HR Business Partner II - Reedsburg/Lancaster

Foremost Farms USA is one of the largest, leading dairy cooperatives in the United States and major dairy food and ingredients manufacturing business. We represent hundreds of Midwest dairy farmer members located in seven Midwest states, and we produce about 500 million pounds of cheese and 50 million pounds of butter in plants across our network every year. "We Bring Dairy to Life" in seven manufacturing plants across Wisconsin and Michigan and in our headquarters in Middleton (Madison), Wisconsin; and we're looking for employees who are innovative and aim for excellence in our wide variety of production, field and business roles. Join us!

JOB TITLE: HR Business Partner II - Reedsburg/Lancaster
POSITION TYPE: Full time
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

As a member of the Human Resources team, this position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The HRBP serves as a consultant to management on human resources-related issues. The successful HRBP will act as a champion and change agent through consultation, service and day-to-day HR support in employee relations, workforce planning, performance management/coaching, training and employee development, compensation and policy interpretation in a consistent manner that is aligned with company policies, procedures and programs. The HRBP formulates cross functional partnerships to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization.

Employee Relations

• Respond to employee concerns and provide employee relations guidance to managers to ensure effective application of company policies/procedures

• Investigate root causes or employee relations issues and develop strategies to address/reduce them

Talent Management

• Implement and manage organizational programs related to employee development, retention, performance management, onboarding, career development, and succession planning to ensure a talent pipeline that will successfully enable current strategies and future growth

• Work closely with HR and management to identify immediate and long-term skills needs and develop strategies to attain them

• Analyze employee turnover, identify trends and make recommendations to affect the morale, attitude and retention of talent

• Partner with HR and business leaders to forecast and identify staffing levels related to planned and unplanned turnover

• Develop annual workforce plan(s) and partner with recruiting team to ensure location(s) have the talent and staff needed to effectively and efficiently operate at desired overtime and employee retention levels

Business Partnership

• Participates in the development and execution of department goals, objectives and systems that directly impact HR initiatives and overall business plans for the company

• Facilitates effective communication between HR and business leaders to provide visibility to upcoming HR initiatives and employee issues

• Drive employee engagement through supporting action planning, communication and talent development

• Coach business leaders on key HR policies and processes, including talent planning, learning and development, and performance management to promote engagement and a culture of continuous growth and development

• Help plan and execute organization effectiveness projects to streamline and implement structures, roles, and/or processes that create speed and efficiency and support shifting business demands and culture evolution

• Collaborate cross-functionally to steer appropriate HR initiatives for the company in a timely and professional manner

Labor Relations

• Coordinate strike contingency planning

• Assist in preparation for the expiration of each Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), including data gathering, providing recommendations and active participation during the negotiation process

• Administer and interpret collective bargaining agreements and non-union work agreements as appropriate

• Represent the company in grievance and arbitration matters

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years of human resources experience

• 2 years of experience in a generalist or business partner capacity

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong Labor Relations Experience

• Bachelor's degree in related field

• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships

• Ability to effectively coach and council leaders

• Talent management experience including performance management and career development

• Experience facilitating groups (i.e. training, orientation, calibration)

• Ability to analyze data and use the data to make recommendations.

Physical Setting

This position will be on-site primarily at our Reedsburg plant location, and will support and require travel to our Lancaster facility approximately once a week.

Benefits:

At Foremost Farms, we believe that you and your family matter most. That's why we're proud to offer one of the most comprehensive and competitive benefits packages in the area - designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Flexible coverage with options to meet the needs of you and your family
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - 100% company match on up to 8% of your contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off - Start with 200 hours of PTO (pro-rated for first year)
• 10 Paid Holidays - Enjoy time to rest and recharge
• Paid Parental Leave - 6 weeks fully paid
• Health Savings Account (HSA) - when you elect the high-deductible health plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Save for medical and dependent care expenses
• Life and Disability Insurance - Financial protection for you and your loved ones
• Daily Pay Option - Access your earnings when you need them
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free, confidential support for life's challenges
• Referral Program - Earn rewards for bringing great people to our team
• Career Growth Opportunities - Advance your skills and your career with us

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Foremost Farms USA is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

At Foremost Farms USA, we believe that employee diversity brings strength to our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Successful completion of pre-employment screening is required, which could include a drug test, background check, and other verifications or assessments to be sure you will be able to succeed in your position.

Are you ready to Be Foremost?

Apply today at www.foremostfarms.com