Director of Human Resources

JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Human Resources serves as a strategic partner to the President and Executive Leadership Team, leading the people strategy to support culture, business performance, and long-term growth. This role is responsible for talent management, leadership development, associate engagement, and fostering a high-performance culture across the organization. The Director ensures alignment with employment law and company-wide HR strategies, policies, and practices, while upholding consistency in associate relations, compliance, and organizational development. The Director also oversees the marketing and communications function to ensure alignment with employer branding, internal communications, and company culture.

PRIMARY DUTIES (ESSENTIAL)

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with the President and Executive Leadership Team to align HR strategy with business goals.
• Lead company-wide HR initiatives that support organizational growth and transformation.
• Shape and enhance the associate experience across all levels of the organization.

Talent & Culture

• Drive talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies.
• Champion leadership development and succession planning.
• Foster a culture of autonomy, mastery, and purpose to build strong, engaged teams.

Organizational Development & Compliance

• Ensure HR policies and practices are consistent, compliant, and aligned with employment laws and company values.
• Resolve complex associate relations issues with fairness and integrity.
• Oversee performance management systems and associate feedback mechanisms.

Marketing & Communications Oversight

• Provide strategic direction and oversight for internal and external communications, employer branding, and marketing initiatives.
• Ensure alignment of communication strategies with company culture and business objectives.
• Guide the planning and execution of events, recruiting campaigns, and corporate messaging.
• Review and approve key communications, ensuring clarity, consistency, and effectiveness.
• Monitor the effectiveness of communication strategies and adjust based on feedback and performance metrics.

Collaboration & Best Practices

• Collaborate with plant and headquarter HR teams to share insights and align on best practices.
• Support cross-functional initiatives that strengthen the overall organization.
• Monitor HR and communications metrics and provide data-driven insights to the leadership team.

COMPETENCY/KSA REQUIREMENTS

• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Change management and organizational development expertise
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in HRIS and data analytics tools

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or related field (Master’s preferred)

EXPERIENCE

• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience
• Experience overseeing marketing or communications functions preferred

Proven track record in leading HR strategy and managing complex people issues