Human Resources Business Partner

Overview

As a People Experience Partner, you'll be a trusted advisor and collaborative partner, working alongside the Chief People Officer, leaders, and teammates at our Augusta, GA Campus to drive engagement, development, and culture.

Duties

• Partner with Operational Leaders to ensure needs are met, performance goals are set, and teammates are developed and empowered to succeed.
• Partner with hiring managers to attract, interview, and onboard great people who align with our values and bring strong skills and passion to the team.
• Lead engaging new hire orientations, deliver recognition programs, and strengthen our culture of appreciation.
• Provide guidance in core HR programs including compensation, benefits, leave, performance, and development, always with a focus on fairness, transparency, and care.
• Listen with empathy, solve challenges, and provide proactive guidance on people-related matters.
• Support investigations, ensure compliance, and uphold our commitment to respect and fairness.
• Foster a high-performance, values-driven, learning-focused environment where teammates thrive personally and professionally.
• Ensure compliance with all labor laws and regulations, maintaining and updating policies according to current legislative requirements.
• Maintain personnel records, oversee HR audits, and implement corrective actions when necessary.

People Experience & Engagement

• Execute an outstanding team member experience from payroll to benefits, establishing our brand as an employer of choice.
• Champion a consistent and compelling employee experience from onboarding to offboarding.
• Demonstrate expertise in overseeing payroll and HRM tools and technology, optimizing payroll and benefits efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with members of the People Experience Team and serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees on policies, programs, and practices.
• Drive the execution of an innovative, cost-effective people engagement and experience plan, leveraging HRM and data tools to drive insights, automation, and scalability.

People Operations & Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on policies, programs, and practices.
• Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture through payroll and benefits initiatives, recognition programs, and open communication channels.
• Partner with leaders across the organization to drive a consistent and people-first approach.
• Maintain personnel records, oversee HR audits, and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of employment law, labor regulations, and best practices in HR management.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, payroll software, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to leverage data in decision-making.
• Commitment to people-centered leadership and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and people skills, able to build trust and rapport with employees at all levels.
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities, capable of motivating and developing staff.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, with attention to detail and follow-through.

Required Years of Experience:

3-5 years of progressive experience in HR roles, with at least 2+ years in an HR capacity.

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

• Prior experience partnering with operational or field-based teams in a logistics, warehousing, or distribution environment.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Professional HR certification (e.g., PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred; not required for this role.

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person