HR Business Partner

AESC is looking to add a HR Business Partner to our team in Florence, SC.

• Full-Time
• On-site

AESC is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance batteries for zero-emission electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Founded in Japan in 2007 and headquartered in Yokohama, AESC has been building manufacturing capabilities around the world in the U.S., U.K., Europe, Japan and China to serve key markets and leading customers locally for over 14 years. Today, AESC has become the partner of choice for the world's leading OEMs and energy storage providers in North America, Europe, and Asia. Its advanced technology powers over one million electric vehicles and provides more than 15GWh of installed capacity for battery energy systems in over 60 countries.

AESC is expanding its footprint in the United States with gigafactories in Kentucky, South Carolina, and Tennessee to meet the growing demand for EV and BESS batteries and strengthen its presence in the North American market. AESC's Tennessee gigafactory in Smyrna, which has been operational since 2012, produces batteries for Nissan. The Kentucky gigafactory in Bowling Green will supply Mercedes-Benz with high-performance battery cell modules. The South Carolina gigafactory in Florence will supply technology-leading battery cells for new electric models produced in BMW Group's Spartanburg plant. AESC is committed to our local communities where it is making its investments, creating jobs, and supporting local charities.

Reporting to the Senior HR Manager, the HR Business Partner (HRBP) will provide expert support, recommendations, and coaching to all levels of the organization in key HR areas such as Payroll, Benefits, Compensation, Employee Relations, Recruitment, Talent Management, and Employee Engagement. The ideal candidate will collaborate with management to execute strategic HR initiatives, ensuring alignment with the overall business goals and developing various projects to enhance business effectiveness.

• Employee Relations & Engagement: Foster an environment of employee engagement by actively coaching and advising managers on best practices. Act as an employee advocate to maintain positive employee relations and resolve conflicts in a proactive manner.
• Training & Development: Identify organizational and individual training needs, develop learning programs, and provide training to employees at all levels. Lead onboarding efforts, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires, from I-9 compliance to benefits enrollment.
• Recruitment: Support the recruitment process for both exempt and non-exempt roles, including job description development, advertisement creation, candidate screening, and interviewing.
• Compliance & Policy Implementation: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, and develop, recommend, and implement HR-related policies and procedures. Maintain and update employee handbooks and ensure policies are communicated effectively.
• Payroll & Benefits: Serve as the AESC benefits relations contact for employees and liaise with external vendors to address employee inquiries. Support the payroll process, with the ability to administer payroll as needed.
• Performance Management & Investigations: Work closely with management on employee performance issues, compliance investigations, and corrective actions. Conduct investigations and administer discipline per company policies.
• Data Tracking & Reporting: Track key metrics related to employee engagement, performance, and compliance, and develop action plans to close any identified gaps. Ensure the maintenance of organizational charts, employee directories, and departmental reports.
• Continuous Improvement: Recommend and implement new processes and procedures to continuously improve HR functions across the organization.
• Complete other duties as assigned

Occasional travel may be required between different gigafactory locations or other office locations to provide HR support.

Welcome to AESC, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission.

We offer:

• Comprehensive compensation packages including a competitive salary and a rewarding bonus program.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
• Tuition reimbursement

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in Human Resources with a proven track record of achieving results in HR roles.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Skills:
• Strong understanding of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to think strategically and contribute to the development and execution of key HR initiatives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Experience or willingness to work in a global context, adapting to the challenges of international markets.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with flexibility and adaptability to changing business needs.
• Understands and follows all standards of IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)
• Understands and follows all standards of ISO14001 environmental standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)

• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial setting, preferably within the automotive, EV, or battery manufacturing industries.
• HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
• Experience in project management and the ability to lead HR projects independently.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems and HR analytics, with experience in data-driven decision-making and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives that support company culture, such as employee engagement programs or talent development strategies.
• Prior experience supporting a multi-location organization or working in a global HR role.

Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your application allows us to learn more about you and find potential fits within our team. We strive to respond to all applicants promptly, though times may vary with submission volume. If you don't receive an immediate response, it doesn't reflect on your candidacy; we'll keep your application for future opportunities. Thank you for your patience and enthusiasm as we improve our application process.

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.

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 accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.
• Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds.

The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.

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