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Human Resources Business Partner
full-timeShelby Township

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Location

Shelby Township

Type

full-time

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About this role

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.​

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok® spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook

SO WHY WESTLAKE PIPE & FITTINGS?

We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers and encourages our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork.  A career at Westlake Pipe & Fittings, is enriched with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences.  We foster a culture that supports professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement. 

COMPETITIVE PAY & BENEFITS

  • Benefits Effective Day 1

  • Med, Den, Vision, 401k (4% match), Annual Retirement Contribution (3%), Life & AD&D

  • Paid Vacation

  • Tuition Assistance Program

  • Fitness Reimbursement Program

  • Opportunity for Advancement

SUMMARY

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for supporting leaders and employees with a wide range of HR initiatives, operational processes and procedures, tactical issues and employee relations efforts. The HRBP builds positive working relationships and acts as a contact for leaders and employees within the assigned client group.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs.
  • Develop and maintains knowledge of company systems (Workday). 
  • Recruits, interviews, tests and selects salaried and hourly employees for client group. Conducts new employee orientation to foster positive impression of business unit.
  • Administers salary and hourly compensations programs to ensure compliance and equity within the client group.
  • Administers vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and other employee related reports requested by management.
  • Prepares new hire and termination documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine termination reason.
  • Represents organization and employee related hearings and investigations.
  • Manages company sponsored events and programs such as community outreach and service award banquets.
  • Coordinates client group training with client group and human resources management.
  • Any additional duties and tasks as required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations, Labor Relations, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field. SHRM or HRCI certified professional preferred.
  • 3-7 years progressive HR experience.  2+ years’ experience in a generalist/functional role with exposure to compensation, performance management, training, labor relation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office.  Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.  May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators.  Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

Other facts

Tech stack
Human Resources,Employee Relations,Recruitment,Compensation,Performance Management,Training,Labor Relations,Policy Development,Employee Orientation,Documentation,Event Management,Community Outreach,Exit Interviews,Compliance,Teamwork,Professional Development,Problem Solving

About Westlake

Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. We provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from packaging and healthcare products to automotive and consumer goods to building and construction products.

Employing approximately 16,000 people, Westlake operates in North America, Europe and Asia.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
Founding Year: 1986

What you'll do

  • The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) supports leaders and employees with HR initiatives and employee relations efforts. They build positive working relationships and act as a contact for leaders and employees within the assigned client group.

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What does a Human Resources Business Partner do at Westlake?

As a Human Resources Business Partner at Westlake, you will: the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) supports leaders and employees with HR initiatives and employee relations efforts. They build positive working relationships and act as a contact for leaders and employees within the assigned client group..

Why join Westlake as a Human Resources Business Partner?

Westlake is a leading Chemical Manufacturing company.

Is the Human Resources Business Partner position at Westlake remote?

The Human Resources Business Partner position at Westlake is based in Shelby Township, Michigan, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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