HR Business Partner

Description

At Refined Technologies, we believe operating with an eternal purpose fuels excellence. This guides everything we do; it gives us a purpose that is greater than ourselves. RTI is the leader in the chemical cleaning segment of the refining industry, providing patented chemistries, processes, and equipment for cleaning and treating units during shutdowns. While focused on clients, we are fueled by our mission to: Honor God Always, Help People Develop, Pursue Excellence, and Earn a Profit. 

We are a fast-paced, dynamic, and entrepreneurial-minded organization full of servant-hearted leaders. Want to know more about our culture? Check out the RTI Playbook. If you’re ready for your work to matter, we’re ready to hear from you! 

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on HR Business Partner to lead organizational development for a newly launched business line within Refined Technologies. This role will be instrumental in building a high-performing team from the ground up, ensuring a seamless candidate experience, and fostering a culture of excellence from day one. We’re looking for a servant-hearted leader with the ability to influence and drive impactful initiatives that enable teams to flourish! 

Requirements

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Act as a trusted advisor to business line leadership on people-related matters through effective relationships and engagement with business line Artisans and broader HR team and specialists.
• Actively engage in talent selection and champion the recruitment of high-impact individuals who will thrive within RTI’s culture and contribute to its growth.
• Drive organizational development through effective workforce planning, recruiting, talent/performance management and succession planning initiatives.
• Proactively contributes to the business decision making process by providing guidance and advice across all areas of the Artisan lifecycle.
• Advises leaders on appropriate resolution of Artisan relations and disciplinary issues. Investigates and resolves issues as needed, leading with empathy.
• Responsible for day-to-day HR decisions, ensuring that support and advice are aligned with corporate, business and functional objectives and strategies.

Talent Acquisition

• Partner with leadership to define hiring needs and develop job descriptions.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment: sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of top talent through proactive outreach and networking.
• Collaborate with external recruiters and staffing agencies as needed.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience aligned with Refined Technologies’ mission and values.

Onboarding & Integration

• Design and implement a scalable onboarding program tailored to business line needs, aligned with RTI’s established onboarding program.
• Coordinate onboarding logistics including orientation, systems access, and training.
• Serve as a cultural ambassador, helping new hires integrate quickly and effectively.
• Monitor onboarding success and continuously improve processes based on feedback. 

Additional Skills / Abilities 

• Demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion in all interactions, maintaining confidentiality and trust when working with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Thinks ahead and acts with intention, anticipating needs and changes in the business environment. Uses strategic insight and critical thinking to identify opportunities and deliver practical, value-added solutions that support both the function and the broader business.
• Balances consistency with adaptability, confidently managing routine responsibilities while remaining agile and open to learning. Embraces new challenges and contributes proactively to evolving priorities. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including recruitment and onboarding.
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws.

Additional or Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience supporting startup or high-growth environments strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and build processes from scratch.
• Passion for creating exceptional employee experiences.
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR)

Working Conditions / Physical Demands 

This role requires in-off