HR Business Partner - Corona Facility

Job Title: HR Business Partner - Corona Facility FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: HR Manager Supply Chain and Retail Pay Range:$60,325 - $74,150 Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday Location: In-office at the Corona Facility in Corona, CA Effective Date: November 2023 Position Summary: As a key partner of our Corona Facility and Canadian Distribution Center management teams, the HRBP's success is defined by their ability to provide effective consultation to leadership in times of need.
Being an effective HR Business Partner at Zumiez requires a holistic approach tailored to each individual situation using our subject matter expertise and cultural values as a lens to inform business decision making.
This role serves up expertise and optionality weighed against business needs and the cultural implications of different paths.
About the Corona Facility and our Canadian Distribution Center: Our facilities in Corona, CA and Delta, BC support a number of key functions of our business including but not limited to the following: Product distribution to our North American retail locations Online order fulfillment for Zumiez and third-party partners Direct to garment printing production Core Responsibilities: Partnership with Management/Leadership Team: Partners with management and leadership on the creation, modification, and communication of company policies and procedures in alignment with state and federal regulations.
Partners with management and leadership to inform and improve recruiting strategies to rapidly hire, improve retention, and strengthen Zumiez' culture.
Identifies trends within the industry or business and makes recommendations for training and process improvements.
Educates management and leadership on emerging compliance issues to support proactive business solutions.
Provides HR-based support on Corona Facility and company projects and initiatives.
Provides periodic people-based metrics to the leadership team.
Employee Relations: Acts as a consultative resource to management and leadership team on escalated employment related issues.
This includes but is not limited to educating on best practices in navigating investigations, assisting in the identification and mitigation of legal risk, educating on company policy and application precedents, providing feedback on employee documentation, and helping navigate your customers to the best outcomes in support of our employees and the business.
Partners with management and leadership on training strategies to foster and strengthen key competencies needed to successfully navigate employment related challenges.
Leave of Absence: Directly supports employee leave of absence requests by providing knowledge on eligibility and process, driving employee execution of leave processes, and providing consistent/appropriate visibility to management team throughout the process.
Evaluates leave practices, provides recommendations for process improvements, and implements changes with support of the HR Team.
Claims Support: Works closely with employees, managers, and our Third-Party Administrator to manage Workers' Compensation, General Liability, and Automotive claims.
Identifies opportunities with Third-Party Administration execution in support of improving the overall experience for claimants.
Supports reporting requests and requirements as it pertains to State/Federal reporting requirements.
Development and Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise and develop the HR/Payroll Coordinator.
Provides consistent and timely feedback to address performance opportunities as they arise.
Self and Team Development Responsibilities: Conduct ongoing self-development.
Fosters collaborative, team-oriented relationships.
Embody ethics in your own work, and in HR programs you design and administer.
Use best judgment in making use of (and/or keeping confidential) sensitive information regarding employee and supervisor issues.
Assist in evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals.
Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
Support department in other responsibilities as needed.
Attributes and Skills: Humble, curious, and a voracious learner Forward thinking, creative, and collaborative Approachable, calm, and confident High degree of emotional intelligence and critical thinking Precise and effective in verbal and written communication Embraces risk, challenges the status quo and rules, and fosters the idea that fair is almost never equal Seeks creative solutions, dives into the unknown, and feels comfortable out on limbs Thrives in the complexity of working through influence without authority Time management, organization, and the ability to balance competing priorities Preferred Qualifications and Experience: BA/BS in Human Resources, business, or closely related field 2 to 4 years of HR Generalist experience or equivalent PHR/SHRM-CP or SPHR/SHRM-SCP preferred Strong knowledge of California labor and employment law Prior HRIS, Applicant Tracking Systems, and record management experience preferred Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint required Meticulous organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to travel out of state 5 to 10 days per year Physical Demands and Work Environment Ability to sit at a workstation in an office environment for extended periods of time and work on a PC without limitations.
Ability to move about, sit, bend, and squat in an office environment in order to access files and gather information.
Compensation for the role in addition to base salary Compensation may vary outside of range for this position depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience.
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards package.
This role is also eligible for bonus and an annual Zumiez stock grant.
Requirements: Job Title: HR Business Partner - Corona Facility FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: HR Manager Supply Chain and Retail Pay Range: $60,325 - $74,150 Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday Location: In-office at the Corona Facility in Corona, CA Effective Date: November 2023 Position Summary: As a key partner of our Corona Facility and Canadian Distribution Center management teams, the HRBP's success is defined by their ability to provide effective consultation to leadership in times of need.
Being an effective HR Business Partner at Zumiez requires a holistic approach tailored to each individual situation using our subject matter expertise and cultural values as a lens to inform business decision making.
This role serves up expertise and optionality weighed against business needs and the cultural implications of different paths.
About the Corona Facility and our Canadian Distribution Center: Our facilities in Corona, CA and Delta, BC support a number of key functions of our business including but not limited to the following: Product distribution to our North American retail locations Online order fulfillment for Zumiez and third-party partners Direct to garment printing production Core Responsibilities: Partnership with Management/Leadership Team: Partners with management and leadership on the creation, modification, and communication of company policies and procedures in alignment with state and federal regulations.
Partners with management and leadership to inform and improve recruiting strategies to rapidly hire, improve retention, and strengthen Zumiez' culture.
Identifies trends within the industry or business and makes recommendations for training and process improvements.
Educates management and leadership on emerging compliance issues to support proactive business solutions.
Provides HR-based support on Corona Facility and company projects and initiatives.
Provides periodic people-based metrics to the leadership team.
Employee Relations: Acts as a consultative resource to management and leadership team on escalated employment related issues.
This includes but is not limited to educating on best practices in navigating investigations, assisting in the identification and mitigation of legal risk, educating on company policy and application precedents, providing feedback on employee documentation, and helping navigate your customers to the best outcomes in support of our employees and the business.
Partners with management and leadership on training strategies to foster and strengthen key competencies needed to successfully navigate employment related challenges.
Leave of Absence: Directly supports employee leave of absence requests by providing knowledge on eligibility and process, driving employee execution of leave processes, and providing consistent/appropriate visibility to management team throughout the process.
Evaluates leave practices, provides recommendations for process improvements, and implements changes with support of the HR Team.
Claims Support: Works closely with employees, managers, and our Third-Party Administrator to manage Workers' Compensation, General Liability, and Automotive claims.
Identifies opportunities with Third-Party Administration execution in support of improving the overall experience for claimants.
Supports reporting requests and requirements as it pertains to State/Federal reporting requirements.
Development and Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise and develop the HR/Payroll Coordinator.
Provides consistent and timely feedback to address performance opportunities as they arise.
Self and Team Development Responsibilities: Conduct ongoing self-development.
Fosters collaborative, team-oriented relationships.
Embody ethics in your own work, and in HR programs you design and administer.
Use best judgment in making use of (and/or keeping confidential) sensitive information regarding employee and supervisor issues.
Assist in evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals.
Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
Support department in other responsibilities as needed.
Attributes and Skills: Humble, curious, and a voracious learner Forward thinking, creative, and collaborative Approachable, calm, and confident High degree of emotional intelligence and critical thinking Precise and effective in verbal and written communication Embraces risk, challenges the status quo and rules, and fosters the idea that fair is almost never equal Seeks creative solutions, dives into the unknown, and feels comfortable out on limbs Thrives in the complexity of working through influence without authority Time management, organization, and the ability to balance competing priorities Preferred Qualifications and Experience: BA/BS in Human Resources, business, or closely related field 2 to 4 years of HR Generalist experience or equivalent PHR/SHRM-CP or SPHR/SHRM-SCP preferred Strong knowledge of California labor and employment law Prior HRIS, Applicant Tracking Systems, and record management experience preferred Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint required Meticulous organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to travel out of state 5 to 10 days per year Physical Demands and Work Environment Ability to sit at a workstation in an office environment for extended periods of time and work on a PC without limitations.
Ability to move about, sit, bend, and squat in an office environment in order to access files and gather information.
Compensation for the role in addition to base salary Compensation may vary outside of range for this position depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience.
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards package.
This role is also eligible for bonus and an annual Zumiez stock grant.