HR Business Partner

West Fraser, Inc
Opelika, AL

Job Description

Job Description

The HR Business Partner will report directly to the mill manager. Pay will be very competitive and aligned with experience. The successful applicant must have a history of relevant work that will enable him or her to fulfill the requirements of the role. Experience in the wood-product industry is not required.

Responsibilities include:

  • Provide direct HR support to the Mill Manager and leadership team
  • Build an effective recruiting, interviewing, and selection process to hire quality hourly talent by developing and maintaining relationships with area trade schools, other local sources, and community outreach
  • Partner with Mill Manager to drive strategies focused on retaining employees
  • Embrace West Fraser values and become a positive culture driver for the facility
  • Recommend new approaches to effect continual improvements in department efficiency and streamlining of processes
  • Maintain hourly HR files in compliance with applicable state and federal requirements
  • Answer routine employee inquiries; interprets, administers and communicates company policies and procedures
  • Complete processes required to enter new hires and process status changes in HRIS system
  • Assist corporate HR with the Annual Benefits Enrollment process and drive Wellness program at the mills
  • Maintain HRIS records and compile reports from HRIS as needed
  • Ensure compliance with all West Fraser policies and procedures
  • Participate in and potentially lead hourly employee relations investigations
  • Assist in the hiring process by coordinating job postings both internally and on external job boards; perform pre-screening telephone interviews, assists with in-person interviews and reference checks and pre-employment drug screenings for hourly positions

Required Education, Experience & Skills

  • S/B.A. in Human Resources or related field
  • Two or more years’ experience in Human Resources – particularly in recruiting and employee relations
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational and record-keeping skills with ability to prioritize and multi-task
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain a high level of legal and ethical standards

Preferred Experience

  • Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment
  • PHR or SHRM-CP

Our highly competitive compensation package includes:

  • Benefits starting Day 1
  • On-the-job training
  • A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • 401k with company match plus an additional retirement contribution
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid vacations and holidays

Apply:

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser:

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).
We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace

Posted 2026-07-10

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