Human Resources Business Partner
Tradebe

Tradebe Environmental Services is a global leader in environmental services with US Headquarters in Merrillville, IN. Tradebe was founded in 1984 with the vision of helping industrial and chemical companies manage the increasing complexity of the waste they generate, ensuring safety for the people and the environment. Today, we continue to innovate and evolve as we maintain our firm commitment to propelling the circular economy and creating a more sustainable world. We actively contribute by managing all kinds of environmental liabilities in a safe and sustainable manner, focusing on reusing or recycling raw materials and energy, and being dedicated to meeting our customers' environmental goals. In the United States, Tradebe Environmental Services has 30 sites and serves customers from a broad range of markets, from petrochemicals to aerospace and hospitals, with unparalleled safety and quality standards.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Regional People and Culture Manager, you will act as a credible business-oriented solution provider and trusted partner in relation to people, culture, and human resources needs. You will be involved with the talent agenda, employee experience, union needs, compensation reviews, employee relations, investigations, and succession planning for your respective area. Operating day-to-day as part of the plant leadership teams the ideal candidate will be able to think both operationally and strategically. You will take responsibility for driving people outcomes you should be a doer, problem solver, team builder, and an effective communicator with a passion for serving others.

This is a hybrid position will require up to 30% travel to both processing plants and service stations. Travel will vary based on business need.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of safety by prioritizing and ensuring compliance with all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and ensure company compliance with Federal and State legislation.
• Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to affect continual improvements in efficiency of local department and services performed.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships to build morale and increase production and retention.
• Assist in the development and administration of various human resources plans and procedures for local personnel.
• Conduct interviews, onboarding, new-employee orientations and exit interviews.
• Analyze metrics and provide recommendation and action to the business.
• Act as a resource to employees regarding benefits programs such as life, health, and dental insurance, vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and employee assistance.
• Oversee and manage company leave of absence program (FMLA, LOA, WC, STD, LTD).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field required.
• Experience with SAP - SuccessFactors preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of human resource experience required.
• Experience in a Union Environment preferred.
• Strong conflict management skills.
• Analytical and goal-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess a high level of professionalism and always maintain confidentiality.
• Effectively envision, develop, and implement new strategies to address competitive, complex business issues.
• Manage multiple conflicting priorities.
• Must be self-directed and motivated.
• Must take initiative to identify and anticipate client needs and make recommendations for implementation.

Why Tradebe is Right for You!

• Student loan repayment assistance
• Generous vacation and sick plans
• Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
• 401k Retirement match
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings accounts (HSA)
• Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
• Leadership opportunities
• Great work environment and culture
• And MORE!

Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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