HR Business Partner

Founded in 1944, HSM is a third generation, privately held company with a rich history of innovation and a commitment to our people. With 25 locations across the U.S. and corporate headquarters in Hickory, NC and Huntersville, NC, we specialize in manufacturing components for furniture, bedding, transportation, packaging, automotive, and healthcare industries. Our expertise also includes designing and building automated production machinery.

HSM products from sofa springs to swimming pool noodles and bus seats touch everyday life in countless ways.

At HSM, our success is built on our people. We foster a culture of teamwork, innovation, and shared success. If you’re looking for a meaningful place to grow and make an impact, we want to hear from you!

• Serve as the first point of HR contact for assigned locations—providing guidance, leadership, and hands‑on support to managers and employees.
• Partner with leaders on organizational design, change management, and talent development initiatives.
• Drive key HR programs such as succession planning, employee engagement, and recognition efforts.
• Lead fair, thorough investigations and ensure compliance with all employment laws, policies, and procedures.
• Analyze workforce trends and metrics (turnover, absenteeism, time‑to‑fill, etc.) to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support onboarding, offboarding, and employee relations to ensure a positive and compliant employee experience.
• Collaborate with Environmental Health & Safety and HR Shared Services teams to promote employee wellness and resolve escalated HR issues.
• Participate in policy reviews, audits, and HR system improvements to enhance efficiency and consistency across sites.
• Champion an inclusive culture and contribute to labor strategy and union avoidance efforts, where applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of HR experience in manufacturing or a multi‑site environment (or 4+ years in a generalist capacity).
• Solid understanding of U.S. employment laws; multi‑state experience is a plus.
• Proven ability to balance strategic initiatives with day‑to‑day HR operations.
• Exceptional communication and relationship‑building skills with all levels of the organization.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and a proactive, problem‑solving mindset.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% for supporting plant locations.
• Experience with union environments heavily preferred.

• Health & Wellness
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  Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including an innovative global healthcare option for qualified participants.
• Retirement
  : 401(k) with company match, fully vested from day one.
• Paid Time Off
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  Competitive PTO: 3 weeks of PTO + company paid holidays.
• On‑Site Medical Clinics
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  Free for you and covered dependents.
• Teladoc
  : 24/7 access with no copay.
• Professional Development
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  Tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance and career growth opportunities.
• Discounts
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  Enjoy discounts with HSM partners, including Dollywood Parks & Resort, Verizon Wireless, and more.

At HSM, we believe that our diversity creates a productive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectionate or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.