Human Resources Business Partner, USA
7 days ago
North Tonawanda
Job DescriptionSalary: 80,000 USD - 110,000 USD Imagine working at the forefront of innovation in fluid-flow technology, alongside more than 1,400 colleagues across the globe, and contributing to a legacy of excellence spanning eight manufacturing facilities on four continents. Armstrong Fluid Technology is more than an industry leaderwe are a community of hands-on problem solvers, engineers, and operators united by a shared mission to engineer the future and protect our planet. We are deeply committed to reducing carbon footprints and improving energy efficiency through sustainable manufacturing and operational excellence. As a member of our team, youll work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment where people, safety, quality, and performance are tightly interconnected. Youll partner closely with plant leadership to build a strong, engaged, and capable workforce that delivers results today while preparing for tomorrow. The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic and hands-on HR partner to Armstrongs U.S. manufacturing & corporate operations, with a strong focus on workforce management, labor compliance, employee relations, and leadership coaching. This role balances tactical HR execution with strategic business partnering to support safe, efficient, and high-performing manufacturing operations. This position is based in North Tonawanda, NY, and works closely with leadership, operations, and global HR teams. Key Accountabilities HR Business Partnering • Partner with leaders to align people strategies with corporate, operations, safety, quality, and other objectives., • Provide day-to-day HR support to hourly and salaried employees., • Coach frontline supervisors and plant leaders on performance management, attendance, discipline, and employee engagement., • Manage employee relations issues including performance concerns, attendance, conduct, grievances, and conflict resolution., • Conduct workplace investigations and recommend corrective actions consistent with company policy and U.S. employment laws., • Support high-volume and skilled corporate & manufacturing recruitment (operators, technicians, supervisors)., • Partner with hiring managers on workforce planning, shift staffing, and contingency planning., • Champion structured onboarding, orientation, and skills training for employees., • Support employees' development through coaching and targeted training. HR Programs & Performance Management • Implement Armstrongs global HR programs within the manufacturing environment, including performance management and annual reviews, engagement and recognition initiatives, • Coach leaders on fair and effective performance evaluation for hourly and salaried staff. Core HR Administration & Compliance • Ensure accurate HRIS data for employees, including job changes, pay actions etc., • Partner with Total Rewards teams to ensure accurate wage, overtime, and benefits administration., • Ensure compliance with U.S. federal, state, and local labor laws, includingFLSA,OSHA,FMLA, ADA, Workers Compensation, state-specific labor and leave regulations, • Participate in plant-wide continuous improvement initiatives impacting people, productivity, and culture., • Support change initiatives related to automation, process improvement, or organizational restructuring., • Partner closely with EHS and Operations to reinforce a strong safety culture and ensure OSHA compliance., • Support incident response, corrective actions, and return-to-work processes., • Drive consistent application of attendance and timekeeping policies. Qualifications & Experience • Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field., • 68 years of progressive HR experience, with significant experience supporting manufacturing or plant environments., • Experience with ADP Payroll, Bamboo HR, Workday preferred., • Strong working knowledge of U.S. labor and employment laws, particularly wage & hour and OSHA., • Experience working with hourly workforces, multi-shift operations, and frontline leaders, • Demonstrated strength in employee relations, investigations, and performance management., • Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR) preferred., • Ability to operate comfortably on the shop floor while influencing leaders at all levels. Why Join Us? At Armstrong Fluid Technology, youll play a critical role in building a safe, engaged, and high-performing manufacturing workforce. Youll work close to the business, see the impact of your decisions on the shop floor, and contribute to a global organization committed to operational excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement.