Human Resources Business Partner

Job Summary

Cresco Labs is seeking an HR Business Partner to support our Retail and Operations locations. The HR Business Partner will work closely with managers and employees on performance management, compensation, training, employee engagement and other matters as assigned. They will operate independently to support the needs of leaders and employees and will serve as the primary HR point of contact for their assigned locations.

Core Job Duties

• Collaborate with and coach assigned Store Manager(s), District Manager(s), Facility Directors and facility leadership, regarding matters of employee engagement to include day to day operations, communications, performance management, employee morale and areas of opportunity
• Provide leadership and counsel to assigned leaders when delivering HR solutions which enable a high-performance culture
• Work closely with management and employees to increase productivity and morale
• Identify trends, analyze data and propose actions to address any gaps or issues leading to an enhanced employee experience and/or improved processes
• Coach managers on performance management and employee conversations
• Resolve employee relations issues, by investigating complaints or concerns, recommending solutions and escalating to HR leadership as necessary
• Partner with operations, retail and HR leaders to conduct the annual performance review and goal setting cycles
• Monitor and ensure understanding and compliance with federal, state and local employment laws as well as company policies and procedures
• Partner with operations and retail leaders and HR partners to determine necessary training and development opportunities for employees
• Serve as an HR resource in a unionized environment, including interpreting and administering collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), managing the grievance process from filing through resolution, and participating in CBA negotiations alongside labor relations and leadership teams
• Manage the ADA interactive process by facilitating interactive conversations with employees and their leaders, evaluating accommodation requests, and partnering with the business to make informed and compliant determinations

Required Experience, Education and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or equivalent experience
• 5+ years’ experience in Human Resources, preferably in a manufacturing/warehousing or retail-based role
• Familiarity with a large non-exempt population preferred
• Prior experience supporting a unionized environment preferred
• Knowledge of labor and employment laws
• Complete understanding of HR policies and procedures
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office suite; experience with HRIS systems required
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to establish priorities and work independently
• Enjoys working in a start-up, fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel throughout the region 30% of the time
• Ability to work onsite 1 days/week (at our Kankakee facility, as well as adhoc travel to IL Retail locations), including some flexible hours for night and weekend work as needed

Pay Range

$95,000 – $110,000 USD

Benefits

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D. We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off. Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

Additional Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
• The company does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship for this role or any other position, now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship at any time.

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.