People & Organization (HR) Business Partner

Company Description

TOMRA Food is a multinational organization and a leading provider of sensor-based sorting, peeling and integrated post-harvest solution for the food industry. Transforming global food production to maximize food safety and minimize food loss by making sure Every Resource Counts™, has been our strength for over 50 years. 

At TOMRA, we want people to innovate, show passion in their work and be responsible. We encourage the freedom to innovate and take risks that result in breakthroughs that challenge the status quo. We value passion that focuses and commits to meeting success. We believe in a responsible and safe mindset that takes care of our customers, products, and fellow employees.  

Job Description

TOMRA Food Americas are on an exciting transformation as a new regional organization and our People & Organization team play an impactful role in supporting the business success. We have a rare opportunity to be part of a small but mighty P&O team that are agile, dynamic and have fun along the way with a great team spirit. No one day will be the same, so you will enjoy being hands on and a true team player.

You will get the opportunity to work on a variety of exciting HR initiatives across North America as well as contributing to global programs and operate as a true partner to the business by creating and driving strategic people initiatives for your assigned portfolio. You will champion the TOMRA values and offer trusted advice, delivery and facilitation across a generalist spectrum of human resources disciplines, working closely with our passionate leaders to enable their teams.

Here's a sneak peek into some of what you will be doing: 

• Partner with your business portfolio to ensure the provision of timely, consistent coaching, advice, and support on all aspects of HR to our people leaders
• Problem solve and recommend solutions leveraging your experience, insights and access to knowledge to support your business areas 
• Work closely with your business area managers and other team members to  analyze, prioritize, and respond to the businesses people and capability needs to assist in the delivery of business outcomes 
• Participate in business planning processes for relevant divisions or teams where required 
• Provide general advice and support directly to local employees on some HR issues  
• Ensure a long term, sustainable solution focused approach is taken to all P&O matters, always endeavoring to enable the business to be at its best 
• Ensure compliance, support and adherence to all local benefits administration 
• Work with the employee experience team to design and deliver relevant and practical people solutions to support the business 

Qualifications

About you: 

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business, or similar 
• 5+ years in a Human Resources, either currently in a business partnering capacity or a senior generalist ready to take the next step    
• Excellent knowledge of local US employment legislation 
• Strong demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence at different levels across the business 
• Strong influencing skills, with the ability to achieve the right outcome to the business in win-win scenarios 
• Comfort dealing with ambiguity and shifting deadlines within a fast-paced environment 
• Ability to write policies, guidelines and other internal communications 
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from across the business 
• Knowledge of principles and practices of Human Resources administration, specifically including recruitment, onboarding, terminations, policy review and maintenance and HRIS administration

We encourage our Resource Revolutionaries to bring their authentic self to work and make a positive contribution to their teams and the wider business.

Additional Information

Why work for us:

You will have long-term career opportunities, with a globally renowned company and the following:

• Strong benefits offering with medical, dental and vision plan options that cover premiums at 100% for employees
• Be part of a renowned Silver Level 2023 Cigna Healthy Workforce Winning organization
• Healthy PTO policy with 31 days annually (sick, vacation, holiday) which increases with each year of seniority
• Be part of a mission to transform how we all obtain, use and reuse the planet’s resources to enable a world without waste
• Inclusive company culture that values diversity, well-being and strong camaraderie among our teammates
• Global career opportunities with a strong record for promoting internally
• Professional training and development: We are passionate about people and seein