Human Resources Business Partner

What you will do

What to learn more about New River Valley Operations?
We build Trucks!  We develop and produce trucks designed to meet or exceed the expectations of the customer and their drivers.  In operation since 1975, we are a proud supportive member of the community of Pulaski County and its surrounding areas.

About the Job

The Human Resources Business Partner drives our mission by working with leaders and employees across the business to ensure Volvo Group is a great place to work for everyone. Volvo’s Human Resources Business Partners are passionate about their work and help deliver positive change every day.

As a Human Resources Business Partner, you will be part of broader team consisting of Human Resources Business Partners, Safety, and Training.  Our team plays a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing our organizational culture while supporting the growth and development of our talented team members. Reporting to the Manager of Labor Relations, you will collaborate closely with managers at all levels to implement HR initiatives that align with our company’s goals and values while collaborating with the business to improve performance through best-in-class HR support. Our team achieves results by being driven, innovative, collaborative and trustworthy. This role is both hands-on and strategic and provides expertise in the areas of employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee engagement, learning and development, and ad hoc projects as necessary.

Main activities and responsibilities for this role

• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on HR related matters, including but not limited to performance & competence management, labor & employee relations, organizational development & change and talent development.
• Partner with department heads to identify talent needs, facilitate the recruitment process, and onboard new team members effectively.
• Lead initiatives to enhance employee engagement, diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.
• Provide coaching and support to managers on effective leadership practices, conflict resolution, and team dynamics.
• Provide coaching and support to managers on effective leadership practices, conflict resolution, and team dynamics.
• Maintain effective relationships with labor unions and interact with union officials and others on matters pertaining to employee relations concerns and collective bargaining agreement provisions. Collective bargaining agreement administration and interpretation. Participate in contract negotiations and grievance resolution.
• Consistently utilize Continuous Improvement techniques to optimize position and department efficiencies and serve as a People Development Coach to managers and the organization.
• Build relationships at all levels within the organization to effectively maximize employee involvement in driving change.
• Proactively build and promote strong employee trust and open communication among all levels of the organization.

Who are you?

Critical competencies and experience
We are looking for a strong leader and team member with a customer focus who will be committed to the teamwork environment through being a resourceful team player. Maintaining collaborative relationships with team members internal and external is key in creating a successful and strong team. Experience with decision making and influencing ability is key in being able to drive the implementation and necessary changes.  Excellent communication skills will ease both team and cross functional work for allowing trustworthy network building. 

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Preferred experience in HR roles or internships.
• Strong personal credibility, integrity and self-leadership.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

What’s in it for you?

Benefits

• Onsite medical facility, pharmacy, lactation center and gym specifically for Volvo employees. 
• Generous vacation time and paid holidays.
• Adoption Assistance program. 
• Paid caregiver and parental leave policies
• Workplace health/wellness, and reimbursement programs.
• Competitive health/medical plans. 
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans.
• Voluntary benefits to include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, legal services, additional life insurance, and pet insurance.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match, as well as additional automatic company contribution. 
• Employee Assistance Program.

Ready for the next move?

Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today!