HR Business Partner

Location: Salisbury, MD, US, 21801

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic. Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products – engineered components and subsystems – for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.

Summary: As a Human Resources Business Partner at Microwave Products Group – K&L Microwave in Salisbury, MD, you will be responsible for working closely with business leaders and employees to understand needs, provide HR expertise, and implement strategies that support organizational success. The HRBP is responsible for delivering value-added service to management and employees while focusing on strategic alignment, talent management, and organizational development.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement HR strategies that align with business objectives, working closely with senior leadership.
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, succession planning, and performance management to ensure the right talent is in the right roles. Ensure employees are aware of other opportunities to grow within the organization.
• Address employee concerns, resolve conflicts, and foster a positive work environment.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues. Conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations. Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Support organizational change initiatives, implement new policies, and improve processes.
• Analyze data to identify trends, make data-driven recommendations, and improve HR practices.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulations, and industry standards. Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partner with the legal department as needed/required.
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Manage compensation and benefits programs to attract and retain talent. Provide guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Identify training needs and participate in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follow up to ensure training objectives are met.

Knowledge, skills and abilities strongly preferred include:

• Business Acumen: Understanding of the business, industry, and market dynamics.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to build relationships, influence others, and communicate effectively.
• Problem-solving and Analytical Skills: Ability to identify issues, analyze data, and develop solutions.
• Leadership and Coaching: Ability to coach managers and employees in HR practices and development.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term HR strategies.

Requirements Include:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration or related field
• 5+ Years of progressive HR experience required
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Previous HRIS experience required, SAP or Workday preferred
• Strong organizational skills
• Intermediate or above MS Office skills, specifically Excel
• High level of confidentiality required
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills
• SHRM or HRCI certification preferred
• Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision

Benefits of joining our team!

• Paid vacation and sick time
• Up to 10 paid holidays/year
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, subject to applicable premium deductions
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance – 100% company paid
• Other ancillary insurance options available
• 401(k) retirement account with matching MPG contributions & profit sharing potential up to 3% of base salary (if applicable)
• Educational Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Pay Range: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 annually

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year (based on schedule worked), paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition reimbursement, business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services.

Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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