HR Business Partner III

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Nikkiso ACD is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in machinery designed to operate at cryogenic temperatures as low as – 420 degrees Fahrenheit, the boiling point of Liquid hydrogen. For over 50 years, Nikkiso ACD has specialized in centrifugal and reciprocating pumps as well as turbines for air separation. Nikkiso ACD has the most diversified product line in the industry covering nearly every application requiring pumps or turboexpanders.

This position is based at Nikkiso ACD, LLC, located in Santa Ana, CA. 

The Human Resources Business Partner will serve as a liaison between management, the human resources department, and employees to develop, enact, and monitor human resources initiatives and programs across business lines. This is a highly dynamic role, balancing direct oversight of HR efforts and employee relations with long-term strategic direction and implementation of employee hiring and retention plans to enhance business performance and profitability.

The HRBP serves as a key member of the management team and responsible for aligning HR practices with business objectives.  The position serves as an advisor to management and employees on all HR topics. The HRBP will be an employee champion who assesses and anticipates HR-related needs, communicates proactively, and seeks to develop integrated solutions. The position fosters partnerships to deliver value-added service and support.  This position will report to the General Manager with dotted line to the VP, Human Resources.

We are seeking an experienced HR leader who is committed to working collaboratively, with integrity and enthusiasm, to create an outstanding employment experience.  This is a challenging role with an emphasis on growth, talent & management development, retention, and an opportunity to demonstrate the ‘HR Value Proposition’! If you are committed to working with integrity and enthusiasm to better organizational processes and create an optimal work experience for employees, then this job is for you.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Administers various human resource plans and procedures; maintains compliance with federal, state and local employment and benefits laws and regulations.
• Consult regularly with management and provide guidance when appropriate.
• Participate in job fairs and recruiting efforts to identify and educate applicants about job openings; collaborate with departmental managers to understand hiring needs.
• Oversee new employee orientation, including the creation of building access (if required) and setting up personal records and intranet access.
• Provide training for new employees regarding company policies, confidentiality requirements, payroll structures and the specifications and details of respective benefits packages.
• Analyze industry data to create payroll structures that accurately reflect an employee’s experience, daily responsibilities and level of management; use benchmarking data to verify that salaries are competitive with what other companies are offering.
• Coordinate benefits packages and ensure that employees understand how to use their benefits to eliminate under-utilized resources or misunderstandings.
• Assists with processing of terminations; outplacement counseling and exit interviewing.
• Mediate and resolve employee relations issues; conduct thorough and objective investigations when necessary.
• Assists with the preparation and management of the performance review process.
• Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars.
• Report and present regularly to executive management to assess how effectively human resource initiatives are enabling organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the human resources department to develop policies, programs, and solutions.
• Undertake all responsibilities with a superior commitment to ethical practices, integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Seven to ten years’ experience in human resources leadership
• Hands on experience with talent programs and initiatives is preferred
• HR certification preferred
• Proven expertise in relationship management

Competencies

• Project manager
• Talent leader
• Development coach
• Relationship manager
• Organized and drives work to closure
• Credible & knowledgeable advisor
• Flexible collaborator
• Problem-solver
• Detail oriented and highly accurate
• Excellent communicator, both verbal & written

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position supervises site HR and administrative staff.

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, may be accepted.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, photocopiers and smartphones.

Salary: $80,000 - $110,000 per year, plus generous annual bonus.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases Group companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.