Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner (2 Openings)

Location:

Houston, TX
• Radnor, PA

Schedule:

Hybrid – 3 days onsite & 2 days remote
Recruiter:
Quentin Chavis Jr. 346‑459‑4397

• Partner with leaders to provide HR leadership and execution in talent management, employee relations, performance & development coaching, compensation, labor relations, HR compliance and special projects.
• Coordinate with other team members, leads, and execute change initiatives across business related to talent and HR strategy.
• Serve as trusted advisor, provide comprehensive HR support and guidance, and help business understand goals and challenges.
• Analyze and manage HR data & metrics to identify trends and provide insights.
• Lead and engage employees in evaluating the employee relations climate and implement solutions to issues.
• Lead associate onboarding process, ensuring effective execution by managers.
• Participate in annual programs for assigned client groups: performance appraisal, salary review, compensation plans, incentive bonuses, talent review, engagement survey, etc.
• In collaboration with L&D COE team, develop and deliver talent development & training assessments.
• Counsel employees & managers on career planning, conflict resolution, work related challenges.
• Conduct exit interviews, investigations, and work with ER COE on escalated case management.
• Advise on performance management, corrective counseling, training, development, discipline techniques.
• Review documentation for consistency with Airgas policies.
• Monitor and verify company’s employment standards and practices; continuously improve organizational efficiency.
• Manage new hire orientation program; follow up with managers for training track.
• Attend unemployment hearings; manage unemployment claims with third‑party administrator.
• Partner with HR COEs and HR Operations to ensure accurate processing of new hires, terminations, personnel changes.
• Contribute to development and implementation of overall HR strategy; act as change agent.
• Recommend and implement revisions to policies & programs.
• Ensure compliance with all state & federal statutes, laws & regulations.
• Assist with HRIS data integrity, report generation, talent management & total rewards processes.
• Participate in HR programs such as diversity & inclusion initiatives, budget development, tuition assistance, HR KPIs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of related HR experience (compensation reviews, employer relations, performance management, and HR annual processes).
• High level analytical skills; experience with Excel/Google Sheets (V‑lookups, pivot tables).

• HR certification (PHR, SPHR).
• Experience as Generalist, Business Partner or similar titles.
• Experience managing multi‑site personnel across states.
• Experience with plant and/or transportation population.
• Project management experience within an HR team.

• Understanding of HR principles, employment laws & regulations; lead ER investigations.
• Personable, professional, responsive, credible, and able to drive value.
• Proficiency in HRIS & Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Advanced Excel & Google Sheets skills.
• Excellent organizational, written & oral communication, listening & presentation skills.

• Stationary for extended periods; occasional office traverse; frequent use of computer & telephone. Reasonable accommodations available.

• Normal office environment; occasional overnight travel up to 20%.

Medical, dental & vision plans; vacation, sick time, floating holidays, paid holidays; progressive parental leave; 401(k) plan with company matching; tuition reimbursement; discounted college tuition;
Airgas Scholarship Program.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Human Resources

• Chemical Manufacturing

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment.

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