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As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com. Position Overview: The HR Business Partner (HRBP) supports business and workforce outcomes by aligning people strategies with operational goals across the North America region, with primary responsibility for the Michigan Center manufacturing plant. This role serves as a strategic advisor to leaders and a trusted resource for employees in a unionized manufacturing environment. The HRBP partners closely with leaders, union representatives, and HR colleagues to deliver compliant, data-informed, and people-centered solutions.
Job Responsibility
Partner with site and regional leaders to implement HR strategies aligned to business objectives and operational priorities
Serve as an advisor on employee relations matters including performance management, conflict resolution, investigations, and corrective action
Build and maintain effective labor relationships
administer collective bargaining agreements and participate in union negotiations
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, safety regulations, and union contract requirements
Support workforce planning, organizational design, and succession planning to meet current and future talent needs
Partner with Talent Acquisition to support recruitment strategies and effective onboarding aligned with business and diversity goals
Analyze HR metrics (e.g., turnover, engagement, labor trends) and provide actionable recommendations to leadership
Lead or support initiatives that improve employee engagement, retention, inclusion, and workplace culture.
Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Experience: 9 or more years of progressive HR experience, including at least 7 years supporting a unionized manufacturing workforce
Experience: Demonstrated involvement in labor relations activities, including grievance handling and collective bargaining
Skills: Ability to advise leaders using clearly documented policies, data insights, and employment law principles
Work Authorization: Authorization to work in the United States with the ability to travel regionally up to 5–10%.
Nice to have
Education: Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Experience: Prior experience serving as an HR Business Partner supporting multiple manufacturing sites
Skills: Experience using HR analytics, employee survey data, and workforce metrics to drive measurable improvements
Certifications: Professional HR certification (e.g., PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP).