Position Title: Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), Operations
About Us
Schweid & Sons is a family-owned and operated premium ground beef company with a proud heritage spanning four generations. We supply top-quality beef to Retail, Foodservice, and National Account customers across the U.S. and are committed to quality, customer service, and innovation in protein manufacturing.
The Role
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), Operations supports our Carlstadt, NJ manufacturing facility by partnering with Operations leaders and employees across multiple shifts.
This role is both tactical and strategic, responsible for day-to-day employee relations and compliance while also contributing to workforce planning, performance management, and engagement initiatives.
The HRBP maintains strong floor presence, builds trust with a unionized and non-union workforce, and supports leaders in driving accountability and performance.
Spanish fluency is required to effectively support our diverse workforce.
What You’ll Do
Employee & Labor Relations
- Serve as the primary HR contact for NJ Operations employees and managers.
- Support union communication and grievance processes.
- Conduct workplace investigations and document findings thoroughly and objectively.
- Provide guidance on performance management, corrective action, and policy interpretation.
- Address employee concerns promptly and fairly while maintaining consistency.
Operations Support
- Maintain daily presence on the production floor to build trust and stay connected to workforce dynamics.
- Partner with supervisors on attendance trends, turnover concerns, and employee engagement matters.
- Collaborate with Safety on incident reporting and return-to-work coordination.
- Support onboarding, transfers, and separations in coordination with HR team members.
Compliance & Administration
- Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local labor laws, collective bargaining requirements, and company policies.
- Maintain accurate documentation and employee records in HR systems.
- Provide backup payroll support as needed to ensure operational continuity.
- Partner with operations leaders on temporary workforce coordination and timekeeping matters.
Data & Continuous Improvement
- Track and analyze metrics such as turnover, attendance, headcount, and employee relations trends.
- Identify patterns and recommend practical improvements to strengthen retention and engagement.
- Plan and manage engagement initiatives and employee recognition programs within the facility.
What You Bring
Must-Haves
- 3–5 years of progressive HRBP or HR Generalist experience in a manufacturing, plant, warehouse, or food production environment.
- Experience supporting unionized workforces or exposure to labor relations.
- Experience handling employee relations matters and workplace investigations.
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish (verbal and written).
- Working knowledge of employment law and compliance requirements.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (data tracking, reporting, pivot tables, and basic formulas) and PowerPoint for presentations and business communications
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Nice-To-Haves
- Experience in food manufacturing.
- Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now.
- Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, etc.).
- Employee training course design and facilitation
Core Competencies
- Trusted Partner - Builds credibility through responsiveness, fairness, and consistency.
- Operational Awareness - Understands plant dynamics and supports leaders in aligning people practices with production needs.
- Sound Judgment - Applies policies consistently and makes balanced decisions under pressure.
- Data & Detail Orientation - Uses workforce metrics and maintains accurate records.
- Inclusive Communicator - Communicates clearly across languages, roles, and shifts. including presentation skills, and ability to influence and partner effectively across all levels of the organization.
What We Offer
- Base Salary: The expected compensation for this role is $89,000 - $106,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be discussed during the interview process.
- Bonus Program: This position is bonus incentive eligible
- Time Off: PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
- Health Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, and voluntary disability benefits
- Financial Benefits: 401(k) + employer match, Health FSA and Dependent FSA
Work Environment
This is an onsite role located in Carlstadt, NJ. The HRBP is expected to maintain daily presence on the operations floor, including in refrigerated production environment.
The standard schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Flexibility is required to support multiple shifts, business needs, and occasional engagement events
Our Culture
At Schweid & Sons, our culture is built on our core values: Trust, Respect, Innovation, Passion, and Pride. We believe in creating an environment where people can collaborate, contribute ideas, and grow their careers while delivering the very best burger experience to our customers. Joining our team means becoming part of a company that values its people as much as its product.
Equal Opportunity & Accommodations
At Schweid & Sons we believe that to build the best team, we must hire using an objective lens. We are committed to fair hiring practices where we hire people for their potential and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As such, we do not discriminate or make decisions based on your race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let your recruiter know how we can make your interview process work best for you.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization changes.