HR Business Partner

KT Pacer As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. This position provides Human Resources support to the KT Pacer business unit in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

The role will partner with the leadership team to develop and implement processes and practices that promote sound employee relations. The role will also work to ensure that performance management processes and compensation practices of the company are up to date and competitive. Assists in developing and improving programs and practices that ensure that KT Pacer is an employer of choice.

• Responsibilities may include, but not limited to Recruiting Partner with the KT Pacer managers to develop job descriptions, and identify candidate sources, selection teams, and search timelines. Screen candidates, conduct employment interviews/assessments, and provide feedback on candidates to supervisors and managers. Develop and implement sound sourcing strategies and processes including industry networking, internet resources, campus recruiting, internships, and third-party recruiters.
• Employee Relations Collaborate with managers and floor supervisors to ensure HR practices are followed including compliance, appropriate staffing levels, retention, employee training/engagement, performance, and incentive programs. Oversee the management of all employee relations matters to ensure employees are treated fairly, and provided with competitive wages, benefits, and sound working conditions. Coach, facilitate, and advise management toward the resolution of employee/management issues.
  
  Assist in the continual improvement of the onboarding experience. Leads and/or supports annual HR deliverables to include performance management; merit and bonus awards; benefits enrollment; etc. Investigate employee issues and conflicts and bring them to resolution.
• Performance Management Appraisal Work with the management team to create job descriptions, develop career paths, and implement succession planning. Prepare for employee performance discussions or terminations with supervisors.
• Salary and Benefit Administration Administer and consult on compensation programs Liaise with corporate payroll Serve as initial point of contact for company benefit programs.

Education BA or BS in HR or a related field desired.

Experience 3 years of exempt level HR experience or 6-years in lieu of a degree. Experience in a manufacturing environment strongly desired. Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet business and corporate objectives and timelines. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Prior experience working with ADP, Workday and UKG/Kronos is desired.

Experience building interpersonal relationships at all levels of the organization. Experience complying with all state and federal employment laws. Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies.

While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further.

As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.