HR Business Partner 2 at Torc Robotics

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Torc Robotics Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Robotics, Autonomous Vehicles, TransportationIndustries

Requirements

  • Serve as a strategic partner to all levels of management within their client group to anticipate, identify, and plan for people’s needs
  • Provide strategic coaching to leaders and managers within their client group to enhance team performance and effectiveness
  • Build manager capability in performance management, team dynamics, conflict resolution, feedback delivery, and employee engagement
  • Develop and nurture partnerships to influence and act as a bridge between business functions, leadership, and employees
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on HR policies, labor laws, and company values
  • Provide guidance to managers and employees on policy interpretation and applications
  • Guide leaders and employees through the talent management cycle
  • Shape and lead performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, and calibration in alignment with organizational goals
  • Ensure consistency and fairness in performance evaluations and development planning
  • Facilitate talent reviews and succession planning to identify and develop future leaders
  • Lead or oversee investigations into employee complaints, including harassment, discrimination, and policy violations. Document findings and outcomes and recommend appropriate actions
  • Ensure consistency and fairness in the application of policies and disciplinary actions. Partner with legal or compliance teams to ensure investigations are thorough, timely, and legally sound
  • Advise leaders and managers on handling sensitive employee issues (e.g., conflict resolution, performance concerns, behavioral issues). Identify ER trends and recommend proactive strategies to reduce risk and improve workplace culture
  • Conduct exit interviews for key roles, high potential employees, or sensitive departures to identify root causes of turnover, cultural issues, or leadership challenges. Share actionable insights with leaders to inform people policies, strategies and improve employee experience
  • Consult with managers to ensure strategic alignment, definition and execution of organization design, planning, and restructuring
  • Collaborate with business leaders to forecast talent needs aligned with growth objectives and define workforce plans for assigned client bases. Support execution against workforce plans with leadership, Finance, and Talent Acquisition
  • Analyze workforce data to inform hiring, retention, and organizational design strategies
  • Partner with Total Rewards to ensure competitive and equitable compensation practices
  • Support annual compensation cycles and provide guidance on pay decisions
  • Partner with Legal, Finance, People Operations team and Centers of Excellence, or other stakeholders to design, implement, communicate, and educate the business

Responsibilities

  • Partner closely with senior and executive business leaders across Torc to drive initiatives that reinforce our culture and values, support organizational change, and build scalable people practices
  • Contribute to company performance by providing tactical and strategic consulting on people and organization development strategies at the division or organizational level in support of business objectives
  • Build and maintain supportive relationships by being strategic business partners and advocates for employees

Skills

Performance Management
Employee Engagement
Conflict Resolution
HR Policies
Labor Laws
Leadership Coaching
Organizational Development
Talent Management
Strategic HR

Torc Robotics

Develops autonomous driving technology for trucks

About Torc Robotics

Torc Robotics develops software systems for self-driving trucks, focusing on Level 4 autonomous driving technology that allows trucks to operate without human intervention in specific conditions. Their technology enhances road safety and meets the logistics industry's growing demands. Torc Robotics partners with major truck manufacturers, like Daimler Trucks, and collaborates with companies such as Luminar Technologies to integrate advanced sensors into their systems. They generate revenue by selling their software to fleet operators and truck manufacturers, while also providing ongoing support and updates. The company's goal is to improve efficiency and safety in freight transportation through their autonomous solutions.

Blacksburg, VirginiaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, Automotive & TransportationIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

A competitive compensation package that includes a bonus component and stock options
100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees
401K plan with a 6% employer match
Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation (available immediately after start date)
Company-wide holiday office closures
AD+D and Life Insurance

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Waymo and Aurora could impact market share.
Expansion into new markets involves significant operational costs and regulatory risks.
The strategic partnership with Daimler may limit alliances with other truck manufacturers.

Differentiation

Torc Robotics specializes in self-driving truck technology, focusing on Level 4 autonomy.
The company has a strategic partnership with Daimler Trucks for autonomous vehicle development.
Torc's modular products enable rapid integration of robotic systems for various applications.

Upsides

Torc is expanding operations to Texas and Michigan, enhancing market presence.
The company won the 2024 Top Software & Tech Award in the Robotics category.
Torc's focus on autonomous Class 8 trucks addresses aging workforce and rising demand.

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