HR Business Partner - Georgia-Pacific

We are seeking an HR Business Partner to work in partnership with managers and employees for our Modesto, CA facility. Georgia Pacific is one of the nation's leading corrugated box manufacturers and the Modesto team is poised to lead the industry. This position will partner with operations to advance continuous improvement of HR processes and drive business results.

Location: This is an onsite role at the Modesto, CA facility.

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific employees have the opportunity to influence the long-term success of the plant, both in improving the efficiency of production and in helping to build a culture of Principle-Based Management. This is a role with potential for advancement both within the plant and across the company. Come join our team!

Georgia-Pacific LLC is one of the world's leading makers of tissue, pulp, packaging, building products and related chemicals. You may recognize our household brands, such as Brawny® paper towels, Quilted Northern® bath tissue and Dixie® cups and tableware. If you're in the construction business, you're probably familiar with our gypsum panels and other quality building materials. If you have ordered from Amazon recently, you could have received your package in one of our recyclable padded Mailers. Even if you work in aerospace, mining or facilities management, Georgia-Pacific products may be part of your day. Georgia-Pacific is a subsidiary of Koch Industries, Inc. - the largest privately held company in the United States. We are always interested in talented individuals, who want to create long term value, who are not afraid to challenge the status quo, and who seek to find fulfillment in what they do.

What You Will Do

• Quickly build effective working relationships centered on trust by way of practical and strategic guidance across functions and on-site teams both salaried and hourly
• Provide guidance and serve as the subject matter expert at the site level for all HR related matters
• Align HR goals to site business goals, track & monitor the progress
• Partner with operations and maintenance leaders to ensure optimal staffing is achieved
• Support supervisors, managers & leaders in implementing our compensation philosophy
• Provide input and tools to support succession planning, key employee retention, and high potential employee development
• Partner with leaders to grow the sites knowledge and application of Principle Based Management
• Headcount reporting, timekeeping support, HR systems support, and knowledge of/utilization of HR capabilities
• Regular engagement with hourly staff through spending time in the plant
• Ownership of HR projects and transformation initiatives with focus on change management and leadership
• Grievance/Arbitration management and navigating complex Labor Relations strategies and union relationships.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Minimum of 3 or more years in an HRBP, HR Generalist or HR Manager role
• Experience partnering with plant leadership to drive initiatives
• Experience developing and partnering with front line supervisors
• Experience analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data to leaders
• Knowledge of employment laws and practices

What Will Put You Ahead

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience working in a manufacturing/industrial environment
• Advanced degree in Human Resources, SHRM-CP or SCP certification
• Experience supporting a union facility
• Experience with project management

For this role, we anticipate paying $90,000 - $120,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day -to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf

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