Human Resource Business Partner

Benefits and culture

Global Expedited Transportation Freight is offering an on site HR Business Partner role for SCM Operations in Ellabell, GA. This position provides dedicated HR support for drivers and SCM staff, guiding employee relations, policy compliance, recruitment coordination, payroll support, and collaboration with leadership to improve operational effectiveness. The role comes with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your team.

Salary: $57,000 to $62,000 per year

• Medical insurance is 85% company paid
• Dental and vision insurance are 80% company paid
• Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability are 100% company paid
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 80 hours annually
• Sick Leave: 40 hours annually
• Paid Holidays: 11 to 14 days annually
• 401(k) plan with 4% company match

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact for SCM assigned drivers and employees
• Address attendance and punctuality issues
• Manage performance processes and implement corrective actions
• Oversee workplace conduct, policy violations, and investigations
• Resolve conflicts between employees, supervisors, and operations management
• Ensure consistent and fair application of company policies and procedures
• Guide SCM managers on disciplinary actions, documentation, and escalation
• Support HR lifecycle processes for SCM personnel, including onboarding, transfers, leaves, and offboarding
• Act as liaison between HR, Operations, Safety, and Payroll teams
• Address driver-specific HR issues in coordination with Safety and Operations (non-safety determinations)
• Support recruiting activities for SCM Operations roles, including drivers and support staff
• Coordinate interviews, pre-employment requirements, and onboarding logistics
• Partner with recruiting vendors or staffing agencies as needed
• Monitor staffing levels and proactively flag workforce risks to HR and Operations leadership
• Support accurate timekeeping and payroll processing for SCM employees and drivers
• Review timesheets for policy compliance prior to payroll submission
• Address payroll-related employee inquiries and coordinate corrections with Payroll
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including FLSA and applicable DOT-related requirements
• Support the implementation and enforcement of company HR policies and procedures
• Maintain proper employee documentation in HR systems (e.g., BambooHR)
• Maintain a consistent on-site HR presence within the SCM Operations facility
• Build strong working relationships with SCM leadership to support operational effectiveness
• Provide HR guidance aligned with HR standards and operational realities
• Maintain accurate employee records and case documentation
• Prepare regular HR status updates and issue summaries for the HR Team Head
• Escalate sensitive or high-risk issues promptly and appropriately

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5+ years of HR generalist or HR manager experience, preferably in logistics, transportation, or operations-heavy environments
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. employment laws and HR best practices
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience supporting hourly, non-exempt, and driver workforces

Preferred qualifications

• Experience supporting driver populations (CDL)
• Familiarity with DOT-regulated environments (employment-related aspects)
• On-site HR experience within warehouse, terminal, or SCM operations
• Experience using HRIS/ATS platforms such as BambooHR

Technologies

Experience with BambooHR or similar HRIS platforms is relevant to this role.

Location and schedule

Full-time, on-site at the SCM Operations facility in Ellabell, GA. Frequent interaction with drivers, supervisors, and operations leadership. Some flexibility in work hours may be required based on operational needs.