Human Resources Business Partner jobs in Mississippi

Vertex Aerospace is redefining the mid-level aerospace market with our agility, rapid deployment capability, and customized quality. Our international presence and a vast range of services distinguish us from competitors. We offer our customers a variety of global aerospace support, including Systems Integration, Fabrication, Contractor Operated and Maintained Base Supply, Engineering, Maintenance, Modification, Repair and Overhaul, Training Support, and all levels of Maintenance. For over fifty years, we have delivered high-quality aftermarket aerospace services that are affordable and customer-focused. 

We are seeking a strategically and operationally experienced HRBP to closely partner with the ADS leadership team in assisting the team in its strategy to pursue growth, improve operational excellence and profitability. This role will require a seasoned and accomplished Human Resource Business Partner with expertise leading strategic initiatives in support of business operations.  

 Principal Responsibilities and Accountabilities: 

• Provide expertise in strategy development and facilitation of proactive and positive Employee Relations initiatives
• Complete understanding and advanced application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in Human Resources
• Implement an effective Retention strategy through active employee engagement assessment activities and regression analysis of exit interviews
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of compliance requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing risks and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Provides retrieval ability to produce employee information for analysis and decision making, statistical data, and other employee-related reports as required
• Ability to influence change and support in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) matrixed organization
• Tactical & Strategic responsibility of the HR function
• Ability to Resolve all employee issues
• Lead the division Talent Acquisition process to staff the right people at the right time
• Policy review, interpretation, and recommendations for changes as required
• The administrator of the New Hire Orientation program
• Salary Review/Analysis and recommendations for Promotions and in-grade Adjustments
• Enhanced Employee Communications through effective media sources
• Conduct compliant Investigations of Ethics & Employee Relations cases
• Ability to effectively team cross-functionally with business area and functional leaders
• Pro-Active Coaching, Mentoring, and Consultation with Managers
• Facilitation of applicable leadership training
• Facilitate and co-chair CBA contract negotiations
• Provides recommendations on Labor Relations matters, such as grievances, arbitrations, MOAs, etc.
• Administrator of the Labor Relations function (i.e. scheduling of negotiations, maintaining a library of CBAs and MOUs, preparing strategy briefs, etc)
• Proactively implement initiatives that promote a culture of Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect
• Strategic use of an entire suite of Human Resource Management Systems to maintain an effective organizational structure and error-free employee data
• HR Business Partner competencies required:

1. Strategic Partner, ability to implement new people initiatives that positively impact business operations  
2. Operations Management, the effective application of government compliance requirements and Company policy
3. Emergency Responder, demonstrate a quick reaction to resolve all employee issues
4. Employee Mediator, moderate effective communication and behavior for positive employee relations outcomes

• Ability to analyze complex data to make recommendations for strategic initiatives
• Advanced Problem-Solving Skills
• Other projects as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Management and at least four (4) years of experience in HR as a Generalist or Associate’s degree in Human Resources or Business Management and at least 8 years of experience in human resources as a Generalist OR High School Diploma and 12 years of experience in human resources as a Generalist.
• At least four (4) years’ experience utilizing the entire suite of Human Resource Management Systems required Ultimate Software solutions experience preferred
• At least two (2) years’ experience resolving complex employee relations issues
• Ability to influence change up and across the organization
• HR Certification from HRCI or SHRM desired
• Experience and knowledge of SCA and working US government contracts preferred
• Extensive Generalist Experience
• Independent root cause problem-solving skills
• Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position).
• Must be able to work weekends, other shifts, and overtime as required.
• Labor Relations experience preferred
• The essential physical requirements of the position will be reviewed with the applicant during the interview.
• Some travel will be required
• Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data. 

Physical Requirements

• Primarily office environment. Must have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes. Must be able to maneuver/lift up to 20 pounds.