ERCO Worldwide · 3 hours ago
Senior HR Business Partner
Valdosta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expERCO Worldwide is a long-established company focused on the production and supply of in-organic products. The Senior HR Business Partner will collaborate with client groups in the US, providing holistic advice on various HR matters and driving business results by aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals.
AgricultureFood and BeverageManufacturingOrganicSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Act as a business partner to leaders and provide HR insight and sound counsel based on best practices/ERCO policies on different HR-related areas
Guide leaders in the interpretation of HR policies and procedures and the adaptation to unique situations. Ensure fair, consistent and ethical considerations to employee-related decision-making
Provide counsel to employees on a wide range of matters to support their positive work experience at ERCO in line with best practices and ERCO’s policies and programs
Partner with the broader HR team in the execution of programs, procedures and guidelines to align the workforce with the strategic goals of the company
Partner with leaders and the Learning and Development team to identify talent challenges and opportunities
Support succession planning efforts to ensure smooth role transitions within the business and internal talent development
Provide project and change management support to organization change initiatives as may be required
Facilitate HR training in alignment with business needs, regulatory requirements and internal HR priorities
Support workforce planning and related budgeting
Support succession planning activities for all locations
Participate in the recruitment/selection process for plant employees
Collaborate with the Total Rewards team on FMLA administration, claim tracking and collaborate with plant leadership on return-to-work plans
Develop and nurture strategic partnerships with designated business units, maintaining ongoing awareness of operational changes and proactively resolving emerging workforce issues
Co-Lead/Lead complex employee relations cases including workplace investigation and ensure risk is mitigated in collaboration with Corporate team
Advise managers on matters related to performance, conduct and expectations
Liaise with plant leadership in ensuring compliance with legislative provisions and contractual terms
Foster a culture of people leadership accountability
In partnership with Corporate HR, manage terminations/layoffs of employees according to contractual guidelines
Optimize productive relationships with all stakeholders
Co-develop, implement, evaluate and continuously improve the organization's HR policies, procedures and metrics on recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee life cycle, change management, grievance and discipline, legislative and ethical accountabilities, and termination
Ensure consistency and fairness in the interpretation of policies and processes
Ensure company compliance with all existing governmental and labour legal reporting requirements related to OSHA, AODA and other relevant US legislation
Recommend and initiate changes to internal HR infrastructure, systems, processes and support mechanisms to increase productivity and service levels
Explore new approaches to HR processes around improving morale, productivity and best people management practices and make recommendations for changes
Implement and monitor the employee performance management review program. Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on effective execution of the PMR processes
Work closely with the HR leadership team in the execution of critical projects
Produce periodic reports
Travel to various ERCO locations in the US and occasionally to Canada
Other duties and special projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
A college diploma in Business
5+ years of proven work experience in Human Resources as a well-rounded generalist ideally in a complex/multi-location manufacturing environment
Strong health and safety mindset
Strong relationship builder – collaborative, team-builder
Focused and results driven, transparent, and articulate
Drives continuous improvement
Resilient – can adapt to changing environments/technology
Proactive – takes initiative, creative, stays ahead of the curve, enthusiastic, inspirational
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field
HRCI/SHRM designations
Benefits
Health and Dental Benefits on Day 1
Health Care/Wellness Spending Account
Annual Short Term Incentive Bonus
Staff Recognition Awards
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Paid time off
401k match
Disability Insurance
Company
ERCO Worldwide
ERCO Worldwide has operated for over 100 years, focused largely on the production and supply of in-organic products
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-02-18Acquired
Leadership Team
John Engelen
Vice President Mergers & Acquisitions
Recent News
2025-06-21
2022-12-07
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