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SUMMARY
The Human Resources Business Partner I is responsible for coordinating and supporting the human resources activities for the Westlake Royal Building Products Commercial Groups (WRBP), which includes the sales, customer service, marketing and product development functions. This position will build positive relationships within the groups and is the liaison with leaders. Activities include resolution of employee issues, communication of corporate policies and procedures, compensation related activities, recruiting, providing training and educational programs; supporting management through the performance management processes, counseling with managers/supervisors on significant discipline and termination decisions for employees.
This position must reside in the western region of the US (mountain or pacific time zones) and within driving distance of a Westlake facility.
Candidate will sit in Lathrop, CA.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
May include, but are not limited to, the following:
Counsel managers, supervisors and employees on various human resources activities to include policies and procedures, benefit plans, job-related concerns and issues, interpersonal relationships with peers and supervisors.
Administers activities related to employment practices. Work closely with the Westlake recruiting team to recruit, screen, interview, and hire employees.
Advises managers and supervisors with employee relations issues, complaints and terminations. Ensures progressive discipline policies are administered fairly and consistently.
Prepare employees for assignments by establishing and conducting orientation and training programs for employees.
Assist local and HR management in executing employee development plans to maintain the highest level of qualified personnel
Conducts human resources related training.
Oversee the administration of compensation, benefits, vacation, sick leave, absence programs for employees.
Participates in compensation surveys, job evaluations, promotions or adjustments in conjunction with Total Rewards.
Maintain all safety records (Incident Tracker database, internal Accident Log, OSHA Log, Quarterly Incentive data) and ensure their accuracy if applicable.
Responsible for accurate recording and data entry of employee information in HRIS and Payroll (Workday)
Responsible for administrative duties including invoice coding and processing, bulletin board maintenance, maintaining files and assisting with events.
Travel to other Westlake sites is required.
Any additional duties and tasks as required.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations, Labor Relations, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field. SHRM or HRCI certified professional preferred.
5 years progressive HR experience. 2+ years’ experience in a generalist/functional role with exposure to compensation, performance management, training.
Required Behavioral Skills:
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with all levels within the organization
Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Able to work independently, and coordinate with colleagues in multiple locations
Ability to maintain confidentiality, high level of attention to detail and adaptability to changing business requirements
Strong computer skills, MS office products
Workday knowledge a plus
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The base pay range for this position is $74,400 to $80,000. This range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits).
This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.
