Senior HR Business Partner - Chalfont, PA

Pengate Handling Systems is a full-service provider of material handling equipment and solutions, helping businesses move, store, and manage products more efficiently. We design, build, and install conveyors, automation systems, and custom storage solutions tailored to each client’s operational needs. Our projects improve workflow, boost productivity, and enhance safety, delivering real, measurable results. With expertise across industries, we combine engineering know-how with hands-on experience to create systems that solve complex challenges and keep businesses running smoothly.

We are seeking a proactive and strategic Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team at our Chalfont headquarters. This person will be responsible for proactively identifying improvement opportunities and effectively carrying projects through the entire life cycle - inception, implementation, and sustainment.

What You’ll Do

Standardization of Employee Onboarding Experience

• Support implementation of an impactful on-boarding process that ensures a positive experience for new associates over their first 90 days
• Design and enhance structured onboarding programs to ensure new hires are set up for long-term success
• Partner with managers to create role-specific onboarding plans
• Facilitate new hire orientation sessions and onboarding touchpoints
• Measure onboarding effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement
• Promote a culture of continuous learning

Talent Development and Performance Management Programs

• Partner with functional leaders and broader HR team to build career development resources for associates.
• Support performance management process, partnering with managers to strengthen coaching and feedback skills as needed.
• Work with key stakeholders to establish a succession planning program, including a standardized process of identifying high-potential individuals, and standard approach to individual development plans
• Support managers in navigating critical conversations and if needed, implementing Performance Improvement Plans or Accountability Plans

Compliance and Regulations

• Ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as industry-specific regulations
• Stay informed of changes in labor laws and regulations that may impact the organization, and proactively communicate any needed changes to operating norms
• Have a bias for action with implementing regulatory or compliance corrections HR
• Recommend HR policy updates as needed, providing necessary guidance and interpretation to stakeholders.
• Assist with keeping the employee handbook up to date annually.
• Conduct regular meetings with business leaders to discuss workforce planning and identify HR strategies that support business objectives.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Lend support as needed when administering and managing LOA process and accommodation requests (ADA, FMLA, STD, LTD)

Employee Relations

• Serve as an unbiased resource for leaders and associates with regards to conflict resolution.
• Work with managers and employees to help solve any employee relations or people related challenges, keeping in mind precedence and business needs
• Promptly handle investigations to identify corrective solutions that will mitigate risk
• Provide 1:1 performance management guidance to leaders to ensure they are appropriately coaching, counseling, developing, or disciplining employees.

What We’re Looking For

• Proactive ownership of projects, initiatives, and responsibilities driving a collaborative mindset across the various departments
• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to independently engage diverse audiences, including frontline employees and managers
• Proven ability to design and enhance structured onboarding programs across multiple departments or locations
• Strong project execution and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to educate, influence, and indirectly lead individuals and people leaders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use professional discretion, treating confidential information with sensitivity.
• Strong project management skills, with experience defining project scopes, forming project teams, managing deadlines, and presenting results to leaders.
• Strong work ethic and highly motivated; sets and manages priorities, multi-tasks and pivots as priorities change
• Strategic thinker with an execution mindset; willing to work diligently to see ideas through implementation to ensure execution and sustainment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Labor Relations or related field required.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in Human Resources, with least 5 years in a business partner role.
• Experience supporting associates in a manufacturing environment and/or high volume of field-based employees is a plus.
• Experience using lean management tools when problem-solving is strongly preferred.

Why Work at Pengate

• Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Work in an environment where your ideas are heard and make an impact.
• Lead meaningful projects and contribute to operational excellence across the organization.
• Grow your skills through opportunities in Lean practices, data-driven decision making, and process optimization.
• Be part of a company that recognizes and celebrates success, both individually and as a team.
• Thrive in a culture that fosters professional development and continuous learning.

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and certifications.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Pengate Handling Systems is dedicated to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote and celebrate a diverse workforce and do not tolerate any discrimination. All human relations decisions will not be based on persons’ race, color, religion, sex, national original, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or citizenship. All potential hires are subject to pre-employment checks which include but are not limited to background checks and drug screenings. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation in completing an application, interview, or pre-employment requirement, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]