Title: Human Resources Business Partner
Department: People & Culture
Reports To: People & Culture Manager
Who We Are
Thistle makes it easy to eat well – without overthinking it. Thistle was founded in 2013 with a mission to help people get and stay healthy while improving the sustainability of our food system. Thistle delivers fully prepared, healthy-by-default meals, snacks, desserts, and organic cold-pressed juices. We believe the health of people starts with eating real, whole foods, in the right balance, without the friction. We’re building a future where nutritious, sustainable food is accessible, craveable, and part of everyday life.
About the Role
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor to business leaders by aligning People & Culture strategies with organizational objectives. This role partners with leaders to strengthen employee engagement, leadership effectiveness, workforce planning, performance management, and organizational culture while ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies.
The HR Business Partner collaborates with leaders, managers, and employees across the organization to deliver People & Culture programs that support business performance and the employee lifecycle. This is an individual contributor role that influences organizational outcomes through strategic partnership rather than direct people management.
This is a fully onsite position. Regular on-site presence is required to effectively partner with leaders, support employees, and meet the business's operational needs.
How You'll Make a Difference
Strategic Business Partnership
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Partner with business leaders to align People & Culture strategies with organizational priorities and workforce needs.
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Provide strategic guidance on organizational effectiveness, talent planning, and employee engagement.
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Use workforce data and trends to identify opportunities that improve business performance.
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Influence organizational change by promoting inclusive leadership and effective people practices.
Employee Experience & Talent Management
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Support the employee lifecycle by partnering with leaders on onboarding, performance management, employee development, and retention initiatives.
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Champion programs that foster an inclusive, engaging, and high-performing workplace culture.
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Coach managers on leadership practices that enhance employee engagement and team effectiveness.
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Help implement talent management initiatives that support organizational growth and employee success.
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Perform other strategic People & Culture initiatives and responsibilities as assigned to meet evolving organizational and business needs.
Employee Relations & Compliance
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Advise leaders on employee relations matters, workplace concerns, and conflict resolution while ensuring fair and consistent practices.
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Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and People & Culture procedures.
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Maintain confidentiality while managing sensitive employee information and workplace issues.
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Partner with People & Culture leadership to mitigate organizational risk and promote policy compliance.
Project Management & Continuous Improvement
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Collaborate across departments to implement People & Culture initiatives that improve the employee experience.
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Analyze workforce metrics and recommend process improvements that increase organizational effectiveness.
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Support cross-functional projects that strengthen People & Culture programs and service delivery.
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Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes and improve operational efficiency.
What We're Looking For
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Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, Labor Relations, or a related field.
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Experience partnering with business leaders on employee relations, performance management, or talent management initiatives.
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Knowledge of Human Resources principles, employment laws, and HR best practices.
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Experience using Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), payroll systems, or related business applications.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive employee information.
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Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings or weekends, when business needs require.
Preferred Qualifications
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Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.
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Experience supporting manufacturing, food production, distribution, retail, or other operational environments.
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Experience facilitating leadership development or management training.
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Experience with workforce analytics and HR reporting.
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Experience implementing employee engagement or organizational development initiatives.
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Experience with Paycom or similar HRIS and payroll platforms.
Our Culture
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential values at Thistle. We know we do our best and most impactful work when we feel we are represented and belong. We're proud to actively recruit and hire talented people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”), including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, color, hairstyles, hair texture, religion or religious creed, age, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran or active military status, marital status, criminal record, genetics, retaliation, sexual harassment or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
