Millerbernd Manufacturing, a family-owned company since 1933, is driven by our core values: respectful and humbly confident, a positive attitude and solutions-oriented, a great reputation every day, loyal and united, working together, and results-driven. If these values resonate with you, we invite you to apply and join a growing team committed to excellence and shared success.
The Opportunity: The Senior Human Resources Business Partner is responsible for supporting a business team with multiple HR processes to promote great employee experiences. This role is both hands-on and strategic, and provides expertise in the areas of employee relations and development, culture, talent management, compensation, organization design and projects as necessary.
Job Title:Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Location: onsite in Winsted, MN
Salary Range: $89,133 - $107,584/year (Exempt)
(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)
Schedule: Monday - Friday Business Hours
Shift Differential: 1st shift – N/A
As a Senior Human Resources Business Partner you will:
- Interprets and explains human resources policies and procedures to managers and employees and ensures legal compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Provides advice and counsel to employees and managers on performance management, employee relations, dispute resolution, and corrective actions.
- Applies established practices and procedures to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance, productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
- Responds to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, leads investigations of complex cases.
- Drives the grievance and disciplinary processes by scheduling time with managers and employees on disciplinary matters, recommending appropriate disciplinary action, and drafting letters of discipline and supporting reports.
- Participates in special projects on various human resources topics, identifies business issues and recommends solutions using supporting data, documents methodology, and writes reports on findings.
- Explains and provides information on the Americans with Disabilities Act, Family Medical Leave Act, Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and other programs to employees and managers. Participate in the interactive process between managers and employees.
- Will act as a process owner on select HR domains (not entire list): employee meetings & communications, employee store, employee gifts, social media for HR, HRIS, time & attendance, lead investigator, performance discussions, translator services, incentive tracking, DOT compliance, awards & celebrations, onboarding
Role Qualifications as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner:
- Preferred candidates will have BA or BS degree in Human Resources Management or related field
- Human Resource experience specifically in organization design, coaching, change management, project management, and managing complex/sensitive workplace investigations
- Strong working knowledge of US federal and statement employment laws and regulations
- Ability to drive the HR strategic agenda using knowledge of the organization
- Ability to write communications clearly and concisely understanding tone and channel implications
- Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Change agent and role model for leading cultural change
- Ability to solve practical problems and make decisions
- Effective and appropriate communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to main high levels of high confidentiality
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products
- Strong attention to detail
- Adapts to changing work priorities
What we offer for employment:
Comprehensive Benefits -
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
- Health & Flexible spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
- Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
- Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
Financial Security -
- 401(k) with up to 4% Match – Immediate vesting
- Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
- This role is eligible for participation in the company’s “Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)”, a financial performance-based bonus program
- Payouts are determined by the company’s operational results and are distributed in the first quarter of the subsequent year
Work-Life Balance -
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
- Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
- Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles
Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.
We're an Equal Opportunity Employer -
Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.
Ready to shape your future with us?
Apply today and discover what’s possible at Millerbernd.