Job ID: req4886
Job Category: Corporate
Location: Hamel, MN, US
Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Director, Human Resources
Flex Work Eligible! This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 workdays annually to work remote! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
Responsible for guidance and coordination of daily Human Resource (HR) operations for a given department or departments. This includes providing input to all relevant policies and programs, consultative services on organizational performance, and relevant HR data to help establish and review performance goals. Through collaboration, guidance, and strategic agility, this position ensures department(s) have the HR support required to build strong teams with attention to continued development that will drive continued growth and improvement.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Talent Management and Compensation
- Translates business strategy and organizational needs into progressive organizational performance solutions including organizational design, talent management, leadership development, change management, and culture change.
- Provide guidance to leadership on performance management and career development. Identify, develop, and implement talent processes to improve employee development, talent retention, and succession planning.
- Support the planning and delivery of a strategic compensation approach that supports business priorities, and pay-for-performance philosophy and is equitable.
- Partner with hiring managers on the recruitment process, participating in interviews, and advising on offers.
- Assists international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
Employee Relations
- Build engagement through all levels of the organization by creating a respectful and inclusive work environment while modeling the Company’s ICARE values and fostering cultural diversity.
- Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues by conducting thorough and objective investigations, providing recommendations for corrective action, and supporting leaders during employee performance management discussions.
- Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
Strategy and Training
- Support senior leaders on key areas such as building an inclusive and diverse team, creating a culture of belonging, and acting as a sounding board for all employees to encourage cross-pollination, collaboration, and high performance
- Translates the business priorities of their leaders into relevant HR strategies and monitors the effectiveness of organization performance programs using metrics and analytics in a way that brings value to the business.
- Analyzes key data and trends to drive organizational effectiveness and the development of a workforce plan aligned with business strategy and objectives.
- Identify and implement processes and solutions to improve the capability of leaders, managers, and employees through training and development initiatives.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Resources, or a related field.
Experience: 5+ years in various HR disciplines including staffing, training, employee relations, compensation, leadership development, talent management, and project management. Progressive roles in HR Management and Senior Human Capital Consulting. Additionally, 3+ years of union experience in manufacturing
Licenses/Certifications: Obtain and maintain Railroad Certifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: Experience in the rail industry
Licenses/Certifications: SHRM or HRCI Certification
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer
- May lift up to 30 occasionally
- Up to 25% or more travel, including international
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.
Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.
Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.
Starting pay for the position is between $80,503.20 – $100,629,.00.
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
REV: May 2025
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Job ID: req4886
Job Category: Corporate
Location: Hamel, MN, US
DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Director, Human Resources
Flex Work Eligible! This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 workdays annually to work remote! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
Responsible for guidance and coordination of daily Human Resource (HR) operations for a given department or departments. This includes providing input to all relevant policies and programs, consultative services on organizational performance, and relevant HR data to help establish and review performance goals. Through collaboration, guidance, and strategic agility, this position ensures department(s) have the HR support required to build strong teams with attention to continued development that will drive continued growth and improvement.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Talent Management and Compensation
- Translates business strategy and organizational needs into progressive organizational performance solutions including organizational design, talent management, leadership development, change management, and culture change.
- Provide guidance to leadership on performance management and career development. Identify, develop, and implement talent processes to improve employee development, talent retention, and succession planning.
- Support the planning and delivery of a strategic compensation approach that supports business priorities, and pay-for-performance philosophy and is equitable.
- Partner with hiring managers on the recruitment process, participating in interviews, and advising on offers.
- Assists international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
Employee Relations
- Build engagement through all levels of the organization by creating a respectful and inclusive work environment while modeling the Company’s ICARE values and fostering cultural diversity.
- Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues by conducting thorough and objective investigations, providing recommendations for corrective action, and supporting leaders during employee performance management discussions.
- Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
Strategy and Training
- Support senior leaders on key areas such as building an inclusive and diverse team, creating a culture of belonging, and acting as a sounding board for all employees to encourage cross-pollination, collaboration, and high performance
- Translates the business priorities of their leaders into relevant HR strategies and monitors the effectiveness of organization performance programs using metrics and analytics in a way that brings value to the business.
- Analyzes key data and trends to drive organizational effectiveness and the development of a workforce plan aligned with business strategy and objectives.
- Identify and implement processes and solutions to improve the capability of leaders, managers, and employees through training and development initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Resources, or a related field.
Experience: 5+ years in various HR disciplines including staffing, training, employee relations, compensation, leadership development, talent management, and project management. Progressive roles in HR Management and Senior Human Capital Consulting. Additionally, 3+ years of union experience in manufacturing
Licenses/Certifications: Obtain and maintain Railroad Certifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: Experience in the rail industry
Licenses/Certifications: SHRM or HRCI Certification
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer
- May lift up to 30 occasionally
- Up to 25% or more travel, including international
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.
Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.
Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.
Starting pay for the position is between $80,503.20 – $100,629,.00.
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
REV: May 2025
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ABOUT

Based in Hamel, Minnesota, Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. designs and builds some of the most sophisticated railway maintenance equipment in the world, delivering high quality products and services to our global customers. This is made possible by employees who are passionate about delivering advanced equipment, innovative solutions, and unrivaled customer service.
For more information about Loram go to:

Based in Georgetown, Texas, Loram Technologies, Inc. provides innovative solutions for the railroad industry. From our friction management application systems to our Aurora® track inspection systems, our products are technologically advanced, safer, more efficient, and more productive than traditional maintenance methods.
For more information about LTI go to:
http://www.loramtechnologies.com
Loram is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Director, Human Resources
Flex Work Eligible! This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 workdays annually to work remote! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
Responsible for guidance and coordination of daily Human Resource (HR) operations for a given department or departments. This includes providing input to all relevant policies and programs, consultative services on organizational performance, and relevant HR data to help establish and review performance goals. Through collaboration, guidance, and strategic agility, this position ensures department(s) have the HR support required to build strong teams with attention to continued development that will drive continued growth and improvement.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Talent Management and Compensation
- Translates business strategy and organizational needs into progressive organizational performance solutions including organizational design, talent management, leadership development, change management, and culture change.
- Provide guidance to leadership on performance management and career development. Identify, develop, and implement talent processes to improve employee development, talent retention, and succession planning.
- Support the planning and delivery of a strategic compensation approach that supports business priorities, and pay-for-performance philosophy and is equitable.
- Partner with hiring managers on the recruitment process, participating in interviews, and advising on offers.
- Assists international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
Employee Relations
- Build engagement through all levels of the organization by creating a respectful and inclusive work environment while modeling the Company’s ICARE values and fostering cultural diversity.
- Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues by conducting thorough and objective investigations, providing recommendations for corrective action, and supporting leaders during employee performance management discussions.
- Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
Strategy and Training
- Support senior leaders on key areas such as building an inclusive and diverse team, creating a culture of belonging, and acting as a sounding board for all employees to encourage cross-pollination, collaboration, and high performance
- Translates the business priorities of their leaders into relevant HR strategies and monitors the effectiveness of organization performance programs using metrics and analytics in a way that brings value to the business.
- Analyzes key data and trends to drive organizational effectiveness and the development of a workforce plan aligned with business strategy and objectives.
- Identify and implement processes and solutions to improve the capability of leaders, managers, and employees through training and development initiatives.
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