HR Business Partner

Name: HR Business Partner Location: Lathrop, CA Job Posting Location - City, State: Lathrop, CA Work Type: Full-time Department: HR Business Partners

Description & Requirements

Come join our family at In-N-Out Burger!
We have an excellent opportunity for a Full-time Human Resources Business Partner based in our Lathrop, CA office*. The HR Business Partner will report to a Regional HR Manager of the HR Department. The HR Business Partner serves as a strategic partner and to our Stores and/or Business Unit Associates, Management, and the HR function to deliver value-added HR services, which include resolving Associate relations issues and providing HR policy guidance and interpretation.
*This position is full-time, in-office only.
General Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders on a broad array of HR issues, including coaching, counseling, performance management, workplace accommodations, conflict resolution, engagement, compensation and building positive work environments.
• Conduct internal investigations on workplace situations that may be highly sensitive, confidential, or complex and prepare all required documentation with a focus on issue resolution.
• Partner with managers on the development of corrective action and implementation of performance improvement plans.
• Responsible for the interpretation of HR policies and procedures, while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Provide analysis and recommend appropriate action and education to managers and/or associates on specific HR issues.
• Apply knowledge of progressive HR practices and key trends to address business issues related to areas such as training, engagement, staffing, and retention.
• Contribute to the development and facilitation of training seminars for leaders on various HR topics.
• Provide leadership development and training to all levels of Management to enable them to coach their team members effectively.
• Collaborate with HR peers to evaluate and to develop innovative programs and services.
• Utilize company HCM systems to provide management with valid and actionable HR data, KPI’s, and dashboards.
• Consult with Compensation on the Company philosophy around the merit and promotion processes, as well as supporting the Performance Appraisal process.
• Engage in other associate relations duties and complete HR projects as needed.

Skills Needed

• Associate Support & Conflict Resolution: Act as the go-to person for Associate concerns, complaints, and workplace conflicts. Helps resolve issues fairly and with care.
• Policy Guidance & Compliance: Advises managers and Associates on HR policies, performance management, and labor law fundamentals. Help to make sure decisions align with company standards and legal requirements
• Case Management: Investigates Associate relations cases, documents findings, and helps resolve issues like misconduct, harassment, or policy violations.
• Coaching: Partners with managers to guide Associate and leadership conversations, helping associates understand areas for growth and development. Delivers workshops on HR topics to Shift Managers.
• Communication & Documentation: Handles a high volume of HR inquiries and drafts clear, professional documentation to support decisions and case outcomes

Work Schedule + Benefits

• Full-time, Exempt
• May choose between a standard Monday–Friday schedule or a 9/80 compressed workweek, with core hours from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The 9/80 schedule provides eithe