, and federal and state wage and hour laws
Coaches and advises front-line employees and managers regarding employee relations policies, policy and procedure interpretation and proper operating procedures
Partner with Talent Acquisition to manage the recruiting process and ensure accurate, market-based compensation recommendations are provided and best-in-class onboarding practices are utilized
Investigates questions and/or complaints to resolve employee relations issues
Conducts periodic training on applicable topics including sexual harassment, diversity, and employment law
Responsible for being a key member and contributor of safety-related and performance excellence processes
Travel as required
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 3-5 years of Human Resources experience
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Ability to investigate and assess employee conflicts objectively and solve such issues using a variety of methods and tools, including coaching and conflict resolution
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and HRIS systems
Attention to detail with strong organizational skills
Bring assignments to successful completion under specific deadlines
Effective at multi-tasking and managing multiple priorities
Ability to lead change
Team building and influencing skills
Strong analytical/problem-solving ability
Preferred
A bachelor's degree is preferred with a focus on human resources, organizational development or business
SHRM or HRCI certifications are a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401k with match
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts
Employee referral bonus
Company
Smurfit Westrock
Smurfit Westrock manufactures corrugated and paper-based packaging.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$750M2024-11-27Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2024-07-12IPO
Leadership Team
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Smurfit Westrock
Founder
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