HR Business Partner

Description Robert Half is partnering with a well‑established distribution company in downtown Fort Wayne to hire an experienced Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) for a contract engagment. This role provides critical coverage during a leave of absence and requires a hands‑on HR professional with strong business partnership skills and benefits administration knowledge. The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, and confident supporting leaders and employees in a fast‑paced, operations‑driven environment.

Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Partnership Serve as the HR point of contact for managers and employees across distribution and warehouse operations Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, coaching, and policy interpretation Partner with leadership to support workforce planning, scheduling, staffing needs, and labor optimization Support change management, communication, and engagement initiatives Benefits Administration (Knowledge Required) Assist employees with benefit questions, enrollment processes, and life event updates Support coordination with benefit carriers and payroll for accurate deductions and eligibility Help facilitate open enrollment activities and communication Assist with benefits audits, COBRA processes, and compliance tracking Employee Relations & Compliance Conduct investigations and document findings in accordance with company policy and employment law Monitor FMLA, ADA, LOA requests, and other state/federal leave programs Ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations Maintain accurate and confidential employee files and HR records Talent & Workforce Support Collaborate with hiring managers on recruiting needs for both hourly and salaried roles Support onboarding and new‑hire orientation Assist with training coordination, safety initiatives, and workforce development programs HR Operations & Reporting Maintain HRIS records, process employee changes, and ensure data integrity Prepare HR reports such as headcount, turnover, attendance, and labor metrics Identify trends and provide data‑driven recommendations to leadership Requirements 4+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in distribution, logistics, or manufacturing Working knowledge of benefits administration Strong understanding of employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, OSHA) Experience supporting hourly/shift‑based teams strongly preferred Excellent communication, conflict‑resolution, and relationship‑building skills Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Strong judgment, confidentiality, and ability to work independently

Why Work Through Robert Half? Exclusive access to top employers and HR opportunities Weekly pay and competitive compensation packages Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment Options for benefits while on assignment A trusted staffing leader with decades of HR recruiting expertise Talent Match®

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