Millerbernd Manufacturing, a family-owned company since 1933, is driven by our core values: respectful and humbly confident, a positive attitude and solutions-oriented, a great reputation every day, loyal and united, working together, and results-driven. If these values resonate with you, we invite you to apply and join a growing team committed to excellence and shared success.
The Opportunity: The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) Manager, in our manufacturing team, you will champion the employee experience, providing strategic and hands-on support tailored to the unique needs of our production environment. As a working manager, you will be the go-to expert for employee relations, employee development, culture, organization design, and more. This is primarily an onsite role, leading a small team of HR Business Partners (HRBP).
Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) Manager
Location: onsite in Winsted, MN
Salary Range: $106,940 - $130,176/year (Exempt)
(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)
Incentive bonus opportunity: Freight Train Profit Sharing - Average of +$3.50/hour based on meeting goals
Schedule: Monday - Friday Business Hours
Shift Differential: 1st shift – N/A
As a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) Manager, you will:
- Lead and mentor the HR Business Partner team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
- Collaborate with leaders to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals
- Design and utilize organizational development strategies to enhance effectiveness
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements, reducing legal risks, and consistently executing company policies, programs, and processes
- Drive talent management initiatives, including succession planning, performance management, and leadership development
- Provide expert advice on employee relations issues, ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies
- Design and implement strategies to create a thriving and growth-oriented work environment
- Support and guide employees and leaders through transitions, acting as a change agent
- Conduct workforce planning and identify future talent needs to meet organizational goals.
- Analyze HR metrics to inform decision-making and strategic planning
- Participate in special projects and events, identifying business issues, and recommending solutions using supporting data
- Lead initiatives in areas such as employee communications, HRIS, and performance discussions
- Demonstrate a sense of urgency in addressing HR issues and driving timely solutions
- Interpret and explain HR policies and procedures to managers and employees
- Provide advice and counsel on performance management, dispute resolution, and corrective actions
- Administer HR programs, including disciplinary matters, disputes, investigations, performance, productivity, and morale
- Manage grievance and disciplinary processes, recommending actions and drafting related documentation
- Respond to inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, and lead investigations of complex cases
- Research and develop HR policies and technical solutions that support employee initiatives
- Stay updated on employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance
- Provide information on the ADA, FMLA, EEO, Affirmative Action, compensation, benefits, leave, recognition, and other programs to employees and managers
- Act as process owner for select HR domains, including employee communications, HRIS, and onboarding
- Promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Collaborate effectively with Learning & Development Manager, Total Rewards Manager, Marketing Manager and Talent Acquisition Manager
Role Qualifications as a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) Manager:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or related field
- Minimum of 7 years of HR experience, with at least 3 years in a business partner role in a manufacturing environment
- At least 5 years of Strategic HR Leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of US federal and state employment laws, including OSHA and Workers’ Compensation
- Proven experience in talent management, organizational development, and employee relations
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strategic mindset with strong problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Adaptable to changing priorities
- Team player mentality, with a focus on collaboration and support
- Ability to act with a sense of urgency when needed
- High level of confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive employee information
- Ability to drive the HR strategic agenda using knowledge of the organization
- Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Change agent and role model for leading cultural change
- Ability to solve practical problems and make decisions
What we offer for employment:
Comprehensive Benefits -
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
- Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
- Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
- Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
Financial Security -
- 401(k) with up to 4% Match – Immediate vesting
- Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
- This role is eligible for participation in the company’s “Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)”, a financial performance-based bonus program
- Payouts are determined by the company’s operational results and are distributed in the first quarter of the subsequent year
Work-Life Balance -
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
- Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
- Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles
Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.
We're an Equal Opportunity Employer -
Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.
Ready to shape your future with us?
Apply today and discover what’s possible at Millerbernd.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field
- At least 7 years of HR experience
- At least 3 years of HR business partner experience in a manufacturing environment
- At least 5 years of strategic HR leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of U.S. federal and state employment laws, including OSHA and Workers’ Compensation
- Experience in talent management, organizational development, and employee relations
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strategic mindset and strong problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Collaborative team-oriented approach
- Ability to act with a sense of urgency
- Confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive employee information
- Ability to drive the HR strategic agenda using organizational knowledge
- Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills
- Ability to lead cultural change as a change agent and role model
- Ability to solve practical problems and make decisions
- Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
What We Do
Driven by values and dedicated to growing a safe and secure company, Millerbernd is the industry expert in manufacturing lighting and traffic poles for the departments of transportation across the United States. We are a privately owned company of three generations founded in 1933 and located in the heart of the Midwest, Winsted, Minnesota. While primarily serving the departments of transportation through our pole business, we also offer two other products- Rings and Cylinders and Airfield Ground Lighting. Our Ring and Cylinder business provides various rings and cylinders to OEMs across the US via our non-waste production process. Our Airfield Ground Lighting business produces airport lighting structures serving global equipment distributors and installers in this market. With 650,000 square feet of manufacturing space and averaging double-digit business growth year over year, Millerbernd is proudly growing a safe and secure company not only for our employees and customers but also for the future.
