Barry-Wehmiller
Leader, People
Duncan, SC USA · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 12 days ago
Performance ManagementEmployee RelationsHRISLeadershipCommunicationPublic SpeakingOSHA
About the role
- Our strength comes from our people and the power of our brands - trusted names in packaging that are known worldwide for engineering excellence, application expertise, and lifetime commitment to customer success.
- Truly Human Leadership guides our belief that exceptional business results and profound respect for people together provide the foundation of enduring success.
- Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries.
Responsibilities
- Partner with People Business Partners and Shared Services on complex or escalated cases.
- Support coordination of safety incidents, including workers' compensation processes, clinic coordination, and return-to-work programs.
- Partner with site and operations leaders to reinforce safety practices, committee engagement, and compliance expectations.
- Recruiting & Workforce Support
- Support local recruiting efforts, particularly for manufacturing and front-line roles, including participation in interviews or phone screens.
Requirements
- Ability to sit or stand and work at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
- Ability to use a computer, keyboard, mouse, and phone for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to work in a variety of environments, including office settings and manufacturing plants.
- Ensure compliance with required employment postings, audits, and regulatory standards.
Compensation
- Support coordination of safety incidents, including workers' compensation processes, clinic coordination, and return-to-work programs.
Benefits
- Ensure effective management of team member documentation including medical documentation, accommodations, and employment records.
- Oversee local support for leave of absence processes and accommodations in alignment with centralized teams.
Company info
- BW Packaging is driving performance at the intersection of people, technology, and customer care. As part of the privately held Barry-Wehmiller family, we unite a global team of packaging experts with a clear purpose: People Who Care, Building Solutions that Perform. We take on our customers' toughest challenges as our own - delivering both innovative and enduring solutions that set the standard for value and performance. Our strength comes from our people and the power of our brands - trusted names in packaging that are known worldwide for engineering excellence, application expertise, and lifetime commitment to customer success. Truly Human Leadership guides our belief that exceptional business results and profound respect for people together provide the foundation of enduring success. We are committed to forging lasting partnerships with our customers, earning their trust through integrity, expertise, and execution. With our full range of packaging solutions and long term partnership and service, we help customers achieve operational excellence today while building the future of packaging together.
- Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.
- Job Description:
- The Leader, People plays a critical role in ensuring how culture and People practices are delivered across teams and locations, reinforcing care for people and the business through reliable execution, strong operational oversight, and consistent leadership.
- BW Packaging is driving performance at the intersection of people, technology, and customer care.
- As part of the privately held Barry-Wehmiller family, we unite a global team of packaging experts with a clear purpose: People Who Care, Building Solutions that Perform.
- We take on our customers' toughest challenges as our own - delivering both innovative and enduring solutions that set the standard for value and performance.
- We are committed to forging lasting partnerships with our customers, earning their trust through integrity, expertise, and execution.
- With our full range of packaging solutions and long term partnership and service, we help customers achieve operational excellence today while building the future of packaging together.
- By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.
- Owns the delivery and performance of People Operations, flexing support based on business needs while ensuring onboarding, offboarding, employee relations, safety, compliance, and core workflows are executed consistently, accurately, and in alignment with policies and legal requirements.
- Leads and develops team members, setting clear expectations, reinforcing standards, and enabling consistent decision-making across day-to-day operations.
- Serves as a key connector between People Business Partners, leaders, and team members-ensuring People programs, processes, and policies are implemented effectively and experienced consistently across the organization.
- Strengthens alignment between how People practices are designed and how they are delivered in practice, identifying patterns, resolving breakdowns, and driving improvements that enhance operational performance and team member experience.
- People Operations Execution
- Own execution and performance of onboarding, offboarding, and core People processes across teams and locations, ensuring a consistent and well-coordinated experience.
- Oversee Workday transactions, position management, and workflow execution, ensuring accuracy and data integrity.
- Ensure team member records, documentation, and compliance requirements are maintained in alignment with policies and regulatory standards.
- Oversee employee lifecycle processes including terminations, separations, and exit interviews, ensuring compliance with state and local requirements.
- Serve as an escalation point for team member and leader inquiries, ensuring clear, timely, and practical guidance.
- Employee Relations Guidance & Coordination
- Guide employee relations intake, ensuring concerns are managed with professionalism, consistency, and discretion. Gather relevant information and ensure appropriate documentation.
- Oversee fact-finding and investigations, ensuring appropriate documentation and alignment to policies and risk considerations.
- Provide direction on performance management processes, including disciplinary actions and performance improvement plans (PIPs).
- Ensure consistent and fair application of policies, practices, and employment standards.
- Apply and interpret federal, state, and local employment laws in day-to-day decision-making.
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