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HR Business Partner

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Jun 2026

About the role

If you are a Human Resources Business Partner professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you in Elyria, OH. In this role, you will serve as a strategic partner to business leaders, aligning people strategies with organizational goals. You will play a key role in shaping talent initiatives, driving engagement, and fostering a high-performing, inclusive workplace where employees can thrive.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Drive and implement people strategy tied to the business strategy for assigned client groups as the key liaison for all HR functions
Partner with the Talent Acquisition team and functional leadership to drive the overall recruitment plan through to successful new hire onboarding
Serve as a thought leader and take a lead role on the development and implementation of HR programs and processes in Talent Acquisition and Talent Management.
Accountable for the end-to-end delivery of HR services, providing strategic partnership on talent strategies and processes relative to organizational design, workforce planning, performance management, employee development planning, and compensation
Provide meaningful consultation and coaching on employee relations matters consistent with all laws, regulations, and company policies
Facilitate and drive enterprise talent management processes and frameworks including the talent review process
Identify and partner on employee engagement initiatives as a key change agent to drive positive culture transformation
Partner with leadership to drive meaningful action planning as part of the employee engagement survey
Administer all HR policies and practices, serving as an employee advocate while also acting as a trusted advisor to Professional Tools leadership

Who You Are:

You enjoy a fast paced environment where you can be challenged with fulfilling work and opportunities to make an impact to the business.

For This Role, You Will Need:

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field.
A minimum of 3+ years of progressive experience encompassing all functional areas of human resources. A strong background in talent acquisition or talent management is preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of employment law and compliance requirements
Ability to build relationships with all levels of the organization inclusive of senior leaders
Proven ability to effectively coach employees and leadership through complex issues
Strong customer service attitude and collaborative approach
Knowledge of leave management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to extract actionable insights from data sets
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

PHR or SPHR certification is preferred

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

About Our Location:

Since the invention of the modern pipe wrench in 1923, the 25-acre RIDGID world headquarters in Elyria, OH has been developing tools that help trades professionals tackle jobs faster, safer, and more accurately. Today, more than 600 employees work in 734K sq. ft. of office and manufacturing space. The campus is also home to a factory tool service center and a state-of-the-art “schoolhouse” training center that educates and trains hundreds of tradespersons annually. In addition to the iconic wrench, the campus manufactures RIDGID battery hydraulic tools, pipe and electrical tools, and drain cleaning components, as well as Greenlee step bits and knock-out tools. Emerson’s Professional Tools business provides the industry’s broadest portfolio of advanced, reliable tools and technologies for the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage. Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are committed to encouraging a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their outstanding experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and div