Human Resources Business Parter

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At Vallourec, we are seeking individuals whose passion and dedication match the strength and resilience of the steel we produce. The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic partner to plant and operations leadership within a large steel pipe manufacturing environment. This role aligns HR initiatives with business objectives to drive workforce performance, employee engagement, safety culture and compliance.

Your Role at a Glance

- Partner closely with plant and functional leaders to support operational objectives, productivity targets, and cost-control initiatives.

- Translate business strategy into actionable HR initiatives that strengthen workforce effectiveness, leadership capability, and organizational readiness.

- Drive succession planning and talent readiness for critical operational and leadership roles.

- Utilize workforce data, HR metrics, and insights to identify trends, assess risk, and recommend improvement opportunities.

- Partner with Talent Acquisition to develop and execute recruitment strategies for skilled trades, engineering, operations, and leadership roles.

- Support onboarding, engagement, retention strategies, and career development to enhance employee experience and reduce turnover.

- Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders on employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective action, discipline, and conflict resolution.

- Ensure fair, consistent, and legally compliant application of company policies, procedures, and labor agreements.

- Maintain accurate and timely HR documentation and employee records in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements.

- Reinforce a strong safety culture by partnering with EHS and operations leadership to promote accountability and compliance.

- Support diversity, equity, inclusion, and respectful workplace initiatives that foster an inclusive and high-performing culture.

- Assist with benefits communication and respond to employee inquiries as needed.

- Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations, including OSHA, FLSA, FMLA, ADA, and EEOC requirements.

- Partner with internal stakeholders to proactively identify and mitigate compliance risks.

What Sets You Apart

We’re looking for individuals who bring the right mix of experience, mindset, and motivation:

- BA/BS degree in Human Resources, Business, or comparable field

- 5-7 years exempt level HR experience in an industrial / manufacturing setting preferred

- HR certification desired (PHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP)

- Strong working knowledge of employment law, employee relations and HR best practices

- Experience partnering with operations leadership in a fast-paced environment

- Experience in steel, metals, heavy manufacturing or industrial production

- Labor relations experience

- Business acumen and operational understanding

- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills

- Sound judgement and confidentiality

- Change management capability

- Data-driven decision making

What Success Looks Like in This Role

- Leaders view you as a trusted, proactive partner who adds value beyond transactional HR support.

- You demonstrate a strong problem-solving mindset—proactively identifying issues, assessing root causes, and partnering with leaders to implement practical, sustainable solutions.

- Employee relations matters are handled consistently, fairly, and in compliance with policy and law.

- The plant has strong succession plans and a clear pipeline of future talent.

- Workforce data is used to inform decisions and improve outcomes.

- A culture of safety, accountability, and inclusion is reinforced daily.

What Powers Your Performance

Success in this role is driven by a strong mix of personal ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We value team members who:

- Communicate clearly and constructively

- Collaborate effectively and contribute to team success

- Adapt to change with a positive, proactive mindset

- Take accountability and show initiative in their work

- Demonstrate reliability and pride in performance

- Prioritize safety and act with awareness

- Embrace feedback and use it to grow

- Maintain high attention to detail

- Drive continuous improvement and challenge the status quo

- Support and develop others through shared learning

How We Support Your Success

We’re committed to helping you thrive- on the job and beyond. That’s why we offer a collaborative culture where your ideas drive real change, and career mobility within a stable, essential industry. To support your growth and well-being, we also provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

- Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability

- Profit Sharing: Up to 4%

- 401(k): Company match 4.5% with no vesting period

- Paid Parental Leave: For birthing and non-birthing parents, including adoptions

- Paid Holidays: 10 days, plus 1 personal floating holiday

- Paid Vacation Time

- Performance-Based Bonus Program

- Tuition Reimbursement

Safety isn’t negotiable, it’s who we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. We don’t cut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority, it’s a promise we make to every colleague, every day.