• Human Resources Business Partner

    The Raymond Corporation (Addison, TX)


    We are seeking a dynamic HR Business Partner to join our team. This role supports employees and leaders by managing employee relations, leave of absence cases, and unemployment claims, while proactively partnering with supervisors on performance and development plans that align with business goals. The HR Business Partner leverages HRIS, analyzes trends to drive program effectiveness, and ensures compliance with employment laws. Success in this role requires a hands‑on, personable approach with a strong onsite presence, balanced by the flexibility to travel between offices and adapt seamlessly to a hybrid work environment.

    Essential Duties & Responsibilities

    * Provide guidance and solutions for employee relations issues; advise on disciplinary actions, terminations, and legal compliance.

    * Conduct thorough and objective investigations.

    * Advise employees and managers on HR policies.

    * Collaborate with site management on performance reviews, goal setting, and development plans.

    * Identify training and development needs; partner with HR and training management to design and deliver programs.

    * Respond to employee inquiries and connect them with the broader HR team as needed.

    * Partner with HR leadership on key programs (performance management, talent management, retention, acquisition, onboarding).

    * Proactively work with supervisors and managers to develop performance plans and employee development initiatives aligned with business goals.

    * Monitor and analyze HR trends and metrics to fuel responses, guide next steps, and improve program effectiveness.

    * Manage leave of absence requests and cases, ensuring compliance and employee support.

    * Respond to unemployment claims and represent the company at appeals.

    * Utilize HRIS and workflow systems at an intermediate to advanced level to optimize departmental functions.

    * Document improvement plans, meetings, policies, and procedures; maintain accurate records for compliance.

    * Support other processes, projects, or corporate rollouts in line with annual strategic goals.

    Education & Experience

    * Bachelor’s degree and relevant industry experience.

    * Minimum 5 years’ experience resolving complex employee relations issues.

    * Hands‑on experience with performance management processes, including coaching supervisors and aligning development with business goals.

    * Experience managing absence cases (FMLA, ADA, disability).

    * Direct involvement in unemployment cases, including working with case workers and hearing officers.

    * Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams (finance, operations, recruiting, training).

    * Prior responsibility for multi‑site HR support and navigating varying processes remotely.

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

    * Strong knowledge of HR disciplines: compensation, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity, performance management, and employment laws.

    * Proven reputation for partnership and collaboration across all levels of the organization.

    * Analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and recommend solutions.

    * Proficiency in HRIS and workflow systems at intermediate to advanced levels.

    * Advanced communication skills with a consultative approach.

    * Commitment to ethical practice and maintaining confidentiality.