Work on the 1-million sq. ft. factory is now under way on the 400-acre site. It will be the company’s second largest plant, rivalled only by JCB’s world headquarters in Rocester, Staffordshire, England, and create 1,500 new jobs over five years. The factory will make Loadall telescopic handlers and aerial access equipment, with production scheduled to start in 2026. The factory will also have the capacity to expand and build other products in the future.
Company Profile
80 years and countless innovations later, JCB is the world’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. At 23 plants spanning four continents—and countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, India and Brazil—JCB manufactures a range of more than 300 products including telescopic handlers, backhoeloaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, Accessaerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.
JCB people are at the heart of our business and as a family-owned business we answer to our customers, not a group of shareholders. That freedom allows us to concentrate on developing the latest technologies and incorporating them into our equipment. We focus on what our customer needs on the jobsite – a machine that holds up in the toughest environment and increases their productivity.
At JCB, we stand behind our products – and our name.
Position Purpose
Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Business Partner (HRBP) supports HR initiatives and provides day‑to‑day HR partnership to business leaders within the San Antonio facility. This role works closely with another HRBP and serves as a trusted advisor to operations, helping drive employee engagement, compliance, workforce development, and organizational effectiveness.
The HRBP plays a hands‑on role in employee relations, talent acquisition support, performance management, training coordination, and HR program execution. This position requires strong communication skills, the ability to build relationships, and a proactive approach to supporting managers and employees.
Position Type
Full Time, Exempt
Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
Employee Relations
- Manage and support employee relations matters including investigations, conflict resolution, policy interpretation, and coaching for leaders.
- Partner with the HR Manager on sensitive or complex ER cases requiring escalation.
- Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
Performance Management
- Provide day‑to‑day guidance to supervisors and managers on performance conversations, coaching, disciplinary actions, development plans, and goal setting.
- Assist in the coordination and communication of performance review processes.
Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Support
- Partner with talent acquisition on resume screening, interview participation, selection processes, and candidate experience.
- Support workforce planning and staffing needs through regular communication with operational leaders.
Training & Development
- Coordinate and deliver HR‑related training sessions for front‑line leaders and employees.
- Support implementation and measurement of manufacturing learning and development programs.
- Identify skills gaps and partner with leaders to support continuous development initiatives.
HR Program Implementation
- Support rollout of HR initiatives including engagement programs, policy updates, recognition programs, and culture‑building activities.
- Ensure HR programs and business objectives are aligned and applied consistently.
Compliance & HR Operations
- Ensure compliance with federal/state employment laws, company policies, and audit requirements.
- Partner with HR Administrator(s) to maintain accurate HR data, documentation, and reporting.
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure all processes follow HR best practices.
Data & Reporting
- Analyze HR data to identify trends related to engagement, turnover, hiring, and employee relations.
- Prepare reports and provide insights to leaders to support decision‑making.
Process Improvement
- Collaborate with operations and supervisors to strengthen processes related to retention, performance, productivity, safety, and communication.
- Recommend HR process improvements that enhance efficiency and employee experience.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
- 2–5 years of HR experience, preferably in manufacturing or an industrial environment.
- Experience in employee relations, talent acquisition support, and HR program execution.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of HR fundamentals including employment law, employee relations, recruiting support, and HR operations.
- Ability to analyze data and communicate meaningful insights.
- Effective communicator who adapts messaging for different audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset.
- Ability to coach leaders and facilitate development conversations.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail in data entry, documentation, and process execution.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software
- Comfortable in an in-person office environment
- Technical competence is a plus
- Must be customer service oriented, flexible, and have a high energy level
- Must have excellent follow-through skills
- Must have a professional, polished, and sophisticated demeanor and be comfortable in most social settings
- Must be open to domestic and international travel
- Desire and proven ability to learn and grow
Job Conditions
- Both office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory environment
- Subject to noise and temperature changes
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
- Sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
- The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
JCB is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.
JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.
Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
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Administration/Support
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Salary