Human Resources Business Partner

Rocky Mount, VA
Full Time
Human Resources
Manager/Supervisor
SUMMARY
We are seeking a proactive and strategic Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support the launch and growth of our new manufacturing facility. This role will serve as the key HR liaison for plant leadership, guiding all aspects of people operations, talent strategy, culture building, and workforce readiness. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of manufacturing operations, startup environments, and a working knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) practices and compliance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Partner with plant leadership to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives and startup timelines.
  • Support talent acquisition efforts for hourly and salaried roles to build a high-performing workforce from the ground up.
  • Support new hire onboarding, orientation, and training programs specific to a manufacturing startup.
  • Develop and execute employee relations initiatives to build culture, engagement, and retention during rapid growth.
  • Ensure HR policies and procedures are aligned with both company standards and local/state/federal labor laws.
  • Collaborate with EHS and Operations teams to promote a safe and compliant work environment, assisting with employee safety communication, training, and corrective action.
  • Coach managers on performance management, conflict resolution, and leadership development.
  • Partner with payroll, benefits, and HRIS teams to ensure seamless implementation of people systems and processes.
  • Provide support for HR metrics, reporting, and workforce planning to drive operational insights.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, labor laws, and corporate EHS protocols through coordination with the plant EHS lead.

REQUIREMENTS
  • 5–8 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing or plant-based environment.
  • Experience supporting a new plant startup or high-growth CPG operation strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated understanding of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) best practices and regulatory basics (e.g., OSHA, SDS, incident reporting).
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. labor law, employee relations, and performance management.
  • Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.
  • Proficient in HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, ADP) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience/Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP certification.
  • OSHA 10 or 30-hour certification is a plus.
  • Spanish bilingual a plus.

Knowledge/Abilities/Skills:
  • Proven ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Strong work ethic and team player
  • High degree of professionalism
  • Ability to handle and protect sensitive and confidential material
  • Decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals

Technical Skills:
  • Strong PC/laptop skills including proficiency in Excel (intermediate), Google Sheets, GSuite products
  • Working knowledge ADP Workforce Now or similar platform
Travel Requirements
  • 10% to visit other manufacturing facilities
Physical/Mental Requirements
An employee must meet the physical demands described here to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be comfortable working in a production environment with exposure to noise, machinery, and manufacturing processes.
  • The employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
  • This position is based in Rocky Mount, VA and is onsite Monday through Friday supporting a three-shift operation.
  • Remote candidates will not be considered for this role.
Traditional Medicinals, Inc. and its subsidiaries are proud equal-opportunity employers.  We wholeheartedly embrace authenticity, diversity, and people's differences. We acknowledge, celebrate, and support individuality to the great advantage of our consumers, our stakeholders, our products, and the planet.  We are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all our people.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
 
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