Human Resources Business Partner

We Are NewCold, a global leader in cold chain logistics with a focus on the development and operation of large, highly automated cold storage. Learn more about us at www.newcold.com.

Our Offer:
Career Pathway: Opportunities to grow with a global leader in cold storage logistics.
Health Coverage: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance—majority covered by the company. Life insurance and 401(k) plan.
Paid Time Off: 160 hours earned in your first year.
Salary Range: $85 – $95k range.
Shift: Day shift

Position Overview
Under the general guidance of the Regional Human Resources Manager and the Site Manager, the HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as support for day-to-day HR related activities at the NewCold Tacoma location.
This role will support the site with recruitment activities, payroll, employee orientation and onboarding support, training and development support, and administrative HR compliance expertise.
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources professional who can support the site while also being an employee resource, to help engage employees at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities:
Builds/maintains relationships with front line managers and supervisors serving as a primary point of contact for day-to-day and administrative HR activities.
Works closely with HR Regional team and Site Managers on the full spectrum of core HR activities that include performance management, learning and development, talent management and employee engagement initiatives.
Is knowledgeable of local and employment laws, company policies and can interpret this information to employees.
Process and manage payroll for hourly and salaried workforce via ADP.
Work with hiring managers regarding hiring needs, create and manage job postings via Cornerstone ATS system, candidate sourcing, interviewing, scheduling, extending offers and on-boarding of new hires.
Ensures the effective use of data in decision-making and makes recommendations to data collection efforts and data monitoring.
Manages relevant HR administration tasks and ensures compliance with the law and NewCold policies.
Assists in the effective and timely implementation of HR processes, policies, projects and employee events.
Stay well informed of market-place best practices and advises site leaders as needed.

Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Organization Development or related discipline required.
Minimum three (3) years progressive and professional experience as a HR Generalist or functional area specialist required.
Previous manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred.
HR-related certification (SHRM or HRCI) preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of general HR Bodies of Knowledge.
Innate ability to multi-task and strong organization competence.
Working knowledge of and demonstrated thought leadership in multiple human resource disciplines including employee and labor relations, diversity, equity & inclusion, compensation practices, performance management, federal and state respective employment laws.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information possessing skills to handle situations in a professional and diplomatic manner.
A high degree of collaboration and emotional intelligence, self-motivation, and analytical ability.
Demonstrated ability to influence, lead and manage projects in a heavily matrixed environment.
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, listening and interpersonal).
Strong networker, convener, relationship builder and communicator with experience collaborating with diverse work teams and stakeholders.
Multi-language knowledge and/or ability.