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GAF Human Resource Business Partner in Newton, Kansas
Job Description:
Introduction
At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
About GAF - Newton, Kansas
Newton is a vibrant Kansas community founded in 1871 on a spirit of work, from its earliest days as a railroad, agriculture and cattle drive hub. With a population of about 20,000, Newton and neighboring North Newton features an active arts community, three National Historic Districts, a variety of museums, trails, restaurants, shops and attractions, Bethel College, award winning school districts, a championship golf course, first-class convention center and many other amenities. This collaborative region is close to dynamic Wichita and may be the next best place for you to call home in GAF’s newest “Field of Dreams!”
New Plant, New Opportunities
If you haven’t been part of a greenfield startup, now is your chance. GAF is the North American leader in residential roofing materials. We are honored to be constructing our newest shingle manufacturing facility in Newton KS and will hire our initial plant leadership team in 2024. Due to our investment in training and the development of employees, you will have the opportunity to travel to our other locations, engage with peers, hire the remainder of the plant staff and participate in the design and construction of the facility. Expect your first years to be rewarding and challenging with an amazing team fully supporting you.
Summary
GAF is searching for a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support a greenfield asphalt shingle manufacturing plant in Newton KS. During plant construction and commissioning, the HRBP will work with other departments to hire all plant staff.
After commissioning, the HRBP will support the plant and plant employees. The successful candidate must be familiar with the management of employee relations, administration of employee programs, change management, employee engagement strategy, leadership development, organizational design, performance management, HR laws and regulations, HR policy management. Serves as a consultant to management for positive employee relations and engagement; acts as an employee champion and change agent. The HRBP is a dynamic leader, who always acts with integrity and discretion to ensure your role as a trusted advisor.
Essential Duties
Design and implement people solutions to address enterprise and functional strategies
Facilitate conflict resolution and provide coaching and feedback to employees, supervisors and managers
Manage the strategic workforce planning efforts ensuring the right roles are incorporated to shape the future
Partner with the plant management team to facilitate employee engagement, focus groups and develop meaningful action plans for improvement
Manage all employee relations activities within the site according to established guidelines, sound administrative practices and in accordance with the organization's mission, values, and goals
Maintains current knowledge of and ensures compliance with federal, state and local labor and employment laws
Strategically contribute to the business objectives by helping plant leaders identify, prioritize, and build organizational capabilities, behaviors, structures and processes
Provide expert advice and coaching where appropriate. Ensure a strong leadership and coaching culture throughout the organization
Support plant departments on all aspects of human resources, including organizational and employee development
Research and develop/recommend solutions and process improvements on HR related projects, processes and policies aligned to GAF strategy, culture and business practices
Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to facilitate/coordinate hourly and salaried interviews, conduct onboarding and new hire orientations
Manage specific projects as determined in the annual HR plan and participate in functional and cross-functional initiatives
Under This Roof, We Require
Minimum 5 years’ demonstrated experience in HR management
Bachelor’s Degree in HR, business or related field
Under This Roof, We Also Value
Masters’ degree in HR, Leadership, OD, Org. Behavior or MBA preferred
CIPD, PHR, or SPHR or other HR certification preferred
Proven organizational, planning, project management, and prioritization skills to ensure proper and timely completion of projects
Advanced experience partnering with stakeholders at all levels
Willingness to respond to after hour emergencies including weekends and holidays
Ability to meet extensive travel requirements in first 1-2 years for the opportunity to visit and train at existing GAF locations
Ability to communicate, both written, and orally, in English is required
Experience with Google Suite
Experience in HR partnering with both the senior leadership team and hourly workforces
Experience in HR law, compliance, and regulations
Experience with HRIS systems, preferably Workday
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professional demeanor
How We Protect What Matters Most
We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood
Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions
Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence
Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program
We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally
GAF is a tobacco and e-cigarette free facility
GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.
We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).
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With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world.
Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors.
GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most.