People Business Partner

Orbia Advance Corporation is a Purpose-led company with big aspirations. We are out to advance life around the world while maximizing value to our shareholders, customers and employees. The Company is passionate about the topics that define how people will live and thrive tomorrow: the future of cities, buildings, agriculture, and materials. Orbia Advance Corporation has five business groups which offer innovative solutions across multiple industries including building and infrastructure, data communications, chemicals and more. In 2018, Orbia Advance Corporation bought a majority stake in Israeli-based Netafim, the world's leader in drip irrigation, and is helping the world 'grow more with less' as it helps to solve food and water scarcity. Orbia Advance Corporation has operations in 41 countries with more than 22,000 employees.

We started as a producer of commodities and have evolved to become a provider of innovative solutions that address the global issues of rapid urbanization, water and food scarcity, and a growing and aging population. We're already a global leader in Polymers, Fluor, Building & Infrastructure, Datacom, and Precision Irrigation. We have embarked on a CEO-led transformation, as part of our journey to become a truly purpose-led, future fit company.

At Orbia, purpose is what draws us together and drives us every single day. Everywhere we are, we are thinking big and working smart to solve some of the toughest challenges.

This is where your abilities can be developed. Where your ambitions can be realized. Where you can own your part in our transformation. Where you can find a diverse, global community of teammates who are making a difference with you. And where you'll be taken care of as you take care of bringing purpose to life.

Polymer Solutions (Vestolit), an Orbia business, is looking for a People Business Partner to support our business office in Avon Lake, OH

Job Summary/ Purpose

The People Business Partner will provide comprehensive generalist human resources service to managers and employees at all levels across our business office and plant site(s).
You will lead the People function projects and processes, ensuring they are implemented in line with required timelines and protocols, and administer all Total Reward packages, including benefits and payroll, to employees across all locations. You will be the liaison between other companies in US for overall benefits and payroll.

Main Responsibilities

• To manage the Vestolit US (MSR) business and the site's operational HR priorities on a day-to-day basis, supporting the Regional Business Director, Specialty Resins, Americas
• Work closely with leaders and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
• Collaborate with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that support organizational goals
• Provide guidance on workforce planning, talent management, and succession planning
• Act as a key advisor on employee relations, ensuring fair and consistent application of company policies
• Partner with leadership to enhance employee engagement and foster a culture of inclusion and continuous improvement
• Utilize HR analytics to provide data-driven insights and recommendations
• Drive performance management processes to ensure employee development and accountability
• Support change management initiatives, including restructuring, mergers, or workforce transitions
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulations, and company policies
• Coaching and supporting managers with their leadership and management to effectively develop capability and high performance within their teams
• Provide information, resources and employment advice for employees and management in all aspects of human resources, and to contribute with timely solutions, options, and recommendations in line with best practice
• To develop, coordinate, and implement Company Policies and Procedures, ensuring legal compliance, good practice, and 'best fit' to achieve business strategy
• To drive and deliver HR and improvement projects, ensuring outcomes are aligned with the business strategy and legislation
• To initiate and influence change management programs
• Managing the recruitment process for all manpower needs, including interviewing and supporting managers in effective selection
• Ensuring employees receive full formal induction plans, conducting business overview and induction presentations where required to ensure effective communication of the business and management systems, utilising the tools and resources available
• Coaching of managers through the annual talent and succession planning, performance, and merit cycles, providing guidance and coaching on these processes
• To create and deliver on Talent Acquisition/Development plans with senior teams in accordance with Succession Planning strategies
• Manage payroll/ manpower budgets for both US sites, including any changes, analysis, etc
• Maintain the accuracy of HRIS and the performance review database, which contains employment, salary, and benefits history
• Communicates and conducts employee Health and Welfare benefits, including analysis and open Enrollment
• Work within the HR budget, ensuring costs are kept to a minimum, e.g., recruitment
• Regular updates and monitoring of KPIs, analyzing trends, and reporting as required
• Work collaboratively with the wider People Function Teams in other business groups and within Vestolit Global, and at an Orbia Corporate level
• Travel as required between Vestolit and Alphagary US sites, and on occasion to other business groups or plants

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience gained in an international manufacturing sector or similar industry.
• Minimum 10 years' experience working as a Business Partner in generalist human resources roles.
• Prior experience of having worked in a multi-site environment

Knowledge/ Experience Required

• Up to date knowledge of US Human Resources legislation and best practice gained within a manufacturing or similar industry
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and HRIS software

Behaviors that can help you succeed at Orbia:

• Develop yourself & Others.
• Foster Collaboration & Inclusion
• Drive Results
• Provide Vision & Direction

The compensation package may also include short and long-term incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, parental leave, short- and long-term disability leave, and an employee assistance program. At Orbia, we are committed to taking care of our employees and believe in providing comprehensive support so you can thrive at work and home.

We welcome purpose-driven dreamers, doers, and builders, recognizing that it takes difference to make a difference. If you're ready to bring your skills, talents, and perspective to moving your career, the company, people, and the planet forward, we'd like to hear from you.

We believe that every voice matters; every community deserves respect; and every challenge is an opportunity and united by empathy, we are stronger for our different perspectives. We are dedicated to building a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that supports the needs of all our employees regardless of their role, location, identity, and background.

Our Global brands: Dura-Line, Koura Global, Vestolit, Netafim, Alphagary, Wavin.

They offer a broad range of value added solutions and finished products that contribute to customers' success and ultimate improve the quality of life for people around the world. Along its commitment to good citizenship, Orbia Advance Corporation delivers Total Value to customers, employees and investors worldwide, every day.