Topcon Positioning Group is headquartered in Livermore, California, USA (topconpositioning.com).

We design, manufacture and distribute productivity tools for developing a brighter future. Whether cultivating the earth or building upon it, Topcon brings innovation in workflow automation and seamless connectivity of data to construction, geopositioning and agriculture industries focused on developing a sustainable tomorrow.

Topcon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

To learn more about Topcon career opportunities go to www.topconcareers.com.

JOB PURPOSE

The Human Resource Business Partner supports a variety of human resource initiatives and serves as the primary contact for employees, managers, and applicants throughout the hiring, onboarding, and off-boarding processes. This role works to ensure data integrity and accuracy across various systems and files. Additionally, the HRBP will not only manage administrative tasks but will work with the leadership team on talent development, career path discussions, employee relations, and other more strategic activities. This role supports local facility and Canadian operations.

CORE JOB DUTIES

Employee Relations

• Acts as first point of contact responding to a broad range of HR related inquires including, but no limited to policy and payroll questions.
• May investigate questions and/or complaints for hourly and first line managers and assist in resolving employee relations issues in the operations group.
• Lead and recommend changes in policies both locally and within the US and Canadian teams

HRIS, Benefits and Leaves of Absence

• Maintain accurate employee information HRIS System (Workday)
• Responsible for bi-weekly payroll auditing and coordinating adjustments with US payroll team
• Assist employees in both onboarding and ongoing benefit programs with the support of the corporate benefits team
• Lead the administration of workers' compensation and leave of absence cases, ensuring compliance and timely resolution

Communication and Local Engagement

• Coordinates employee communications efforts through email, postings, newsletters, meetings, etc.
• Key member of local recreation and wellness committee and leads employee engagement events/activities
• Participate on local Safety Committee and manage Workers Compensation Claims as appropriate

Talent Development & Training

• Work with local leadership to recommend and support talent development discussions and activities
• Recommend, create and implement training necessary for various HR activities including but not limited to: reviews, leadership, career discussions, etc...

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Responsible for all onboarding and offboarding activities which include, but not limited to, first or last day activities and HRIS entry

Recruitment

• Coordinates talent acquisition activity including job analysis and definition, search, screen, interview, and candidate selection with Hiring Managers and Talent Acquisition Team.
• Assists local leaders in headcount planning activities to ensure proper resources
• Manages all activities around operations recruitment within the local facility

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE JOB

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource or related field
• 3+ years in Human Resource or related field
• PHR OR SHRM-CP certification is a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to problem solve and exercise sound judgment
• Strong negotiation skills
• Working knowledge of HRIS and Payroll Systems (Workday HRIS experience is a plus)
• Experienced or proficient in Excel and other Microsoft tools
• Able to work extended hours as needed
• Drive to achieve objectives and meet deadlines

Physical Requirements:

• On-site; Fort Atkinson, WI
• Daily on-site requirement w/ core business hours

Topcon is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.