Tenneco Inc Hiring for Human Resources Business Partner at Monroe, MI  Full Time

Tenneco is one of the world’s leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

HR Business Partner Manager, Performance Solutions, North America Ride Control –

The HR Business Partner Manager leads HR processes and initiatives for Tenneco’s North American Performance Solutions facility located in Monroe, Michigan. In addition, this role collaborates closely with its satellite office in Celaya, Mexico and is responsible to build employee capability and drive employee engagement. Accountable for the administration and coordination of employee / labor relations, recruiting and staffing, benefits communication, compensation, legal / company compliance, training, and community relations. Partners with and guides mangers on critical HR initiatives.

• Talent Management and Organizational Development
  • Oversees the performance management process through partnerships with management and leadership to develop Succession Planning and Talent Management initiatives
  • Understands managed population and works closely with all functions to drive organizational capability; knows the strengths and weakness of the team; assesses talent and recommends effective development plans
  • Develops and implements training plans to support team member development including compliance, technical skills, and leadership skills. Ensures high quality training delivery and training tracking per company standards.
  • Deploys employee benefits, performance management, talent acquisition, learning and development in line with organization needs
  • Strong focus on people reviews, development and retention of key talents.
  • Conducts organizational assessments and upgrade talent through strategic staffing and talent pipelines
  • Partner with the Talent Acquisition COE to ensure flawless execution of staffing processes at all levels
  • Leads employee engagement initiatives by analyzing feedback engagement surveys and building partnership with business leaders to deploy actions focused on improving employee engagement, moral and best place to work programs
  • Executes diversity, equality, and inclusion that aligns with company values, strategy and commitments
• HR Operations
  • Oversee consistency and accuracy of HR KPI as well as actions to ensure improvement trends
  • Ensure headcount and personnel costs are aligned to business
  • Oversee consistent and accurate payroll, HRIS and Division KPI consolidation for the region
  • Develops annual operating plan (AOP) for HR; reviews monthly and meets AOP commitments
  • Manages, budgets and guides in partnership with legal counsel all immigration and visa processes for the Division
• Continuous Improvement
  • Organize and participate in workshop: best practices sharing, and project deployment.
  • Drive the continuous improvement agenda with focus on engagement & welfare activities, maximizing productivity, evolving HR responsibilities, and building leadership capability.
  • Drives continuous improvement on HR processes to ensure optimum efficiency
• Employee and Industrial Relations
  • Leads labor and employee relations activities that drive productivity and efficiency
  • Work closely with labor union and provides labor relations counsel with responsibility for grievance administration and resolving issues
• Ensure compliance with Tenneco standards for human resources management, EHS, ethics & compliance; monitor adherence to internal policies, legal, compliance and statutory requirements
  • Leads local and assigned investigations according to company procedures including investigations associated with Ethics Hotline, EEOX, code of Conduct and Life Savings Elements.
  • Ensures compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements

REQUIREMENTS / EXPERIENCE / COMPETENCIES

• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of local and national labor laws
• Analytical: Strong technical acumen, attention to detail and employment of a data-driven approach to problem solving
• Multi-tasker: Exceptional ability to prioritize and manage time effectively and meet deadlines
• Results Orientation: A commitment to demonstrably improving team metrics
• Collaboration & Influence: Proactive cross-functional partnerships to work effectively with peers and partners in and outside of the Business; outstanding communication skills
• Change Leadership: The capacity to transform, align and inspire a team
• Cultural Competency: The ability to lead through seeking diversity, fostering inclusion, and a passion to develop every single individual

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or Business
• 5 plus years of Human Resource generalist experience
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment a plus
• Strong knowledge and experience in talent management and attraction, people and leadership development
• Through knowledge of employment law, HR practices and regulations
• Strong computer skills – strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, SAP and SuccessFactors a plus
• Some travel may be required

  HR Business Partner Manager, Performance Solutions, North America Ride Control –

  The HR Business Partner Manager leads HR processes and initiatives for Tenneco’s North American Performance Solutions facility located in Monroe, Michigan. In addition, this role collaborates closely with its satellite office in Celaya, Mexico and is responsible to build employee capability and drive employee engagement. Accountable for the administration and coordination of employee / labor relations, recruiting and staffing, benefits communication, compensation, legal / company compliance, training, and community relations. Partners with and guides mangers on critical HR initiatives.

• Talent Management and Organizational Development
  • Oversees the performance management process through partnerships with management and leadership to develop Succession Planning and Talent Management initiatives
  • Understands managed population and works closely with all functions to drive organizational capability; knows the strengths and weakness of the team; assesses talent and recommends effective development plans
  • Develops and implements training plans to support team member development including compliance, technical skills, and leadership skills. Ensures high quality training delivery and training tracking per company standards.
  • Deploys employee benefits, performance management, talent acquisition, learning and development in line with organization needs
  • Strong focus on people reviews, development and retention of key talents.
  • Conducts organizational assessments and upgrade talent through strategic staffing and talent pipelines
  • Partner with the Talent Acquisition COE to ensure flawless execution of staffing processes at all levels
  • Leads employee engagement initiatives by analyzing feedback engagement surveys and building partnership with business leaders to deploy actions focused on improving employee engagement, moral and best place to work programs
  • Executes diversity, equality, and inclusion that aligns with company values, strategy and commitments
• HR Operations
  • Oversee consistency and accuracy of HR KPI as well as actions to ensure improvement trends
  • Ensure headcount and personnel costs are aligned to business
  • Oversee consistent and accurate payroll, HRIS and Division KPI consolidation for the region
  • Develops annual operating plan (AOP) for HR; reviews monthly and meets AOP commitments
  • Manages, budgets and guides in partnership with legal counsel all immigration and visa processes for the Division
• Continuous Improvement
  • Organize and participate in workshop: best practices sharing, and project deployment.
  • Drive the continuous improvement agenda with focus on engagement & welfare activities, maximizing productivity, evolving HR responsibilities, and building leadership capability.
  • Drives continuous improvement on HR processes to ensure optimum efficiency
• Employee and Industrial Relations
  • Leads labor and employee relations activities that drive productivity and efficiency
  • Work closely with labor union and provides labor relations counsel with responsibility for grievance administration and resolving issues
• Ensure compliance with Tenneco standards for human resources management, EHS, ethics & compliance; monitor adherence to internal policies, legal, compliance and statutory requirements
  • Leads local and assigned investigations according to company procedures including investigations associated with Ethics Hotline, EEOX, code of Conduct and Life Savings Elements.
  • Ensures compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements

• REQUIREMENTS / EXPERIENCE / COMPETENCIES

• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of local and national labor laws
• Analytical: Strong technical acumen, attention to detail and employment of a data-driven approach to problem solving
• Multi-tasker: Exceptional ability to prioritize and manage time effectively and meet deadlines
• Results Orientation: A commitment to demonstrably improving team metrics
• Collaboration & Influence: Proactive cross-functional partnerships to work effectively with peers and partners in and outside of the Business; outstanding communication skills
• Change Leadership: The capacity to transform, align and inspire a team
• Cultural Competency: The ability to lead through seeking diversity, fostering inclusion, and a passion to develop every single individual
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or Business
• 5 plus years of Human Resource generalist experience
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment a plus
• Strong knowledge and experience in talent management and attraction, people and leadership development
• Through knowledge of employment law, HR practices and regulations
• Strong computer skills – strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, SAP and SuccessFactors a plus
• Some travel may be required

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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