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Trane Technologies

Global HVAC and refrigeration efficiency solutions

Human Resources Business Partner

HR Generalist & Employee RelationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeGrand Rapids, MI, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree is required.
  • At least 5 years of experience in a human resources function is required.
  • Previous experience handling complex personnel investigations is required.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills are required to analyze human resources metrics and develop goals and business strategies.
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required.
  • Interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a business partner within a team are required.
  • Problem-solving and conflict-management skills are required.
  • Verbal and written communication skills to influence all levels of the organization are required.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously is required.
  • Knowledge of employment legislation and the ability to ensure business compliance are required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide human resources guidance to business management teams and execute human resources strategies and programs for a focused factory team structure.
  • Develop and execute human resources plans, processes, policies, and programs aligned with business objectives, including talent management and acquisition, goal alignment, continuous improvement, employee engagement, and communications.
  • Guide focused factory leadership on talent management and development to build the talent capabilities and bench strength needed to support the business; help business partners navigate the internal Talent Management System, including Career Progress.
  • Partner with talent acquisition and focused factory leadership in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding employees; provide new employees with tools and resources about company culture and business teams.
  • Liaise with staffing services to evaluate outcomes and drive continuous improvement; rotate hourly staffing responsibilities with other team members to meet market-driven production needs.
  • Develop, analyze, and report business-improvement metrics, including absenteeism, overtime, staffing to standard, and engagement; use metrics, nine-step problem solving, and Lean methodologies to develop improvement strategies; analyze human resources data for reporting and management decisions and link action plans to business needs.
  • Conduct required human resources training, including annual compliance training on the code of conduct, anti-harassment, and related topics.
  • Work with focused factory leadership to deliver the local communications plan, establish consistent messages, and improve employee communications processes; facilitate two-way communication among leadership, production leaders, salaried employees, and production employees through OEDP communication standard work; set measurable communications goals, establish tools to measure channel effectiveness, and obtain regular feedback for process improvement.
  • Conduct investigations and lead investigations into workplace violations of policy, work rules, and environmental, health, and safety rules, including harassment, ethics, and discrimination complaints.
  • Work with the legal team and focused factory leadership on employee terminations and address employee-relations issues, including allegations, complaints, and other employee concerns.
  • Guide the establishment and leadership of a sustainable strategic workforce plan for the focused factory team, including interpretation and administration of applicable contractual provisions.
  • Create positive change through coaching, counseling, and influencing.
  • Monitor employee climate to identify issues and trends; counsel focused factory leadership on identifying issues, implementing corrective actions, and opportunities to increase engagement.
  • Provide leadership, guidance, and support in creating an employee engagement strategy that facilitates organizational performance and successful organizational change.
  • Facilitate talent stewardship through communication and training on human resources practices and processes.
  • Participate regularly in business discussions and decisions with focused factory leadership and provide guidance.
  • Act as an employee advocate through effective labor and employee relations.
  • Facilitate conflict resolution and assist supervisors and focused factory leadership with conflict resolution.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree is preferred.
  • Knowledge of and experience in a manufacturing operations environment are preferred.
  • Experience using PeopleSoft, UKG Time and Attendance, Tableau, and/or Visier is preferred.

About the Company

Trane Technologies

Global HVAC and refrigeration efficiency solutions

Trane Technologies focuses on climate innovation by delivering sustainable HVAC and refrigeration solutions through its Trane and Thermo King brands. It helps buildings, homes, and transportation achieve higher energy efficiency with high-performance climate control equipment and ongoing maintenance services. The company differentiates itself by offering an integrated portfolio of energy-efficient products and service contracts across both HVAC and refrigeration, backed by a commitment to sustainability. Its goal is to lower energy use and carbon emissions for customers while supporting a healthier planet.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dublin, Ireland
Founded
1871

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