HR Manager, Americas Power Systems

Why Work at Rehlko

We have met today's energy needs while planning for tomorrow's for over 100 years. Beginning with the first modern generator, the Rehlko Automatic Power & Light, launched in 1920, Rehlko has been an innovative leader in energy resilience. 

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, clean energy solutions, and much more that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers.

Our priorities are global: the stability from steady energy sources and reliable back-ups. The power to be able to harness energy, and the freedom of not being dependent on an aging centralized grid. The confidence that clean energy solutions offer when it comes to a sustainable world, and the commitment to keep innovating towards greater impact.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

Why You Will Love this Job:

Location: Kohler, WI/Hybrid

The HR Business Partner at Rehlko is a strategic advisor responsible for designing, leading, and executing human resources initiatives that empower the organization to achieve its business goals. This role partners closely with people leaders to drive objectives aligned with Rehlko’s strategic vision. Key areas of focus include talent assessment, organizational development, compensation, inclusion and belonging, performance management, employee engagement, and labor relations. The HR Business Partner acts as a catalyst for organizational agility and effectiveness, championing Talent & Culture initiatives and collaborating with enterprise functions to deliver enterprise-wide HR solutions. Primary focus is commercial side of our Americas Region.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Strategic HR Leadership: Develop and implement HR strategies that support current and future business priorities, ensuring Rehlko’s human capital and leadership capabilities are positioned for success.

• Change Management & Communication: Proactively drive change initiatives and foster behaviors that align with organizational transformation. Utilize digital and social platforms to communicate effectively across all levels.

• Relationship Building: Cultivate strong partnerships with leaders and employees, both onsite and virtually, to nurture a culture that thrives in hybrid and remote environments.

• Talent Management: Lead efforts in talent attraction, retention, succession planning, and development. Collaborate with business leaders to identify critical skills and implement cost-effective development plans that strengthen organizational capability.

• Coaching & Development: Provide coaching on performance, career development, and corrective actions. Support employees in navigating career paths and growth opportunities.

• Recruitment & Workforce Planning: Partner with regional HR teams to educate leaders on recruitment best practices and workforce planning. Manage executive searches and compensation program design, ensuring alignment with Rehlko’s inclusion and belonging goals.

• Learning & Development: Leverage enterprise functions to embed learning initiatives and leadership development programs into the business culture.

• Employee & Labor Relations: Collaborate with Labor Relations to address employee issues and regulatory compliance. Develop solutions to labor challenges and ensure risk management practices are in place.

• HR Analytics & Technology: Utilize WorkDay System and other HR analytics tools to monitor key HR metrics such as turnover, organizational design, inclusion, and belonging. Use insights from WorkDay dashboards to inform talent strategies, drive data-driven decision-making, and enhance HR process efficiency.

• Inclusion and Belonging Initiatives: Champion Rehlko’s commitment to a culture where everyone is trusted, valued, and heard. Embed inclusion and belonging into all HR processes, support employee resource groups (Rainbow, VALOR, Women@Work), and leverage employee feedback platforms like Peakon to continuously improve strategies.

• HR Team Collaboration: Participate as a valued member of HR leadership teams to develop and execute HR strategies, embed new HR operating models, and drive enterprise-wide HR transformation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Human Resources or related field.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Human Resources preferred.

• Experience in organizational design and development is desirable.

• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM, PHR/SPHR) is a plus.

• Demonstrated autonomy, strategic planning, project management, and execution skills.

• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency with digital and social media.

• Advocate for employee development and change management.

• Experience working with remote sales teams is preferred.

• Experience with WorkDay or similar HRIS platforms is highly desirable.

 

The Salary range for this position is $88,000.00-$111,150.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

 It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact [email protected]. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Our Values

Curiosity – Seek, learn, share

Trust – Go farther together

Pace – Focus to go faster

Excellence – Find the win every day