HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner

Hirschbach Motor Lines, Inc.

1 Positions

ID: 96121

Posted On 09/29/2026

Job Overview

Job Summary:

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic partner to employees and leaders, helping to align people strategies with business goals. This role provides day-to-day guidance on HR policies, manages employee relations issues, supports performance and development processes, and uses data to drive HR initiatives. HRBPs play a critical role in shaping employee experience, enabling effective leadership, and ensuring organizational alignment with company values and objectives.

Essential Duties:

Act as a primary point of contact for employees and leaders regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs

Provide guidance and coaching on employee relations matters, including performance, conduct, and conflict resolution

Support leaders in the performance management process by identifying concerns, assisting with documentation, and facilitating performance improvement plans

Interpret and apply HR policies consistently and in compliance with applicable laws and company guidelines

Analyze HR data to identify trends and provide insights to support business decisions and improve organizational effectiveness

Partner with leaders to implement career development and talent planning strategies, including building and maintaining job level frameworks

Collaborate with HR colleagues and cross-functional teams to deliver programs and initiatives that enhance employee engagement and organizational culture

Ensure accurate and timely data management in HR systems and maintain compliance documentation as needed

Assist in driving HR-related communications and change management efforts within assigned departments

Operates independently on most employee relations matters, including investigations and coaching

Provides advice to frontline and mid-level leaders on performance management, workforce planning, and policy application

Leads department-level initiatives related to engagement, communication, and process improvement

Uses data to identify trends, present insights, and support HR strategies

Contributes to program development and plays a key role in HR projects

Balances both tactical support and strategic advising responsibilities

Work Environment:

On-site & Office-based in a service-oriented environment with frequent communication and collaboration

Travel Required:  None

Schedule:  Monday – Friday, standard business hours

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred

3–5 years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations and leader support

Demonstrated ability to apply HR policies and employment laws in practical settings

Proficiency in using HRIS platforms and analyzing HR data to inform decisions

Ability to coach leaders, manage complex situations, and handle sensitive matters with discretion

Company Overview

Founded in 1935, Hirschbach Motor Lines has built a sterling reputation for delivering time and temperature-sensitive freight across 48 states. Today, the organization generates $1+ billion in revenue and has become the 2nd largest refrigerated carrier in North America with company headquarters in Dubuque, Iowa. Hirschbach strives to provide the highest level of service in the industry, offering a breadth of services including Dedicated, Over the Road, Expedited, Entertainment, and Logistics Solutions.

With a tenured history and vision for the future, our company culture drives us to be the best in the business, grounded in our All In To Win values. One key to trust is having a pool of talent and resources who are exceptionally competent, capable, and passionate for serving results to our customers.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our Company is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The Company is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Primary Contact

1722873707420

Katie Ruden

Talent Acquisition Partner,

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Job Details

Categories

Human Resources

Location

Dubuque, IA

Shift

First Shift

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors

Experience

2-5 Years

Company ID

1072

Job REQ #

# Positions

1

Start Date

20260929

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About the Company

Hirschbach Motor Lines is a refrigerated carrier established in 1935. Proudly family owned, Hirschbach's refrigerated fleet is among the newest, most fuel efficient, and environmentally friendly in the trucking industry. We specialize in delivering fresh and frozen products across the United States along with offering experience in handling dry goods. Hirschbach is a company built on strong relationships with our family of customers, drivers, employees, vendors, and partner carries. We welcome you to join our family!