Human Resources Business Partner

Who are IQE

IQE is a leading global supplier of compound semiconductor wafers and advanced materials. As the only compound semiconductor epitaxy foundry with a worldwide presence and scalable manufacturing, IQE drives technology growth. Our vision is to be the top provider of advanced semiconductor materials by delivering exceptional quality, service, and innovation, making us the first choice for customers. Our strength comes from our diverse, expert workforce and a culture built on integrity, accountability, excellence, teamwork, and valuing people.

At IQE, we are committed to reaching Net Zero and creating a sustainable future. We actively strive to reduce our carbon footprint, invest in green initiatives, and embed sustainability into everything we do.

Join us in driving meaningful change and making a lasting impact on the environment

About the role

The Human Resource Business Partner will support the CPO and the Head of UK HR with significant organizational change and wide-ranging initiatives, while partnering with the General Managers and leadership teams across our US sites. This role requires substantive and practical employee relations experience and employment law knowledge to coach and provide up to date guidance to stakeholders. The HR Business Partner will partner and share responsibility with the business leaders for the achievement of people goals and targets, as a member of the broader HR team; they will contribute to effective performance of the HR department and engagement of the employees within it.

Key Responsibilities;

• Actively contribute to the development, implementation and management of the overall business plan and objectives, delivering from a people perspective.
• Create, lead and advise on all aspects of the employment life cycle.
• Provide leadership and management direction in all HR and people related activities, ensuring timely and meaningful updates are provided and understood with actions progressed and closed out.
• Ensuring that the HR initiatives, processes and practices are fit for purpose and creating improved ways of working.
• Help drive a performance culture, creating and co-delivering L&D programs to improve overall business performance.
• Supporting ongoing organizational growth by identifying competency gaps and linking to IQE’s internal development offerings to support employee career development.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Interpret and apply human resource policies in employee relations concerns. Identify and clarify problems; conduct investigations, evaluate and suggest potential solutions; and provide coaching and counseling for managers and staff.
• Manage and administer health and welfare plans.Serve as EEO Compliance Office for Affirmative Action and maintain IQE’s Affirmative Action Plan.
• Manage leave programs and partner with HSE in managing workers compensation claims and return to light duty program.
• Responsible for ensuring IQE complies with the requirements for Labor and Ethics under the RBA Code.

About you;

• A minimum of 5 years of human resource experience is desirable.
• Experience with full-range benefit administration
• Experience with employee relations and conducting investigations
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, coaching and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent time management, organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Why should you join us?

Benefits

• Medical Insurance Coverage
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Dental and Vision Insurance Coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP) – variety of discounts and deals.
• Life insurance
• Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Long/Short Term Disability
• 401(k) Plan – Company match of 50% on first 6%

IQE is an equal opportunity and an affirmative action employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled), are encouraged to apply.

Want to learn more? Contact our in-house TalentAcquisitionTeam@iqep.com or visit our website Current Vacancies | IQE Corporate (iqep.com)