HRBP - Pilot Plant Network (PPN)
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Description
The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as the primary Human Resources advisor to leaders and employees within the Pilot Plant Network (PPN) Business Unit. This role builds strong relationships with managers, provides strategic and operational HR support, and partners closely with People Operations to deliver consistent, reliable employee experiences. The HRBP provides guidance in workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, organizational design, and manager capability. The HRBP helps ensure that the business unit’s talent priorities are executed effectively and aligned with BioMADE’s mission, strategy, and enterprise operating model.
Business Partnership
- Serve as the dedicated HR advisor to leaders within PPN, building trust-based relationships that enable effective coaching and aligned decision-making.
- Support organizational planning by partnering with leaders on role design, job scoping, workforce forecasting, and growth planning.
- Provide guidance on department-specific talent needs and escalate workforce or staffing risks appropriately.
Employee Relations & Manager Support
- Provide day-to-day HR support, including performance coaching, corrective action guidance, conflict resolution, and interpretation of policies and procedures.
- Conduct or support investigations related to employee concerns, partnering with the Director of People as needed.
- Deliver manager support for performance conversations, development planning, and compensation discussions.
Talent Planning & Acquisition Partnership
- Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers to ensure clarity on role needs, competencies, and selection criteria.
- Support interview processes for PPN roles and collaborate with TA on offer calibration and hiring decisions.
- Assist leaders with workforce planning tied to business objectives and future staffing needs.
Onboarding & Engagement
- Coordinate with People Operations to ensure new hires receive high-quality onboarding experiences tailored to the needs of PPN.
- Engage new employees early in their tenure, conduct check-ins, and assist managers with integration plans.
- Support engagement initiatives, team development, and culture-building efforts within the business unit.
Performance & Development
- Facilitate performance review and career conversations processes for assigned departments.
- Help managers identify development opportunities, training needs, and skill gaps within their teams.
- Partner with internal stakeholders on learning paths and role-based competency needs.
Policy, Compliance & HR Operations Partnership
- Ensure the business unit complies with BioMADE policies, employment laws, and labor practices across multiple states.
- Partner closely with People Operations to maintain accurate job data, organizational charts, personnel files, and HRIS information.
- Support implementation of enterprise HR programs, including compensation changes, benefits processes, required training, and HR reporting.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Serve as the liaison between PPN and People Operations, Talent Acquisition, Legal, Finance, and other enterprise functions for HR-related matters.
- Escalate systemic issues or cross-functional needs to People Operations or the Director of People to ensure consistent enterprise-wide solutions.
Other Duties
- Participate in department-wide and organization-wide projects and initiatives.
- Support continuous improvement of HR programs and processes.
- Handle other responsibilities as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of HR generalist or HRBP experience required; experience supporting technical, manufacturing, advisory, or multidisciplinary departments preferred.
- Experience in a multi-site, multi-state manufacturing environment preferred. Experience with California labor law a plus but not required.
- Strong working knowledge of employment laws across multiple states.
- Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and coach managers effectively.
- Experience navigating sensitive employee relations matters with sound judgment.
- Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and propose actionable solutions.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving organization.
- Proficiency with HRIS platforms; UKG experience preferred.
- SHRM‑CP/PHR or SHRM‑SCP/SPHR strongly preferred.
BioMADE recognizes the importance of a happy and healthy staff that maintains a good work/life balance. BioMADE provides a comprehensive suite of health insurances, supplemental benefits, and paid time off to all regular full-time employees as outlined below. New employees become eligible for most benefits on the first day of the month following their hire date.
- 100% Employer paid options for medical insurance for BioMADE employees. Low-cost buy-up options also available.
- Generous cost-sharing for medical insurance for spouse and child(ren).
- Health Savings Account option for medical insurance.
- 100% Employer paid Dental and Vision insurance for BioMADE employees.
- Low-cost Dental insurance for spouse/child(ren) and with child ortho coverage.
- 100% employer paid Vision for employee, and spouse/child(ren) coverage.
- Section 125 Flexible Spending Plan options for Medical, Dependent Care, and Commuter Pre-Tax benefits.
- 100% Employer paid Life insurance with a 1x Annual Salary for Exempt staff and a Flat $50,000 benefit for hourly staff.
- 100% Employer paid Short Term Disability insurance and low-cost Voluntary Long Term Disability insurance available.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% match on plan compensation (no vesting period!).
- Discretionary Incentive Plan based on organizational and individual performance.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that begins to accrue from your hire date.
- 13 Paid holidays, including a winter break between Christmas Eve Day and New Year’s Day.
- Paid Parental Leave- Up to 8 weeks of paid leave for new parents.
- Full access to LinkedIn Learning’s Suite for professional development.
- Hybrid Work Policy for most positions; Stipend for Internet and personal cell phone use.
- Free Parking.
- Casual Dress Code.
- Free snacks and beverages at CA and MN office locations.
- Fun on and off-site employee activities sponsored by the Employee Engagement Committee
- On site gym access
- Pet Friendly office space