Senior Human Resources Business Partner; Bilingual

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Senior Human Resources Business Partner to serve as a vital link between HR and our manufacturing team. Reporting directly to the VP of Human Resources, this role is designed for a very experienced HR professional with a deep footprint in the Greater Fall River or southeastern Massachusetts business community.

As a key member of the HR team, you will drive excellence across four core pillars:
Employee Relations, Talent Management, Learning & Development, and Talent Acquisition. You will act as a trusted advisor to managers and a champion for our workforce, following best-in-class HR practices.

• Conflict Resolution
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  Act as the primary point of contact for complex employee relations issues, conducting thorough investigations and providing equitable resolutions.
• Bilingual Communication
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  Serve as a bridge for our diverse workforce by providing high-level HR support in both English and Spanish.
• Compliance & Policy
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  Ensure all labor practices align with state and federal regulations within a manufacturing environment.

• Succession Planning
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  Identify high-potential employees and develop pathways to ensure leadership continuity in the manufacturing floor and in the office.
• Retention Strategy
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  Analyze data to identify trends and implement stay-interview programs.
• Skills Gap Analysis
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  Partner with supervisors to identify training needs specific to manufacturing and technical craftsmanship.
• Program Design
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  Facilitate or source training sessions focused on leadership development, safety, and soft skills.

• Full-Cycle Recruitment
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  Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing to offer.
• Local Networking
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  Leverage your existing network within southeastern MA to build a pipeline of skilled manufacturing and administrative talent.

• HRIS Mastery
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  Maintain the integrity of HR systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, or Paychex) to ensure accurate reporting and data-driven decision-making.
• Process Improvement
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  Conduct root-cause analysis on areas to determine if the cause is a training gap or a systemic issue.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
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  Partner with Manufacturing managers/supervisors to optimize staffing levels and shift structures.

• Experience
  : 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years as an HR Business Partner in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Language
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  Professional-level fluency in Spanish (Written and Verbal) is required.
• Regional Expertise
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  Deeply networked in the Greater Fall River or South Coast area with knowledge of the local labor market.
• Technical Skills
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  Advanced proficiency in HRIS platforms and Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.

• Team Player
  : A "roll-up-your-sleeves" attitude with the ability to build rapport from the sewing floor to the Leadership Team.
• Detail Oriented
  : A "sharp eye" for compliance, payroll accuracy, and the nuances of employee documentation.
• Emotional Intelligence
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  The ability to handle sensitive situations with the "luxury" level of care and discretion our brand represents.