HR Business Partner (Manufacturing/Operations)

Belvidere, NJ

Hybrid

Play a key role in shaping the success of our organization as an HR Business Partner for a large Manufacturing Operations plant facility. In this dynamic and strategic role, you will align, advise, and collaborate with business leaders to drive impactful Human Resources initiatives across Organizational Development, Talent Management, Compensation, and Employee Relations.

You will anticipate HR-related needs and develop innovative, integrated solutions that support both business goals and employee success. Acting as a trusted partner, you will provide value-added guidance to senior leadership, champion employee needs, and drive change with confidence. If you're a strategic thinker who thrives in a consultative role and enjoys making a meaningful impact, this is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a forward-thinking team where your voice matters.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good guides us in all that we do. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, and authenticity is celebrated.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the sole HR Business Partner for a large manufacturing plant, building strong relationships with senior leadership and shop-floor employees.

• Drive talent strategy, including pipeline development, succession planning, and talent growth initiatives.

• Provide performance management guidance, including coaching, career development, and disciplinary support.

• Partner with site leaders to enhance employee engagement, morale, and retention.

• Support workforce planning, business restructures, and staffing needs in collaboration with site leadership and Talent Acquisition.

• Ensure compliance with employment laws while applying expertise in HR disciplines such as compensation, employee relations, and diversity.

The salary range provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. This position is also eligible for bonuses and benefits, which are not included in the pay scale provided. Salary $84,900 – $120,000.

We bring:

• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.

• Collaboration with experts in health, nutrition, and beauty to drive progress.

• Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions.

• Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives around the world, with the freedom to shape your own path.

• Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.

• Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.

You bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Organizational Management, or Business (Master’s preferred).

• 5–8 years of HR Generalist/Business Partner experience, preferably in manufacturing or plant environments.

• HR certification (HRCI, SHRM) preferred; strong knowledge of employment laws and practices.

• Proven ability to drive change, and challenge the status quo effectively. Experience with M&A initiatives a plus.

• Strong communication, influence, and relationship-building skills in a matrixed environment.

• Proficient in MS Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; SuccessFactors experience a plus.

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

About dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. www.dsm-firmenich.com

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