Human Resources Business Partner I

Hyster-Yale Group•Berea, KY

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

What starts with YOU, moves the world! Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Human Resources Business Partner I based at our Berea, Kentucky facility. What You Will Do: Implement effective and consistent delivery of Human Resources programs and services to organizational partners. Provide expertise in employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition and management, compensation/benefits, etc. Initiate and grow strategic relationships with functional/operational leaders through coaching, consultation, influence, and problem solving to execute organizational goals. Partner with functional/operational client groups to support HR needs and avoid legal liability, poor hiring decisions, and employee retention issues through effective HR programs. Provide advice in employee relations and in handling employee activities, concerns, and complaints, with guidance from the HR Manager. Conduct investigations and presentations to legal with assistance. Ensure the delivery of Hyster-Yale’s plans and programs through a clearly defined employee relations strategy focused on safety, capacity building, and employee relations. Who You Are: A collaborative partner able to coach, influence, and problem solve to support organizational goals. Skilled in maintaining strategic relationships with client groups and functional leaders. Capable of handling employee relations issues and conducting investigations. Able to support and assist in divisional projects as needed. Committed to fostering a technically savvy, competent, and diverse workforce. Able to effectively implement performance management processes and drive continuous improvement. Experienced in developing and delivering training and development initiatives. What You Will Need (Education): Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a Business-related field; or 7+ years’ experience with a related associate degree. HR certification preferred. Knowledge of federal/state/local employment laws and regulations including OFCCP, EEOC, Unemployment Insurance, and COBRA. Experience in manufacturing, sales, or engineering preferred. Minimum of 0–2 years of HR generalist experience with a bachelor’s degree, or 7+ years of related experience with an associate degree. Formal education, training, and/or certifications in HR practices including employment, compensation, benefits, and administration. Experience with business writing, computer/information systems, and presentation skills. Skills, Experience & Abilities: Strong employee relations skills including conflict resolution, problem solving, counseling, and facilitation. Effective partnership capabilities including coaching, influencing, problem solving, and consulting. Leadership experience and business acumen gained through education, training, and on-the-job experiences. Ability to assess and refine organizational structures and measure talent quality for client groups. Experience designing training plans, conducting gap analyses, and coordinating technical and professional development. Ability to prepare job descriptions, guide compensation decisions, and support equitable compensation practices. Capability to lead continuous improvement, HR analytics, metrics, reporting, and HR-related project management. Who we are: Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com. What we offer: Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k). #LI-TE1 #LI-ONSITE Job Type Permanent Time Type Full time Work Hours 40 Travel Required Primary Location HY US Berea, KY Address 2200 Menelaus Pike Zip Code 40403 Field-Based No Relocation Assistance Available No We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., is a global leader dedicated to advancing the materials handling industry. We design, engineer, manufacture, sell and service a comprehensive line of lift trucks, attachments and power and technology solutions, marketed primarily under the Hyster® and Yale® brand names. As one of the largest lift truck manufacturers, Hyster-Yale is not only committed to transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home, but also delivering optimal solutions that meet our customers’ needs while ensuring outstanding customer care. Our achievements are driven by our people, our strong culture and commitment to our values, which are founded on a philosophy of integrity, respect and excellence. At Hyster-Yale, you can feel the loyalty from the inside out.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a Business-related field; or 7+ years’ experience with a related associate degree.
Knowledge of federal/state/local employment laws and regulations including OFCCP, EEOC, Unemployment Insurance, and COBRA.
Minimum of 0–2 years of HR generalist experience with a bachelor’s degree, or 7+ years of related experience with an associate degree.
Formal education, training, and/or certifications in HR practices including employment, compensation, benefits, and administration.
Experience with business writing, computer/information systems, and presentation skills.
Strong employee relations skills including conflict resolution, problem solving, counseling, and facilitation.
Effective partnership capabilities including coaching, influencing, problem solving, and consulting.
Leadership experience and business acumen gained through education, training, and on-the-job experiences.
Ability to assess and refine organizational structures and measure talent quality for client groups.
Experience designing training plans, conducting gap analyses, and coordinating technical and professional development.
Ability to prepare job descriptions, guide compensation decisions, and support equitable compensation practices.
Capability to lead continuous improvement, HR analytics, metrics, reporting, and HR-related project management.

Nice To Haves

HR certification preferred.
Experience in manufacturing, sales, or engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement effective and consistent delivery of Human Resources programs and services to organizational partners.
Provide expertise in employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition and management, compensation/benefits, etc.
Initiate and grow strategic relationships with functional/operational leaders through coaching, consultation, influence, and problem solving to execute organizational goals.
Partner with functional/operational client groups to support HR needs and avoid legal liability, poor hiring decisions, and employee retention issues through effective HR programs.
Provide advice in employee relations and in handling employee activities, concerns, and complaints, with guidance from the HR Manager.
Conduct investigations and presentations to legal with assistance.
Ensure the delivery of Hyster-Yale’s plans and programs through a clearly defined employee relations strategy focused on safety, capacity building, and employee relations.