Human Resource Business Partner III

Company Overview Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Nikkiso Cryo (NCI) is a subsidiary of Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases and is one of the world’s foremost suppliers of submerged motor liquefied gas pumps. We offer unmatched reliability, quality and safety. As part of the Nikkiso Company global organization, our original technologies provide our customers with the confidence in knowing they are receiving the latest technology and the highest standards of engineering available.

We are located in North Las Vegas, Nevada and we offer a full range of submerged pumps for LNG, LPG, LEG, LN2, liquid propylene and many other liquefied gases. With design, production and test facilities in both the United States and Japan, sales offices in Las Vegas, Houston, London and Tokyo, Nikkiso Cryo offers prompt, total support for all of our customers worldwide.

Job Overview

We are hiring a Human Resources Business Partner for NCI. The HRBP is a key member of the NCI Management Team and responsible for aligning HR practices with business objectives. The position serves as an advisor to management and employees on all HR topics. This position will report to the Senior HR Business Partner, Nikkiso CEIG Cryogenic Pumps Functional Unit.

The successful HRBP will act as an employee champion who assesses and anticipates HR-related needs, communicates proactively, and seeks to develop integrated solutions. The position fosters partnerships to deliver value-added service and support.

We are seeking an experienced HR leader who is committed to working collaboratively, with integrity and enthusiasm, to create an outstanding employment experience. This is a challenging role with an emphasis on growth, talent & management development, retention, and an opportunity to demonstrate the ‘HR Value Proposition’!

Responsibilities

• Administers human resource plans, programs, and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintains current and in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to employment and provides guidance and support to managers and employees. Consults with HR Operations, Legal Department and external counsel as needed to ensure compliance and consistency.
• Interacts regularly with management and provides advice and consultation to promote employee engagement, productivity, morale, retention, and world class employee experience.
• Provides leadership and coordination in areas such as immigration, safety, system implementations, HR projects & initiatives, etc.
• Works collaboratively with Talent Acquisition team and management to hire qualified candidates, including specialized Engineering roles that are unique and often hard-to-fill.
• Responsible for HR-related administrative tasks including personnel data maintenance, annual processes (i.e. reviews, TMP, bonus), local reporting, etc.
• Oversees new employee orientation, maintains recordkeeping, and monitors engagement.
• Provides training for employees regarding company policies and compliance topics, supervisor/manager development, and other subjects as identified.
• Resolves employee relations issues, conducts thorough investigations and recommends/implements interventions to avoid situations.
• Processes terminations, performs exit interviews, and conducts turnover analysis to identify trends and implement mitigation strategies.
• Drives the performance review process, supports manager/employee communication, coordinates performance improvement plans, manages disciplinary actions.
• Actively participates in Group HR initiatives and collaborates with HR colleagues in the development of policies, programs and solutions.

Undertakes all responsibilities with a superior commitment to ethical practices, integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• At least 5 years’ experience in human resources leadership
• Experience with LMS is required
• Hands on experience with talent programs and initiatives is preferred
• HR certification preferred
• Proven expertise in relationship management

Competencies

• Project manager
• Talent leader
• Development coach
• Relationship manager
• Organized and drives work to closure
• Credible & knowledgeable advisor
• Flexible collaborator
• Problem-solver
• Detail oriented and highly accurate
• Excellent communicator, both verbal & written

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position may supervise site HR and/or Administrative Staff.

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, may be accepted.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, photocopiers and smartphones.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 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.