POSITION DETAILS:

Job Type: Full-Time
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule: M-F, 40 hrs per week
Location: South Bend, IN
Travel: Minimal

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or related field from an accredited college or university
• SHRM-CP preferred
• 3-5 years Human Resource Business Partner experience preferably in the biofuels production/plant environment
• Experience working in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).

ABOUT US:

South Bend Ethanol, LLC, is the most recent plant acquisition. As a global leader in the renewable energy industry, this will be Verbio’s second US production facility following the successful commissioning of its Nevada, IA plant. The site will be developed over the next three years incorporating Verbio’s advanced engineering and operating technology practices. Verbio intends to expand and develop the plant into a modern biorefinery at an estimated total investment of $230 million.
VERBIO Vereinigte BioEnergie AG (VERBIO AG), with headquarters in Leipzig, Germany, is a leading independent manufacturer of biofuels and bioenergy in Germany and Europe. The company began producing biofuel in 2001 and today has approximately 900 employees at its locations in Germany, Poland, Hungary, India, USA and Canada producing biodiesel, bioethanol and biomethane (renewable natural gas), as well as feed, bio-fertilizers and other high-value by-products for the nutrition, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries, all on an industrial scale. VERBIO concentrates on the use of internally developed innovative and efficient energy-saving production processes. With its innovative processes and highly efficient production plants, VERBIO is a technology leader in the biofuels market.
In January 2018, VERBIO AG formed its US subsidiary, VERBIO North America (VNA), with headquarters in Livonia, Michigan, USA. VNA plans to build, own, operate, and finance biofuel facilities across the United States and Canada.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you meet the requirements of this opportunity and want to impact our mission, we encourage you to apply now. Please submit your application on our website at https://www.verbio.us/careers. A resume is required when applying, cover letters are optional and professional references may be requested later on in the hiring process.
Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a background check and drug test.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form (I-9) upon hire.
Verbio North America reserves the right to change job descriptions and wage scales at their discretion based on market and company conditions. Positions will be filled based upon experience, prior work history, education, and competency.
Verbio North America is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in is application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s).
Verbio North America is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization. Verbio North America makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary responsibilities are:

• Manages a full employee life cycle for the designated plant location.
• Ensures HR compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to personnel matters.
• Supports plant recruitment efforts and serves as the main point of contact for all plant new hires.
• Serves as a dedicated strategic business partner for the plant management.
• Provides mentoring and coaching to leaders and team members in the areas of talent development, employee engagement, performance management, etc.

Other Responsibilities:

• Oversees onboarding/offboarding process to ensure all required documents are collected and recorded.
• Assists with conflict resolution and investigations.
• Works with department leaders to develop staffing forecasts and ensure the right talent is in the right roles to meet plant objectives.
• Address employee questions on all HR related topics and directs employees to the right SME.
• Works with managers and employees to create learning and development plans; identifies gaps in training needs and resources and works with the training team to find solutions.
• Supports the Talent Team in developing and implementing strategies and processes necessary to achieve firm headcount and talent objectives.
• Works with managers and employees to complete performance review cycles.
• Assists with the benefits open enrollment process and ensures benefit enrollments and terminations are processed timely.
• Take initiative on various HR projects to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborates with the N.A. HR team to align with the regional processes, targets, and goals.
• Nurtures a positive working environment.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Starting salary is based on candidate experience, education and market pay for the role in the region. As a team member at Verbio North America, you’ll also enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefits package beginning day one, including health, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Company paid short & long-term disability coverage as well as AD&D.
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time with additional leave plans
• 11 paid holidays
• 15+ days of paid vacation time
• 5 sick days
• Automatic 5% employer contribution into a 401(k) account after 90 days.
• Career advancement and bonus opportunities
• Career Development: on-the-job training and skills development