HR Business Partner

Why Work at Banner?

For over 50 years, Banner Engineering has been at the forefront of industrial automation. We offer products and solutions including award-winning sensors, wireless solutions, machine safety, indication and LED lighting. From Fortune 500 leaders to innovative startups, Banner's award-winning products and solutions are helping companies around the world increase efficiency, reduce costs, safeguard equipment, and protect personnel. Our commitment to innovation shows through a continuous, market-driven evolution of products and technology. With engineers employed in nearly every major department, engineering is in our DNA.

Banner is a rapidly growing company that offers many personal development opportunities, an excellent benefits package, and a collaborative team of employees who are passionate about what they do.

Pay and Benefits

Banner Engineering is committed to offering competitive pay and benefits, including, but not limited to:

• 401(k) with match
• Student Loan 401(k) match program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Sales and Profit Sharing Eligibility
• Flexible work hours
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance

Base Pay Range: $65,000 - $105,000

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Position Summary

The HR Business Partner plays a key role in aligning HR strategies with business objectives for our corporate functions. This position partners closely with leaders and the HR team to drive organizational effectiveness, talent development, and employee engagement. Operating at both a strategic and hands-on level, the HR Business Partner provides consultative support to leaders in areas such as workforce planning, performance management, and organizational development.

This position is based on site at our corporate office in Plymouth, MN (with some occasional work from home flexibility) and reports to the Director of HR. 

What You’ll Be Doing

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working collaboratively and making a meaningful impact across teams and projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor and primary HR contact for assigned corporate business units (e.g. Engineering, Sales, and Marketing).
• Collaborate with leaders to understand their business needs and align HR strategies with business goals.
• Collaborate with leaders on workforce planning activities such as headcount planning, forecasting, and talent pipeline development; use HR metrics to identify trends and support data-driven decisions.  
• Support organizational transformation efforts and change management initiatives.
• Provide guidance and coaching to managers on employee relations, performance management, talent development, recognition, and retention.
• Ensure thorough documentation of employee relations matters, investigations, performance management, and other sensitive HR activities.
• Identify manager needs and design and deliver manager training programs.
• Assess employee and future leader skill gaps; partner with Training & Development to implement targeted learning solutions.
• Collaborate with HR Director to support succession planning; facilitate talent reviews and stay interviews.
• Partner with HR Generalists to support promotion processes.
• Analyze employee engagement, spot survey, retention, and exit interview data to identify trends and recommend action plans.
• Support compensation planning and market benchmarking in partnership with Total Rewards Analyst.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies; consult with HR Generalists on policy updates as needed.
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional HR projects and initiatives to support team goals.
• Track and report on metrics and progress, ensuring visibility of outcomes.
• Maintain accurate HR data and ensure integrity across systems.
• Help identify opportunities to improve HR systems and workflows; act as a liaison between business units and HRIS / IT teams.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information and HR-related data, exercising sound judgement and discretion in all interactions and communications.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Table

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and regular attendance is required. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

Required

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, including consultative HR Business Partner or Generalist role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field (equivalent experience may be considered).
• Proven ability to influence and build relationships with leaders at all levels.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience leading or supporting organizational change initiatives.
• Demonstrated success leading HR initiatives and managing multiple priorities.
• Solid understanding of U.S. employment laws and HR best practices.

 Preferred

• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP).
• Proficiency in HR platforms such as UKG Pro.
• Familiarity with digital collaboration tools (e.g. Teams, One Drive).
• Background supporting engineering or sales teams.
• Experience supporting corporate functions across departments and in a matrixed environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but may lead projects or coordinate efforts across departments.

What to Expect at Work

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

• Sit for up to 8 hours per day.
• Some walking or standing.
• Exposed to a computer screen for extended periods.
• May require repetitive motions such as utilize a computer mouse, keyboard, computer, and other standard office equipment.
• Communicate with others frequently.
• Ability to work on-site in an office environment.

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those you may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Corporate office environment – indoor and climate-controlled
• Frequent interaction with internal departments and cross-functional teams as well as employees across all levels of the organization, including entry-level staff to executive leadership.
• Standard business hours Monday through Friday; occasional overtime may be required

Core Values

Customer Driven, Accountability Focused, Integrity Always, New Solutions – Every Day

If you excel in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are looking for meaningful challenges and opportunities to grow, you’ll find a great fit here. Banner Engineering is a premier employer headquartered in MN, offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development as we rapidly grow in the Industrial Automation industry.

Banner Engineering is an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V