Human Resources Business Partner

From smartphones to solar panels, innovative technology is needed to create the devices we use every day. Silfex’s silicon components help make that technology a reality.

At Silfex, we’re the leading provider of precision silicon components used to make and operate semiconductor tools, which enable the trillion-dollar global electronics industry. Our company’s products are integral to the semiconductor equipment and optical markets. The outstanding team at Silfex makes that possible – through our people, we help connect the world.

The successful candidate for this position will become eligible for a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits; to learn more about the benefits Silfex offers for this position check out:

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The Human Resources Business Partner plays an active role in implementing strategies and programs in support of both short and long-term business objectives with the overall goal of retaining, engaging and developing the best talent for Silfex/Lam Research. The HR Business Partner directly influences our talent and manages organizational effectiveness initiatives. It provides counsel regarding: people effectiveness, application of human resource practices, policies and procedures, learning and development initiatives, compliance, and resolution of employee relations issues.

Additionally, this role partners with the leadership team to deliver critical programs including: Succession Planning, Talent Review/Org Audit, Performance Management and On-Boarding and Assimilation. As an integral part of the business team, this role includes management coaching and general support; conducting investigations, complaint resolutions, staff counseling, talent reviews and local training. This is a full-time, strategic and hands-on position reporting to the Sr Manager of Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities

Partnering with management to deliver annual Human Resources initiatives as defined in the Annual Operating Plan. Liaison for Organization effectiveness, org design, succession/ work force planning for Silfex. Coaching managers and supervisors on employee relations issues; facilitating prompt issue resolution and conducting related investigations. Guiding employee recognition and retention programs. Overseeing employment-related matters in partnership with the corporate functions including Staffing, Onboarding and Assimilation, Immigration, and Relocation. Seek, provide and drive data to identify trends, determine root causes of issues, and develop effective solutions.

To be successful, the person filling this position will

Exhibit strong judgment, sound decision-making, and the ability to set or adjust priorities as the business environment demands. Demonstrated experience in strategic partnerships in achieving business results. Have strong interpersonal and persuasion skills, in order to build and establish partnerships with line management and across Global Human Resources. Operate with a sense of urgency, bias for action, and possess an authentic desire to thrive in a complex organization. Be team oriented and role model leadership skills. Think; Customer, Company, and Individual. Be a highly analytical thinker and problem solver. Be attentive to detail, extremely organized, curious and driven by the desire to do the right thing. Exhibit strong project and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects to closure, effectively and efficiently.

Culture

Display a positive attitude and strong work ethic that reflects the Mission and Core Values of Silfex.Create and maintain a culture where workplace safety is part of everything we do. Provide the safest possible workplace to our employees by modeling and following all company safety policies, reporting any incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to Silfex management. Wear all PPE as required by work area or job function.Communication – Begin with the end in mind – Communicate boldly as well as effectively with empathy and respect to inspire teamwork and collaboration vertically and horizontally within Silfex.Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S. Demonstrate ownership of continuous improvement ideas and activities. Maintain organization and cleanliness, housekeeping and 5S within work area. Maintain these areas at the highest degree possible while responsibly escalating any maintenance issues.

Essential Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, or Organizational Development. At least five (5) years of experience in Human Resources positions with three (3) of those years as a HRBP or Generalist. Preferred experience: HRBP or Generalist in a Manufacturing environment.Solid understanding of federal and state employment and labor laws; displays integrity and ethics in handling confidential information. Strong business acumen, consulting, analysis, communication, presentation, negotiation, influencing, conflict management and problem-solving skills. Technical proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint and concise communicator. PHR/SPHR preferred. Experience working with exempt and non-exempt client groups preferred.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and; talk or hear.

The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 30 pounds. The employee regularly is required to lift up to 10 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the environment is moderate.