Position Summary:

The HR Business Partner is a business-minded, dynamic HR professional who will support HR functions including Associate relations, talent management, performance management, Associate engagement and a high-performing work culture.

This person must be results-oriented and partnership focused with an approach that is responsive and aligned with business strategies. In addition, this role will be instrumental in facilitating an Associate -oriented, high performing, diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with Associates and management in designated business units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and Associates that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition.

Essential Position Duties:

• Partner with the departmental leaders of businesses they support on various strategic initiatives such as organization engagement and culture, transformation and business restructures, workforce planning, performance management and succession planning, etc.
• Proactively partners with management and oversees the movement of talent across the organization including intra-company transfers (ICT program).
• Provides guidance and coaching to Associates concerning Associate engagement, performance management, career development, talent assessment and retention. 
• Identifies opportunities for improvement to the Associate experience and partners with leaders to develop and implement innovative solutions.
• Support Talent Acquisition Partners in managing the life-cycle of the recruitment process to include: working with hiring managers to identify the required knowledge, skills and abilities, and the sourcing and recruiting, screening, and hiring of successful candidates.
• Involved in policy and program creation to attract, retain, and promote a diverse workforce.
• Partner with business leaders to identify training needs for Associates. Follows up to ensure Associates are trained.
• Work with business leaders on leadership coaching and development.
• Conduct training needs assessments and recommend training programs to the Training and Development Team.
• Resolve employee relations matters by providing guidance and coaching to leaders and associates. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Facilitate conflict-resolution measures and corrective action/discipline processes as needed.
• Conduct HR orientation program that introduces organizational policies, procedures, organizational culture and facilitates staff retention for new Associates.
• Lead and facilitate the off-boarding process; conduct exit interviews with Associates.
• Manage the annual performance review process and provide ongoing support on performance management.
• Communicate health and wellness, retirement and other benefits programs provided by TMH.
• Lead TMH’s annual merit and bonus process. Make recommendations to ensure compensation strategy aligns with the organization's performance-based culture and also remains competitive with relevant external markets.
• Lead and execute Succession Management activities on behalf of TMH.
• Monitor workplace practices to ensure full compliance with all applicable employment laws; provide guidance and interpretation of existing policies as needed.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Interpret TMH policies and communicate changes/additions throughout the organization.
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Manages job and organizational structures in partnership with the business.
• Creates departmental competency matrices in partnership with the business.
• Utilizes tools such as career mapping/competency matrix to define career paths and development of Associates.
• Maintain compliance systems and records such as e-verify and i-9 requirements.
• Track temporary associate information in ADP.
• Communicate and recommend recognition program usage within TMH.
• Oversee job shadow program.
• Advises associates and managers on the organization's leave programs, including maternity or paternity leave, medical or disability leave, military leave, or unpaid leave.
• Manage reasonable accommodation processes to include ADA, PWFA, etc.
• Utilize and maintain HRIS with accurate employee records.
• Preserves confidentiality of Associate information.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Communications, Organizational Leadership, Business Administration or related field required.
• Highly developed written communication skills, verbal communication skills and conflict resolution skills are a must (particularly dealing with people of diverse cultural and international backgrounds).
• Ability to show initiative and work within a busy environment with conflicting priorities.
• Able to observe strict confidentiality in all aspects of services provided.
• Flexible work ethic to meet varying workload demands of the position.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of ADP or other HRIS systems.
• Excellence in organization and time management; attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly.
• Professional, positive, confident and energetic attitude.
• Must be a team-player who enjoys working in a collaborative work environment
• Commitment to lifelong learning and process improvement
• Ability to convey complex information in an understandable format

What You’ll Get in Return:
Toyota Material Handling offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

• Generous Salary + Bonus Program
• Low Cost Medical with FREE Dental & FREE Vision Insurance
• FREE On-site Medical Center
• FREE On-site Gym Membership
• 401k Matching
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Allotment
• Between 13-14 Paid Holidays
• New Parent Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement

About Toyota Material Handling

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Let Toyota take your career to new heights. Toyota Material Handling provides employees with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through innovation and creativity in an unmatched culture.

Based in Columbus, Indiana, Toyota offers a full line of high-quality material handling equipment sold under the Toyota brand for over 50 years. We hire great people from a wide array of backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes Toyota Material Handling stronger. We seek individuals committed to excellence with talent, skill and innovation. We offer a generous salary and benefits package with a pleasant and enthusiastic work environment.

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Affirmative Action Responsibility:

As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to individuals with disabilities to interview and to perform the essential functions of a role. It is Toyota Material Handling’s policy to afford equal employment and advancement opportunity for all qualified individuals without distinction or discrimination because of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.