We have met todays energy needs while planning for tomorrows for over 100 years. Beginning with the first modern generator the Rehlko Automatic Power & Light launched in 1920 Rehlko has been an innovative leader in energy resilience.

Our product range includes engines generators power conversion UPS systems EV components and electrification solutions microgrid controls and management clean energy solutions and much more that serve a broad spectrum of OEM residential industrial and commercial customers.

Our priorities are global: the stability from steady energy sources and reliable back-ups. The power to be able to harness energy and the freedom of not being dependent on an aging centralized grid. The confidence that clean energy solutions offer when it comes to a sustainable world and the commitment to keep innovating towards greater impact.

At Rehlko our team members are the essential energy that powers our organizations success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyones responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication proactively reporting hazards following protocols and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

Why You Will Love this Job:

Location: Kohler WI/Hybrid

The HR Business Partner at Rehlko is a strategic advisor responsible for designing leading and executing human resources initiatives that empower the organization to achieve its business goals. This role partners closely with people leaders to drive objectives aligned with Rehlkos strategic vision. Key areas of focus include talent assessment organizational development compensation inclusion and belonging performance management employee engagement and labor relations. The HR Business Partner acts as a catalyst for organizational agility and effectiveness championing Talent & Culture initiatives and collaborating with enterprise functions to deliver enterprise-wide HR solutions. Primary focus is commercial side of our Americas Region.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Strategic HR Leadership: Develop and implement HR strategies that support current and future business priorities ensuring Rehlkos human capital and leadership capabilities are positioned for success.

• Change Management & Communication: Proactively drive change initiatives and foster behaviors that align with organizational transformation. Utilize digital and social platforms to communicate effectively across all levels.

• Relationship Building: Cultivate strong partnerships with leaders and employees both onsite and virtually to nurture a culture that thrives in hybrid and remote environments.

• Talent Management: Lead efforts in talent attraction retention succession planning and development. Collaborate with business leaders to identify critical skills and implement cost-effective development plans that strengthen organizational capability.

• Coaching & Development: Provide coaching on performance career development and corrective actions. Support employees in navigating career paths and growth opportunities.

• Recruitment & Workforce Planning: Partner with regional HR teams to educate leaders on recruitment best practices and workforce planning. Manage executive searches and compensation program design ensuring alignment with Rehlkos inclusion and belonging goals.

• Learning & Development: Leverage enterprise functions to embed learning initiatives and leadership development programs into the business culture.

• Employee & Labor Relations: Collaborate with Labor Relations to address employee issues and regulatory compliance. Develop solutions to labor challenges and ensure risk management practices are in place.

• HR Analytics & Technology: Utilize WorkDay System and other HR analytics tools to monitor key HR metrics such as turnover organizational design inclusion and belonging. Use insights from WorkDay dashboards to inform talent strategies drive data-driven decision-making and enhance HR process efficiency.

• Inclusion and Belonging Initiatives: Champion Rehlkos commitment to a culture where everyone is trusted valued and heard. Embed inclusion and belonging into all HR processes support employee resource groups (Rainbow VALOR ) and leverage employee feedback platforms like Peakon to continuously improve strategies.

• HR Team Collaboration: Participate as a valued member of HR leadership teams to develop and execute HR strategies embed new HR operating models and drive enterprise-wide HR transformation.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree required preferably in Human Resources or related field.

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Human Resources preferred.

• Experience in organizational design and development is desirable.

• Professional HR certification (e.g. SHRM PHR/SPHR) is a plus.

• Demonstrated autonomy strategic planning project management and execution skills.

• Strong analytical decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including proficiency with digital and social media.

• Advocate for employee development and change management.

• Experience working with remote sales teams is preferred.

• Experience with WorkDay or similar HRIS platforms is highly desirable.

About Us

Rehlkoproudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities along with competitive benefits and PurposeCreating an energy resilient world for a better futureand Values: Curiosity Trust Pace and Excellence are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at addition to the investment in your development Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary health vision dental 401(k) with Rehlkomatching and more!

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities including but not limited to hiring job assignment compensation promotion benefits training discipline and termination without regard to race creed color ethnicity religion sex pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions genetic information age national origin citizenship ancestry caste mental or physical disability marital or familial status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information political belief or affiliation union membership status military status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by national state local or other applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national state local or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms privileges or conditions of employment because of a persons physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment please contact Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Our Values

Curiosity Seek learn share

Trust Go farther together

Pace Focus to go faster

Excellence Find the win every day