HR Business Partner - Manufacturing

Job description

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’s Windows, a division of Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK), delivers high-performance window and glass door systems that combine durability, design, and energy efficiency for residential and light commercial construction. Backed by Westlake’s materials science foundation and expansive distribution network, we provide solutions that elevate building design while meeting contractor and homeowner needs for quality, reliability, and value. We foster a supportive environment that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and professional development. COMPETITIVE PAY & BENEFITS Benefits Effective Day 1 Med, Dental, 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 is responsible for coordinating and supporting the human resources activities for the Houston, TX Windows manufacturing facility. This position will build positive relationships within the groups and is the liaison with leaders. Activities include resolving employee issues, communicating corporate policies and procedures, Payroll administration, compensation related activities, recruiting, providing training and educational programs; supporting management through the performance management processes, counseling with managers/supervisors on significant discipline and termination decisions for employees. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES May include, but are not limited to, the following: Counsel managers, supervisors and employees on various human resources activities to include policies and procedures, benefit plans, job-related concerns and issues, interpersonal relationships with peers and supervisors . Administers activities related to employment practices. Work closely with the Westlake recruiting team to recruit, screen, interview, and hire employees. Advises managers and supervisors with employee relations issues, complaints and terminations. Ensures progressive discipline policies are administered fairly and consistently. Responsible for payroll management and accurate recording and data entry of employee information in HRIS (Workday). Prepare employees for assignments by establishing and conducting orientation and training programs for employees. Coordinate and support employee engagement activities, recognition programs, and site events that promote teamwork, inclusion, and positive employee experience. Coordinates and participates in human resources related training. Oversee the administration of compensation, benefits, vacation, sick leave, absence programs for employees. Participates in compensation surveys, job evaluations, promotions or adjustments in conjunction with Total Rewards. Responsible for administrative duties including invoice coding and processing, bulletin board maintenance, maintaining files and assisting with events. 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 a plus. 5 years progressive HR experience. 3+ years’ experience in a generalist/functional role with exposure to compensation, performance management, training. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work at all levels within the organization Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Good oral and written communication skills Able to work independently, and coordinate with colleagues in multiple locations Ability to maintain confidentiality , high level of attention to detail and adaptability to changing business requirements Strong computer skills, MS office products, Workday knowledge a plus Bi-Lingual (Spanish) required. Must be able to speak, understand, read and write in English and Spanish 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. 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.