Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Job overview

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) role is onsite in Village of Williamsburg, VA, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Compensation is not specified. The HRBP supports CEL - Critical Power’s manufacturing and operational teams, including production, engineering, quality, supply chain, and warehouse functions. The HRBP partners with leaders and employees on workforce needs, employee relations, performance, and compliance. The role helps operational teams address workforce challenges, develop employees, and apply consistent HR practices as CEL expands its U.S. manufacturing operations.

What you'll do

• Partner with leaders on workforce planning, organizational needs, employee development, and HR strategy
• advise managers and employees on performance, attendance, conduct, policy, and workplace concerns
• manage employee relations matters and investigations
• coach managers on performance management and corrective action
• maintain a visible presence on the manufacturing floor
• support staffing, retention, hiring, onboarding, engagement, and succession planning
• advise on employment laws and policies
• analyze HR metrics
• support audits, compliance, and employee documentation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

human resources business partner

hrbp

employee relations

manufacturing hr

workforce planning

performance management

village of williamsburg va

cel - critical power

monday–friday

7 am–4 pm

onsite

5+ years hr experience

shrm certification

manufacturing operations

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Structured career development
• professional training
• leadership opportunities
• competitive salary and benefits are referenced, but specific benefit details are not listed.

Why this role

Requires 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years supporting manufacturing or similar operations, and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience. PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification is specified. U.S. work authorization without employer sponsorship is required.

About the employer

CEL - Critical Power is hiring for this role. Industry: Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing. Sector: 33.