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People & Culture (HR) Business Partner

Location:

Shippensburg, PA, US, 17257

Position Type: Professional

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

What you will do

Would you like to help us build tomorrow?

Are you passionate about customer success? Would you enjoy working with a team of enterprising people who motivate themselves and those around them to develop personally and professionally?

At Volvo Construction Equipment, we realize our purpose through our belief in people and our philosophy. In Shippensburg, the People & Culture community creates the pre-requisites for an excellent employee experience, where we live up to the promise that we give to our people throughout the employee lifecycle. With our People & Competence strategy we support the transformation of our company towards our 2030 ambitions. We improve our performance as an organization by supporting new ways of working, leading and organizing.

The People and Culture Business Partner collaborates with leadership to design and implement plans that enhance employee engagement, organizational culture, and business performance. This role serves as a trusted advisor, providing expertise in talent management, employee relations, employee engagement & inclusion, and cultural initiatives.

Main activities and responsibilities for this role:

• Serve as a People & Culture Business Partner for Operations at Volvo Construction Equipment in Shippensburg, PA, which could also include Technology (Engineering), Purchasing, and Sales, as needed.

• Work closely with business leaders to understand their objectives and align P&C strategies with departmental and organizational goals.

• Champion and cultivate a positive, inclusive workplace culture through programs, policies, and initiatives that reflect company values.

• Design and implement engagement strategies, including surveys, feedback mechanisms, and action plans to improve morale and retention.

• Support P&C processes with a focus on competence development for the whole organization. Identify training needs, collaborate, and support the business in delivering programs that enhance skills and leadership capabilities.

• Guide teams through organizational changes, ensuring effective communication and support for employees at all levels.

• Act as a point of contact for employee concerns, mediate conflicts, and ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.

• Act as a champion for change throughout the organization.

• Actively participate in both regional and global P&C networks.

• Proactively build and promote strong employee trust and open communication among all levels of the organization.

• Support health and safety initiatives at a site-wide level in conjunction with our Safety and Core Values team.

• Define and implement the people and competence planning to support organizational development.

• Foster a growth mindset through data-driven problem solving.

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. We are looking for a team member with a customer focus who will be committed to the teamwork environment through being a resourceful team player who drives change within the organization. Maintaining collaborative relationships with team members, internal and external, is key to creating a successful and strong team. Experience with decision making and influencing ability is key in being able to drive the implementation and necessary changes. Excellent communication skills will ease both team and cross-functional work for allowing trustworthy network building. Your ability to coach leaders within the organization and drive continuous improvement is essential.

Education/Professional Qualifications :

• BS or BA in Human Resources or a related field preferred or equivalent experience.

• At least 5 years of experience as a human resources business partner preferred.

• Strong knowledge of organization competency development for both industrial workers and office workers, and experience managing competency programs.

• Strong personal credibility, integrity, and self-leadership.

• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in the Microsoft Office package (TEAMS included) and the ability to easily learn and utilize other computer systems/applications.

• Outstanding communication skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality required.

• Ability to manage, juggle, and prioritize multiple activities.

What’s in it for you?

We are pleased to offer a solid package of compensation and benefits. You will enjoy:

• Competitive base pay

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Generous Earned Time Off (ETO)

• Tax deferred retirement plans, varied by business; 401(K) with company match

• Global organization with expansive career growth opportunities

• Volvo Group University for professional and personal development

• Workplace health/wellness and reimbursement programs

• On-campus fitness center and café

• Avid approach to Sustainability

• Culture with a passion for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for all

• We also offer an array of additional benefits and programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier. We will gladly share this information and more at any time during the interviewing process or as part of your offer letter.

Ready for the next move?

• If you are curious to explore how we put our words into actions, follow us on LinkedIn and volvogroup.com.

• Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today!

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Who we are and what we believe in

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Part of Volvo Group, Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by our purpose to build the world we want to live in. Together we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world. By unleashing everyone’s full potential, we build a more sustainable future for all our stakeholders. Come join our team and help us build a better tomorrow.

Job Category: People & Culture

Organization: Volvo Construction Equipment

Travel Required: Occasional Travel

Requisition ID: 12817

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Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

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