Applied Aerospace · 2 days ago
Associate HR Business Partner
Applied Aerospace is a company that designs, fabricates, and tests mission-critical aerospace components for leading innovators. The Associate HR Business Partner serves as a senior-level support role within the Human Resources department, providing advanced operational and proactive support to HR leadership and performing core HR functions with high-level experience.
Responsibilities
Provide advanced operational and proactive support to HR leadership, serving as a senior-level resource within the Human Resources department
Perform core HR functions with high-level scope and complexity while applying sound judgment and expertise across multiple HR disciplines
Assist in providing performance guidance and coaching to promote employee growth and professional development
Partner with HR team on various employee engagement initiatives and events
Serve as an escalation point on complex and escalated employee relations matters, including investigations, union grievances, conflict resolution, compliance matters, and corrective action, advising HR leadership on risk and recommendations
Support union-related activities and ensure consistent application of collective bargaining agreements and labor practices
Serve as an escalation point on complex leaves of absence and medical accommodations, ensuring compliance with California employment laws and internal policies, as well as HR leadership support for fairness and consistency
Ensure consistent interpretation and application of HR policies, procedures, and employment practices across the organization
Lead and manage cross-functional HR initiatives that drive efficiency and scalable HR operations as directed by HR leadership
Analyze HR metrics and trends to inform HR leadership’s decision-making and improve practices
Partner closely with managers and employees to navigate sensitive situations with professionalism, discretion, and empathy
Support compliance efforts by monitoring regulatory requirements and assisting with audits, reporting, and policy updates
Maintain HR data and employee records within the HRIS and serve as a backup resource for employee inquiries related to HR policies, attendance, time off, benefits, payroll, and other workplace matters
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws
Contribute to a positive, compliant, and inclusive workplace culture through consistent practices and continuous improvement
Perform other critical HR responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
5+ years of HR experience in an HR Business Partner or similar role is required
Experience objectively coaching employees and management through complex, difficult and emotional issues is required
Thorough understanding and proven hands-on application of internal and external HR principles, concepts, practices and standards is required
Strong technical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, and intermediate or advanced Excel skills is required
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with employees and management is required
Strong project management, problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills are required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is strongly preferred
HR certification (PHR or SHRM-CP) is a strong plus
Company
Applied Aerospace
Applied Aerospace & Defense is an innovative solutions provider and trusted partner with undeniable heritage and proven quality in the space, launch, aerospace, land and sea markets.
Funding
Current Stage
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