HR Business Partner - Onsite at Avon Manufacturing Plant

Job Description 

The  HR Business Partner will drive all people activities, initiatives and programs for the entire Avon, NY site supporting the Plant Manager and acting as a key member of the plant leadership team. The HRBP works under the general guidance of the Lead, HR but is responsible for driving all people initiative across the plant (250 Union employees & 20 salaried) including determining the efficient structure, talent pipeline and people strategies.  

This position’s main focus will be on leading efforts around people development, talent pipeline, organization efficiency, change management and driving cultural transformation; to achieving goals around people, cost, and customer service. The position will support hourly employees and some salaried leaders while driving HR initiatives and directly mentoring & supporting functions’ people managers. The role will lead a team of HR professionals (HR Generalist & Indirect team) 

• Process Mastery: Own and implement critical HR processes: strategic workforce planning, compensation command, organizational effectiveness, relentless process improvement, staffing partnership, and dynamic development opportunities.  

• Talent Architect: Be the force behind talent development; engage with the business to drive audacious staffing plans and proactively manage talent moves like a boss.  

• Culture Catalyst: Embody and amplify Kraft Heinz’s mission, values, and initiatives, acting as the ultimate change champion for the facility.  

• Engagement Dynamo: Forge powerful relationships with employees, passionately advocating for their enrichment, engagement, and fierce development.  

• Compliance Guardian: Champion the flawless application of HR systems, policies, and programs, ensuring ironclad compliance with federal and state employment laws.  

• Analytics Guru: Leverage data and analytics to inform brilliant business and talent decisions that move the needle. Lead KPI goal achievement.  

• Strategic Visionary: Evaluate complex business challenges and engineer game-changing solutions.  

• TPM Powerhouse:  Lead the People, Learning and Development Pillar to enhance employee engagement, improve team efficiency and ensure the people aspect of TPM is fully integrated into organizational processes. Focus on developing a culture of continuous improvement, driving training initiatives, and supporting cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence. 

Minimum Requirements:  

• 5 Years of Experience as a Human Resources Business Partner supporting employees within a manufacturing, distribution, retail, or hospitality environment.  

• Union Experience Required 

• Strong eye for business, project management, and technical proficiency in workplace technology and systems (eg. Workday, Kronos, MS Office Suite, etc.)  

• Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and other key customers influencing through data and insights  

• Excellent organization and time management skills in a fast-paced environment  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, leading change through others.  

• Adaptability – Maintaining effectiveness in the face of changing priorities and tasks, ability to manage multiple assignments.  

Nice to Have (What will set you apart):  

Passion for internal career growth opportunities (including availability to relocate in the future)  

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values. 

New Hire Base Salary Range: 

$104,200.00 - $130,200.00 Bonus: This position is eligible for a 25% performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents. 

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors 

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. 

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families. 

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example: 

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments 

• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training 

• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs 

• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability 

Location(s) 

Avon 

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.