Job description: Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)
Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)
Salary Status: $98k - $115k DOE
FLSA: Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time
Location: Valencia, CA
Reports to: HR Manager
Position Overview: VPET USA is a strategic, hands-on Human Resources Business Partner to serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership and a driving force behind our people strategy. In this role, you will bridge the gap between business objectives and workforce needs, partnering directly with operations leaders to build a high-performing, engaged, and compliant manufacturing environment.
This is not a back-office role. You will spend time on the production floor, understand the rhythms of our plastics manufacturing processes, and translate operational goals into practical people solutions. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, enjoy solving real problems, and want your work to have a direct impact on both employees and the bottom line, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Partnership
- Partner with plant leadership and department managers to align HR initiatives with production goals, business priorities, and operational realities
- Act as a coach and sounding board for site leaders on organizational design, team structure, and people decisions
- Bring data-driven insights to leadership discussions that connect workforce trends to business outcomes
Workforce Planning
- Collaborate with operations to forecast staffing needs across shifts, seasons, and production cycles
- Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical roles such as machine operators, technicians, and front-line supervisors
- Identify skills gaps and develop plans to address current and future workforce demands
Talent Acquisition
- Support full-cycle recruitment for hourly and salaried roles, working closely with hiring managers and recruiting partners
- Strengthen local employer branding to compete effectively in regional labor markets
- Track and improve key hiring metrics, including time-to-fill and cost-per-hire
Employee Relations
- Serve as the first point of contact for employee concerns, conflicts, and workplace investigations
- Coach managers and supervisors on fair, consistent, and respectful handling of performance and disciplinary matters
- Foster a positive workplace culture and help resolve issues before they escalate
Performance Management
- Guide managers through performance review cycles, goal setting, and constructive feedback
- Help identify high performers, support development plans, and address performance gaps
- Promote a culture of accountability, recognition, and continuous improvement
Compliance
- Ensure site practices comply with federal, state, and local labor laws, as well as OSHA and safety regulations
- Maintain accurate records and support internal audits and regulatory reporting
- Partner with safety teams to reinforce a strong culture of workplace safety
Employee Lifecycle Management
- Own the employee experience from onboarding through offboarding at your assigned site
- Deliver a consistent, engaging onboarding process, including 30-60-90 day check-ins
- Conduct exit interviews, analyze turnover drivers, and recommend retention strategies
Qualifications:
Required Education
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development or related field
- Master's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline preferred
Certifications
- Professional certification strongly preferred, including PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP
Experience
- Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 1 full year in an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist role
- Direct experience supporting a manufacturing, industrial, or plant environment preferred
- Proven track record partnering with operations leadership in a multi-shift setting
Key Competencies and Skills
- Manufacturing acumen: Genuine understanding of plant operations, shift structures, and the unique demands of a production environment
- Labor law knowledge: Strong command of federal and state employment laws, wage and hour regulations, and workplace safety standards
- Data analysis: Ability to interpret HR metrics, spot trends, and turn data into clear, actionable recommendations
- Conflict resolution: Skilled at mediating disputes, conducting investigations, and guiding tough conversations with fairness and confidence
- HRIS proficiency: Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms and comfort working across digital HR and payroll systems
- Communication: Clear, credible communicator who builds trust with employees at every level, from the floor to the front office
- Business partnership: Strategic thinker who connects people decisions to operational and financial results
- Adaptability: Composed and resourceful in a fast-moving, high-volume environment
Competitive Benefits:
- Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium.
- 401k plan, Employer contributes 3%, up to 4%.
- Company offers vacation and sick pay.
- Holiday Pay: Eight (8) paid holidays per year.
- Basic Life Insurance Paid (25K policy).
We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.