Cambrex
Human Resources Business Partner
US-IA-Charles City
Job ID: 2026-4935
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Human Resources
Cambrex - Charles City
Overview
The HRBP position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The position serves as a consultant to management on human resource-related issues. The successful HRBP acts as an employee champion and change agent. The role assesses and anticipates HR-related needs and communicates needs proactively within the HR department and business management. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with HR leadership to develop solutions, programs and policies.
- Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
- Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g. coaching, counseling, disciplinary actions)
- Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention.
- Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
- Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.
- Drives execution of departmental initiatives including those tied to benefits and compensation administration, and those in support of other departments.
Qualifications / Skills
- Self-directed with proven organizational skills and attention to detail, including the ability to effectively handle multiple, concurrent projects and meet aggressive deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of sensitive and confidential issues.
- Excellent ability to think proactively, anticipate business needs and drive solutions.
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
- Strong Emotional Intelligence skills to increase your own and others’ success
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field and five (5) years’ related experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of state and federal employment laws relating to key areas of policy, benefits and HR.
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification a plus.
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