RK
Description
This HR Business Partner role is a true seat at the table opportunity for an HR leader who thrives on influence, partnership, and impact. You’ll work closely with senior leaders to shape people strategies that drive business performance—serving as a trusted advisor, employee champion, and change agent across the organization. From complex employee relations and workforce planning to culture, engagement, and data‑driven decision‑making, this role blends strategy with hands‑on execution to build strong teams, healthy leadership practices, and a workplace where both people and the business can grow.
RK Overview RK Industries (RK) is a second‑generation family‑owned business built on hard work and strong values. Led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning, we take pride in delivering a wide range of hands‑on services including construction, manufacturing, custom fabrication, and building services. With seven specialized business units working in close coordination, we ensure every job is done right from start to finish. Our proven methods, focus on safety, and commitment to quality help bring our customers’ biggest ideas to life.
Position Summary The HR business partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The HRBP serves as a strategic consultant to management and employees on human resources‑related issues. The successful HRBP will act as an employee champion and change agent, assessing and anticipating HR‑related needs and communicating proactively with our HR department and business management.
Role Responsibilities
Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement effective HR policies and practices that support the strategic growth of the business.
Deliver consultation, facilitation, and resolution strategies for workplace issues raised by employees or people managers.
Conduct, or participate in, frequent and regular meetings with respective business units, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
Identify and analyze employee relations matters, recommending appropriate employment action to maintain continuity, achieve optimal performance, and minimize risk.
Facilitate new‑hire orientation.
Maintain in‑depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day‑to‑day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partner with the legal department as needed.
Provide day‑to‑day performance management guidance to line management (coaching, counseling, career development, compensation, and disciplinary actions).
Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
Assist in communications between employees and people managers, providing guidance and clarification of company policies and procedures.
Provide guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning, and succession planning.
Identify training needs for business units and individuals.
Participate in evaluation and monitoring of success of training programs, following up to ensure objectives are met.
Drive retention through engagement with a continuous focus on culture of teams and management capability.
Formulate partnerships across the HR function to deliver value‑added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization.
Utilize a data‑driven approach to deliver a strategy that drives improvements to the employee experience, builds healthy, long‑term relationships between the company and employees, and reduces people‑related risk.
Maintain an effective level of business literacy about the business unit’s financial position, future plans, culture, and competition.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree a plus.
5+ years HR experience, with at least 3 years partnering with leaders.
Thorough knowledge of HR practices including employee relations, federal and state employment laws, organizational design, talent management, and culture/change management.
Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment in decision‑making.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to analyze and synthesize key insights gleaned from ER data and analytics.
Strong ability to build relationships across stakeholders to drive and deliver HR strategy.
Proven ability to balance multiple priorities, partners, and work streams.
Strong internal customer service skills demonstrated by responsiveness, empathy, and solution orientation.
Collaborative mindset with a strong drive to create a positive work environment.
Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
Excellent time‑management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Periodic travel to various facilities as needed.
SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR or SPHR certification preferred, not required.
What Sets RK Industries Apart
Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day.
Awards: RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry.
Benefits: Competitive benefits to support your growth and well‑being.
Philanthropy: We invest in the community through the RK Foundation.
Development: RK University and the accredited apprentice program provide hands‑on training and opportunities to advance careers.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
RK Industries, LLC is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
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RK Overview RK Industries (RK) is a second‑generation family‑owned business built on hard work and strong values. Led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning, we take pride in delivering a wide range of hands‑on services including construction, manufacturing, custom fabrication, and building services. With seven specialized business units working in close coordination, we ensure every job is done right from start to finish. Our proven methods, focus on safety, and commitment to quality help bring our customers’ biggest ideas to life.
Position Summary The HR business partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The HRBP serves as a strategic consultant to management and employees on human resources‑related issues. The successful HRBP will act as an employee champion and change agent, assessing and anticipating HR‑related needs and communicating proactively with our HR department and business management.
Role Responsibilities
Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement effective HR policies and practices that support the strategic growth of the business.
Deliver consultation, facilitation, and resolution strategies for workplace issues raised by employees or people managers.
Conduct, or participate in, frequent and regular meetings with respective business units, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
Identify and analyze employee relations matters, recommending appropriate employment action to maintain continuity, achieve optimal performance, and minimize risk.
Facilitate new‑hire orientation.
Maintain in‑depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day‑to‑day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partner with the legal department as needed.
Provide day‑to‑day performance management guidance to line management (coaching, counseling, career development, compensation, and disciplinary actions).
Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
Assist in communications between employees and people managers, providing guidance and clarification of company policies and procedures.
Provide guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning, and succession planning.
Identify training needs for business units and individuals.
Participate in evaluation and monitoring of success of training programs, following up to ensure objectives are met.
Drive retention through engagement with a continuous focus on culture of teams and management capability.
Formulate partnerships across the HR function to deliver value‑added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization.
Utilize a data‑driven approach to deliver a strategy that drives improvements to the employee experience, builds healthy, long‑term relationships between the company and employees, and reduces people‑related risk.
Maintain an effective level of business literacy about the business unit’s financial position, future plans, culture, and competition.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree a plus.
5+ years HR experience, with at least 3 years partnering with leaders.
Thorough knowledge of HR practices including employee relations, federal and state employment laws, organizational design, talent management, and culture/change management.
Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment in decision‑making.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to analyze and synthesize key insights gleaned from ER data and analytics.
Strong ability to build relationships across stakeholders to drive and deliver HR strategy.
Proven ability to balance multiple priorities, partners, and work streams.
Strong internal customer service skills demonstrated by responsiveness, empathy, and solution orientation.
Collaborative mindset with a strong drive to create a positive work environment.
Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
Excellent time‑management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Periodic travel to various facilities as needed.
SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR or SPHR certification preferred, not required.
What Sets RK Industries Apart
Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day.
Awards: RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry.
Benefits: Competitive benefits to support your growth and well‑being.
Philanthropy: We invest in the community through the RK Foundation.
Development: RK University and the accredited apprentice program provide hands‑on training and opportunities to advance careers.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
RK Industries, LLC is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
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