Gorbel · 1 week ago
Human Resources Business Partner
Gorbel is a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products, focused on improving people's lives. They are seeking an HR Business Partner to align business objectives with employees and management, promoting a positive employee experience and effective communication.
Machinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Provide guidance and coaching to management and employees when responding to day-to-day performance management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary action, performance improvement plans and terminations). Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations
Conducts weekly meetings with respective business units
Administer health and welfare plans, assures compliance with COBRA guidelines and HIPAA Privacy Rule and conducts open enrollment each year
Provides HR policy and procedure guidance and interpretation. Assists in revision and/or creation and implementation of new policies and procedures
Partner with Gorbel®’s HSE Manager by posting monthly communications, participate with accident reporting and follow-up investigations, is the on-site point person working with the WC carrier, assist with administration of required safety trainings, and maintain records pertaining to health, safety and environmental programs in accordance to regulatory guidelines
Responsible for FMLA and Disability benefit process
Consults with management to facilitate initiatives and develop programs such as, management development, succession planning, and conducts employee training. Evaluates skills and competencies necessary for positions. Establishes programs to fill gaps in leadership skills and develops and conducts training programs to enhance management performance
Performs the needs assessment for training and staff development to enhance the effectiveness of employee performance in achieving the goals and objectives of the company
Plan, organize and deliver training programs across the business
Responsible for facilitation of performance management and calibration. Reviews developmental goals in employee performance appraisals and develops internal and external learning activities to accomplish designated developmental objectives
Administers company educational tuition assistance program. Tracks and coaches individuals to ensure goals are consistent with future company staffing requirements, succession plans and individual careers
Coaches supervisors and managers to facilitate employee coaching and mentoring activities
Supports various human resources project, plans, procedures and audits
Process changes and terminations for insurance providers to ensure accurate record keeping and proper deductions
Act as a resource for payroll to ensure their understanding and compliance with benefit and HR policies and regulations
Perform other related duties and various special projects as required and assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or equivalent required
Minimum of five years of progressive experience in Human Resources, or internal Gorbel experience demonstrating increasing responsibility across HR roles, including time spent in HR Generalist or HR Specialist positions
Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of Human Resource administration
Commitment to confidentiality and attention to detail
Current knowledge of applicable governmental regulations
Proficiency in MS Office applications essential (Excel, PowerPoint and Word skills)
Prior experience working with Health and Safety Team
Excellent communication skills required (both verbal and written)
Independent judgment and demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
Preferred
Prior experience working with WorkDay including reporting, developing and monitoring HR metrics helpful
Certified (PHR) Professional in Human Resource
Benefits
Administer health and welfare plans
Assures compliance with COBRA guidelines and HIPAA Privacy Rule
Conducts open enrollment each year
Administers company educational tuition assistance program
Company
Gorbel
Gorbel is a manufacturer of overhead material handling and fall protection products in the industrial sector.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
Rochester Business Journal
2025-11-10
2025-03-25
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