HR Business Partner - Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases (CEIG) is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

We are hiring for an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to support our Nikkiso Fueling & Solutions Business Unit headquartered in Escondido California. With a direct reporting line to the Functional Unit President and dotted line to EVP HR, the HRBP is a key member of the Functional Unit’s Management Team and responsible for aligning HR practices with global business objectives for this rapidly growing company.

At Nikkiso, our HR Team is dedicated to cultivating a world-class employee experience. It is our mission to provide our global workforce with strategic support and exceptional services to ensure we attract, develop, engage and retain bright and passionate people. The successful candidate for this role will exemplify our HR core values; collaboration, integrity, agility and transparency.

The successful HRBP will act as a senior advisor and employee champion who anticipates and addresses HR-related needs, communicates proactively, and seeks to develop integrated solutions. The position fosters partnerships across the organization to deliver value-added service and support. The HRBP will maintain an effective level of business literacy about the Unit's financial position, operational objectives, culture, and competition. The role will also drive Nikkiso CEIG Group HR initiatives, programs, and activities.

This is a challenging role with an emphasis on growth, talent & management development, retention, organizational planning, and an opportunity to demonstrate the ‘HR Value Proposition’!

HR Business Partner Responsibilities:

• Administers human resource plans, programs, policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintains current and in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to employment and provides guidance and support to managers and employees. Consults with HR Operations, Legal Department and external counsel as needed to ensure compliance and consistency.
• Interacts regularly with management and provides advice and consultation to promote employee engagement, productivity, morale, retention and an excellent employee experience.
• Provides leadership and coordination in areas such as immigration, safety, system implementations, HR projects & initiatives, etc.
• Works collaboratively with Talent Acquisition team and management to hire qualified candidates, including specialized Engineering roles that are unique and often hard-to-fill.
• Responsible for HR-related administrative tasks including personnel data maintenance, annual processes (i.e. reviews, TMP, bonus), local reporting, etc.
• Oversees new employee orientation, maintains recordkeeping, and monitors engagement.
• Drives the Talent Management Process (TMP) including the creation of Individual Development Plans and ensures execution of the development action.
• Provides training for employees regarding company policies and compliance topics, supervisor/manager development, and other subjects as identified.
• Resolves employee relations issues, conducts thorough investigations and recommends/implements interventions to avoid unfavorable situations.
• Processes terminations, performs exit interviews, and conducts turnover analysis to identify trends and implement mitigation strategies.
• Supports the performance review process including manager/employee communication, performance improvement plans, and management of disciplinary actions.
• Actively participates in Group HR initiatives and collaborates with HR colleagues in the development of policies, programs and solutions.
• Undertakes all responsibilities with a superior commitment to ethical practices, integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Supports projects and fulfills other responsibilities as needed.

Competencies

• Project manager
• Talent leader
• Development coach
• Relationship manager
• Organized and drives work to closure
• Credible & knowledgeable advisor
• Flexible collaborator
• Problem-solver
• Detail oriented and highly accurate
• Excellent communicator, both verbal & written

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• At least 5 years’ experience in human resources
• Experience with HR systems including HRIS, ATS and LMS
• Solid coaching and employee relations experience
• Working knowledge of CA-specific wage/hour regs and HR best practices
• HR certification preferred
• Proven success in relationship management
• Ability to travel as needed, including internationally

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Salary Range: $110,000 - $143,000