HR Business Partner

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.

job purpose: The Human Resources Business Partner provides strategic leadership and support in functional areas of Human Resources including recruitment, employment, employee relations, job evaluation, benefits administration, employee development, training, and special projects. This position serves as a strategic and tactical business partner to the plant leadership team.

responsibilities:

• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the operations team to assist in developing solutions, programs, and policies
• Work closely with leaders and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, support employee development and increase productivity and retention
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation with knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations ensuring compliance
• Maintain HR Information System records, payroll records, and compile reports from database
• Provide assistance with the evaluation of compensation and make appropriate recommendations
• Coach management in various HR activities such as recruitment, terminations, promotions, performance reviews, and policy training
• Develop and oversee practices to recognize, reward, and appreciate employees
• Lead a small team of human resources professionals

• Build strong relationships with corporate supply chain leaders and regularly engage site-based partners through scheduled touchpoints and periodic visits, as needed.

• Partner with leadership to shape the people strategy aligned to business priorities  and operating model.
• Support in leading organization design and workforce planning across functions  including capability mapping and succession depth.
• Drive leadership and team effectiveness by coaching leaders on performance management, feedback, development plans, and creating clarity of roles and accountabilities.
• Provide employee relations guidance (investigations, policy interpretation, respectful workplace) and partner with site HR to ensure consistent standards across the network.
• Support annual talent processes (goal setting, performance and calibration, succession planning) and ensure outcomes connect to capability building and business results.

skills/qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or related experience
• 3-5 years of relevant experience
• HRIS experience required, ADP preferred
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations
• Proven record of implementing processes and change management
• Thorough knowledge of plant procedures and policies

• HR Certifications, preferred
• Strong recruitment experience
• Disciplined problem-solving methodology with an ability to find the root cause of issues
• Experience implementing programs that get business results for the group they served

how fairlife nourishes you:

At fairlife, we believe in better — and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and wellbeing resources designed to support you physically, emotionally, socially, and financially, both in and out of work.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one!
• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance)
• Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance
• Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000)
• Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support
• 401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match
• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
• Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential
• Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups

fairlife’s nour!sh program is designed to meet you where you are — supporting your individual wellbeing journey while enabling you to do your best work every day.

position location: Chicago, IL

reports to: Director, People & Culture

travel requirements: 10%

exempt/nonexempt: Exempt

fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email careers@fairlife.com.

For Recruitment AgenciesAt fairlife, we manage the majority of our hiring internally through our dedicated Talent Acquisition team, which is actively engaged in direct candidate sourcing. Most of our roles are filled through applications submitted via our careers site or through direct outreach by our team.