Human Resources Business Partner

Who we are:

We are on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials that enable the green energy and technology revolution. Our materials and technologies are required for the electric vehicle, green energy, consumer electronics, and defense industries, and our battery grade lithium and tech metals are needed for chipsets, semiconductors, and 5G.

We have a substantial interest in the Round Top, Heavy Rare Earth, Lithium and Critical Minerals deposit in West Texas. We have also developed the United States’ first rare earth and critical minerals processing facility and we own the only scalable, sintered neo-magnet manufacturing system in the Western Hemisphere. By developing this fully integrated, US-based “mine-to-magnet” critical mineral supply chain, we are poised to become the leading domestic supplier to these industries.

What you can expect:

At USA Rare Earth, we are pioneers and problem solvers, technologists and team players. Together, we:

Build Solutions: If our task was a simple one, it would already be done. We are creative and solution-oriented, and we think outside the box to solve important problems. We know that a range of expertise and technologies is needed for success, and we work across sectors and alongside customers to deliver world-class solutions in sustainable ways.

Deliver Quality: When we do things, we do them well. We believe that top-tier quality leads to industry competitiveness and we hold ourselves to the highest quality standards. We move fast when executing, but safety, quality, and excellence always come first.

Lead responsibly: We have a responsibility to the planet, our consumers, our country, and each other. We put safety at the center of all we do, take accountability for our actions, incorporate sustainable practices in our processes and act with the financial best interest of our investors and consumers in mind.

Win Together: Establishing a rare earth magnet supply chain is a big undertaking – and getting there is a team effort. We communicate openly, work together and challenge each other in pursuit of our goals. With every step we take we learn and get better.

Job Summary:

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic and hands-on partner to manufacturing operations leadership and employees. This role is responsible for aligning people strategies with business goals, driving organizational performance, and fostering a high-performance culture. The HRBP provides expertise in workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, performance management, and compliance, ensuring solutions are effectively implemented on the plant floor and throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Partnership

- Partner with plant leadership to align people strategy with operational objectives.

- Provide insights and guidance on organizational structure, workforce planning, and succession planning.

- Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives from the people strategy perspective.

Talent Management

- Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for hourly and salaried roles.

- Facilitate talent reviews, development plans, and performance management processes.

- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the plant.

Employee Relations & Engagement

- Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leaders on people policies, procedures, and best practices.

- Conduct investigations and resolve employee relations issues effectively and legally.

- Promote a positive, safety-focused, and high-performance work culture.

Compliance & Risk Management

- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws, as well as internal policies.

- Partner with EHS and operations to support safety and wellness programs.

- Maintain accurate and timely people files and reports.

HR Metrics & Analytics

- Analyze data to inform decision-making and identify trends related to turnover, engagement, productivity, etc.

- Recommend action plans based on insights.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree or HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) preferred.

- 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

- Experience supporting both hourly and salaried employee populations.

- Strong knowledge of employment law, labor practices, and HR compliance requirements.

- Proven ability to build relationships with all levels of the organization.

- Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills.

- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-demand environment with competing priorities.

Physical Demands

The work environment will be a mix of a typical office environment, a manufacturing floor and a construction site. Noise level: Normal office, manufacturing and construction noises.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. The reporting relationship may not reflect the most recent changes to the corporate reporting structure.

USA Rare Earth proudly supports Equal Employment Opportunities

USA Rare Earth's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and will provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

For assistance applying for employment through this site due to disability, please contact Human Resources, hr@usare.com, to discuss reasonable accommodations.