About Westlake Pipe & Fittings

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 Senior HR Business Partner provides strategic partnership and consultancy to business leaders and units in our organization. Your role will involve offering expert guidance on HR matters, ensuring alignment with our company culture and practices to foster organizational success. On a daily basis, you will actively engage in a range of HR services, including promoting employee and leadership development, overseeing employee relations, delivering coaching and counseling, managing performance, and identifying training requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

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

• Drive leadership development, employee coaching, and performance management initiatives with effectiveness and impact.
• Take proactive ownership of the strategic people agenda at the functional level, ensuring alignment with the overall group strategy. Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic consultant to senior leaders, providing guidance and support for mid to long-term planning.
• Offer consultative guidance on performance management, talent management, leadership development, organizational alignment, culture, and employee engagement to support organizational effectiveness.
• Address employee concerns timely, conduct and document employee investigations, partner with Legal and / or HR management on process and outcome.
• Conduct client group trainings on policy / initiative rollouts, new manager assimilation, etc.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends, provide insights, and make data-driven recommendations for HR strategies and interventions.
• Compile and analyze HR data to create reports and dashboards for HR and business leaders, providing insights and recommendations based on the data.
• Ensure adherence to HR policies and procedures, conduct audits, and provide guidance to managers and employees to maintain compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Provide support for HR projects and initiatives, including policy development, HR system upgrades, and process improvements.
• Assist with HR compliance activities, such as data reporting, auditing, and ensuring HR records are maintained in accordance with legal requirements.
• Stay updated on HR best practices and industry trends to contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes.
• Promotes a positive Company image at every opportunity.
• Complies with all Company policies and procedures.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Relations, Labor Relations, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field required.
• A minimum of 8 years of HR Business Partner experience required.
• Experience supporting senior leadership in a large organization preferred.
• Solid knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for all audience levels of client group. Solid organizational skills with ability to handle multiple and competing priorities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite with strong Excel skills required (V-Lookups, Pivot tables, etc). Experience in an HRIS required, Workday experience is a plus.