HR Business Partner, Loudon

HR Business Partner, Loudon | Primient

Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet.

We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.

The Manager, HR Business Partner (HRBP), Loudon serves as the primary people partner for a non-union manufacturing site, collaborating closely with site leadership to execute a site-aligned People Strategy that supports Primient's business objectives and culture. The role balances strategic partnership with hands-on HR execution to support operational performance, workforce effectiveness, and compliance.

Strategic HR Partnership & Business Alignment

• Partner with site leadership to translate business and operational priorities into actionable HR strategies.
• Provide a people perspective on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent risks.
• Ensure local execution of enterprise HR programs aligns with Primient standards and site needs.

Employee Relations

• Serve as the primary owner of employee relations, addressing concerns and conducting investigations as needed.
• Coach leaders on performance management, attendance, corrective action, and compliance with HR policies.
• Promote a positive, respectful work environment through consistent and fair people practices.

Talent Management & Workforce Planning

• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support recruiting, selection, onboarding, and early retention efforts.
• Support performance management and development planning for frontline leaders and key roles.
• Contribute to succession and workforce planning discussions to address site capability needs.

Policy Development, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and Primient policies.
• Interpret and apply HR policies consistently, providing guidance to leaders and employees.
• Partner with HR leadership and Legal to mitigate employee relations and compliance risks.

Coaching & HR Consulting

• Serve as a trusted HR advisor to site leaders on leadership effectiveness and people decisions.
• Influence leader behavior through data, insight, and practical HR guidance.
• Build leader capability in employee engagement, accountability, and performance management.

HR Initiatives, Processes & Analytics

• Partner with HR COEs to implement and sustain enterprise HR initiatives at the site level.
• Drive adoption and accurate use of HR systems, including Workday processes and reporting.
• Monitor HR KPIs (e.g., turnover, absenteeism, engagement) and partner with leaders on action plans.

Required and Preferred Education/Certification

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or related field (required)
• Masters Degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent (preferred)
• Professional Certification(s) in HR, such as: PHR, SPHR, or other HR certifications (preferred)

Required and Preferred Work Experience

• 5+ years of work experience in a broad range of HR functional areas (required)
• 2+ years of experience in employee relation (preferred)
• 1+ years of Workday experience (preferred)

The annual pay range estimated for this position is $ - $ and is bonus eligible. Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• Competitive Pay
• Multiple Healthcare plan choices
• Dental and vision insurance
• A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Floating days off
• Parental leave for new parents
• Employee resource groups
• Learning & development programs
• Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which…