HR Business Partner
Skills
About the role
Description
Join a team that is changing millions of lives
Transforming smiles, changing lives.
At Align Technology, we believe a great smile can transform a person’s life, so we create technology that gives people the confidence to take on whatever’s next. We revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system, and we have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation. Our diverse and collaborative teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
Ready to join us?
Role summary
This role is ideal for an experienced HR professional looking to partner with a growing manufacturing operation and shape the people agenda from the ground up. The HR Business Partner will support AFAB India by driving workforce readiness, talent initiatives, organisational effectiveness, employee relations, and culture-building efforts for the manufacturing site.
The role will work closely with plant leadership, functional leaders, and global stakeholders to ensure people strategies support business growth, operational excellence, workforce compliance, and employee engagement. This HRBP will serve as the primary people leader for AFAB India, partnering with leadership to build the workforce, culture, and organizational capability required to support rapid site growth and long-term business success.
Role expectations
Role expectations
Partner with AFAB leadership and global stakeholders to align people strategies with business and operational priorities.
Lead workforce planning and organisational design to support site ramp-up, expansion, and long-term growth from ground up
Partner closely with Talent Acquisition to hire and onboard critical leadership and technical talent.
Support leadership onboarding and integration to accelerate effectiveness and business readiness.
Strengthen leadership capability and team effectiveness. Drive talent reviews, succession planning and leadership pipeline development.
Lead employee relations activities, including performance management, workplace concerns, conflict resolution, and manager guidance.
Build a positive, high-performance culture focused on engagement, inclusion, accountability, and employee experience.
Drive change management initiatives associated with business growth, operational readiness, and organisational evolution.
Develop and implement engagement and retention initiatives to support attraction and retention of key talent.
Ensure compliance with labour laws, employment regulations, company policies, and people governance requirements.
Partner with Legal, Ethics & Compliance, and HR Operations teams to proactively manage employee and compliance risks.
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Talent Development, HR Ops, and global HR teams to deliver business outcomes.
Support implementation of enterprise HR programmes, processes, and best practices.
Leverage people data and workforce insights to support business decisions and workforce planning.
What we're looking for
What we're looking for
10+ years of progressive HR experience, including HR Business Partner experience in manufacturing, MedTech, medical devices, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, or other regulated industries.
Experience supporting manufacturing operations, plant start-ups, greenfield projects, or large-scale business expansion initiatives.
Experience managing blue-collar workforces, labour law compliance, contract workforce governance, and employee relations in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of employee relations, labour law compliance, and workforce management in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated ability to partner with senior leaders and influence business decisions through people strategies.
Experience working in a matrixed and global environment, collaborating with stakeholders across regions and time zones.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced growth environment.
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate business needs into practical people solutions.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using data to drive decisions.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.
Self-starter with a proactive, outcome-oriented approach and strong execution capability.
Complementary skills
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and HR analytics tools (e.g., Power BI).
Strong project management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Experience with HR metrics, workforce analytics, and data visualisation.
Strong process orientation with attention to detail and execution excellence.
Experience driving process improvements, automation, and operational efficiency initiatives.
Ability to navigate ambiguity, identify opportunities, and influence stakeholders effectively.
Sound like a good fit?
About Align Technology
Your growth and well-being:
At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:
Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.
Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.
Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.
Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.
Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process.
Discover Align:
We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.
Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another - ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.
We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.
At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.
As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.
Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being?
Explore Align's culture here!
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