Kraft Heinz
Associate HR Business Partner (ONSITE)
Kraft Heinz
We Grow Our People to Grow Our Business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our iconic and nostalgic brands. Good isn’t good enough. We choose greatness every day by making bold decisions and challenging what’s ordinary. All while celebrating our
WINS
— and failures — as we work together to transform the future of food.
As an Associate HR Business Partner (HRBP) at our Champaign manufacturing facility, you will serve as a strategic, hands‑on HR Generalist partnering with site leadership to align people programs with business objectives. This onsite position (Monday‑Friday) reports to the Plant HR Manager and other HR leaders and supports cross‑functional leaders in driving HR strategy and execution across workforce planning, talent acquisition for hourly roles, employee and labor relations in a unionized environment, training and development, HR administration, and compliance. You will act as a trusted advisor to leaders and a resource to employees, balancing tactical delivery with long‑term organizational effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with site leadership to translate business priorities into HR strategies and programs that support operational performance and employee engagement.
Lead workforce planning, headcount budgeting, and succession planning activities for the facility.
Administer compensation, performance management, promotions and merit processes in coordination with corporate HR.
Own hourly talent acquisition for the site, including sourcing, selection, testing, onboarding and early talent integration.
Manage employee and labor relations conduct investigations, resolve employee concerns and grievances, and contribute to the site’s union labor strategy.
Oversee site training programs, including compliance, onboarding, and on‑the‑job training; identify skill gaps and support talent development initiatives.
Manage HR transactional and administrative processes such as FMLA, leaves of absence, worker accommodations, HRIS updates and accurate record‑keeping.
Ensure compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and company policies; support maintenance of the affirmative action/EEO program in partnership with corporate compliance and legal teams.
Provide timely HR analytics and reporting to inform site decisions and continuous improvement efforts.
Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate high integrity in all people‑related matters.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience supporting employees and leaders in fast‑paced, ambiguous, manufacturing or unionized environments.
Demonstrated experience in employee and labor relations, hourly recruitment, and HR process execution.
Involvement in transformation initiatives such as designing and/or implementing people‑related change strategies, promoting adoption of new processes and tools, enabling reskilling/upskilling programs, and embedding continuous improvement and digital ways of working into everyday HR practices.
Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills; ability to influence and partner with leaders at all levels.
Proficient computer skills, including HRIS, applicant tracking systems (Workday), and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Proven problem‑solving, conflict management and decision‑making abilities.
Comfortable with ambiguity and able to prioritize competing demands in a dynamic environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP) preferred.
Prior experience in a unionized facility and working with collective bargaining processes.
Experience with Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
Core Competencies
Business acumen and results orientation.
Collaborative partnership and stakeholder management.
Employee advocacy with a fair and consistent approach.
Change management and organizational effectiveness.
Data‑driven decision making.
Benefits When you have a seat at our table, you can expect an array of holistic wellness benefits and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7 % 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, and an industry‑leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus. Benefits begin immediately upon hire for salaried employees.
Coverage for employees and their eligible dependents through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and savings for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
Wellbeing
Physical – medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, screenings/assessments.
Social – paid time off, company holidays, leave of absence, flexible work arrangements, recognition, training.
Emotional – employee assistance program, wellbeing programs, family support programs.
Financial – 401(k), life, accidental death & dismemberment, disability.
New Hire Base Salary Range $88,000.00 – $110,000.00
Bonus This position is eligible for a performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
Location Champaign Plant, Champaign, IL
Equal Opportunity Employer Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Under‑represented ethnic minority groups, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other protected classes. If you require accommodation in the job application process, contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
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We Grow Our People to Grow Our Business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our iconic and nostalgic brands. Good isn’t good enough. We choose greatness every day by making bold decisions and challenging what’s ordinary. All while celebrating our
WINS
— and failures — as we work together to transform the future of food.
As an Associate HR Business Partner (HRBP) at our Champaign manufacturing facility, you will serve as a strategic, hands‑on HR Generalist partnering with site leadership to align people programs with business objectives. This onsite position (Monday‑Friday) reports to the Plant HR Manager and other HR leaders and supports cross‑functional leaders in driving HR strategy and execution across workforce planning, talent acquisition for hourly roles, employee and labor relations in a unionized environment, training and development, HR administration, and compliance. You will act as a trusted advisor to leaders and a resource to employees, balancing tactical delivery with long‑term organizational effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with site leadership to translate business priorities into HR strategies and programs that support operational performance and employee engagement.
Lead workforce planning, headcount budgeting, and succession planning activities for the facility.
Administer compensation, performance management, promotions and merit processes in coordination with corporate HR.
Own hourly talent acquisition for the site, including sourcing, selection, testing, onboarding and early talent integration.
Manage employee and labor relations conduct investigations, resolve employee concerns and grievances, and contribute to the site’s union labor strategy.
Oversee site training programs, including compliance, onboarding, and on‑the‑job training; identify skill gaps and support talent development initiatives.
Manage HR transactional and administrative processes such as FMLA, leaves of absence, worker accommodations, HRIS updates and accurate record‑keeping.
Ensure compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and company policies; support maintenance of the affirmative action/EEO program in partnership with corporate compliance and legal teams.
Provide timely HR analytics and reporting to inform site decisions and continuous improvement efforts.
Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate high integrity in all people‑related matters.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience supporting employees and leaders in fast‑paced, ambiguous, manufacturing or unionized environments.
Demonstrated experience in employee and labor relations, hourly recruitment, and HR process execution.
Involvement in transformation initiatives such as designing and/or implementing people‑related change strategies, promoting adoption of new processes and tools, enabling reskilling/upskilling programs, and embedding continuous improvement and digital ways of working into everyday HR practices.
Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills; ability to influence and partner with leaders at all levels.
Proficient computer skills, including HRIS, applicant tracking systems (Workday), and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Proven problem‑solving, conflict management and decision‑making abilities.
Comfortable with ambiguity and able to prioritize competing demands in a dynamic environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP) preferred.
Prior experience in a unionized facility and working with collective bargaining processes.
Experience with Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
Core Competencies
Business acumen and results orientation.
Collaborative partnership and stakeholder management.
Employee advocacy with a fair and consistent approach.
Change management and organizational effectiveness.
Data‑driven decision making.
Benefits When you have a seat at our table, you can expect an array of holistic wellness benefits and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7 % 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, and an industry‑leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus. Benefits begin immediately upon hire for salaried employees.
Coverage for employees and their eligible dependents through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and savings for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
Wellbeing
Physical – medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, screenings/assessments.
Social – paid time off, company holidays, leave of absence, flexible work arrangements, recognition, training.
Emotional – employee assistance program, wellbeing programs, family support programs.
Financial – 401(k), life, accidental death & dismemberment, disability.
New Hire Base Salary Range $88,000.00 – $110,000.00
Bonus This position is eligible for a performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
Location Champaign Plant, Champaign, IL
Equal Opportunity Employer Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Under‑represented ethnic minority groups, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other protected classes. If you require accommodation in the job application process, contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
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