Associate HR Director - Epoxy

Westlake Management Services, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical seeks a seasoned HR leader to provide strategic, operational, and tactical human resources leadership to the Epoxy business and its manufacturing locations. You will be a trusted advisor to business leaders, aligning human capital strategies with objectives and driving organizational effectiveness.

You will lead the HR team, implement programs, ensure compliance, and collaborate with Corporate HR on enterprise initiatives to sustain growth and engagement across sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred.
• Experience/knowledge of global/multi-country responsibilities preferred.
• Professional certification such as SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, SPHR, or PHR preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including significant experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, or operational environments.
• Demonstrated experience across multiple HR disciplines including employee relations, labor relations, talent management, performance management, compensation, workforce planning, and organizational development.
• Previous leadership experience managing HR professionals and supporting multiple locations preferred.
• A valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card may be required.
• Required Behavioral Skills: Demonstrated commitment to Westlake's values and leadership behaviors.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align people strategies with business objectives.
• Proven ability to influence, coach, and advise leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate across functions, locations, and organizational levels.
• Demonstrated leadership presence, emotional intelligence, and sound judgment in managing sensitive and complex situations.
• High degree of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Adaptability and resilience in responding to changing business needs and organizational priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead employee relations strategies to ensure compliant, equitable treatment of employees through policy development, training, coaching, and issue resolution.
• Provide leadership to HR staff on employee relations matters, investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management practices.
• Direct labor relations activities including interpretation of collective bargaining agreements and contract negotiations support.
• Coach and develop HR staff on labor relations and contract compliance.
• Partner with business leaders to design organizational structures, workforce plans, succession strategies, and performance management processes.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to develop workforce strategies and talent pipelines for technical and leadership roles.
• Work with HR Centers of Excellence to standardize core HR processes and leverage technology.
• Analyze workforce metrics to develop talent, compensation, and retention strategies.
• Oversee salary administration to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Support change management initiatives and corporate HR projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Employee relations leadership

Labor relations

Strategic HR partner

Talent development

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/IR/Business

Master’s degree preferred

SHRM-SCP/SHRM-CP or SPHR/PHR preferred

15+ years HR manufacturing experience

TWIC credential may be required

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

SUMMARY

This key leadership role is responsible for providing strategic, operational, and tactical human resources leadership and support to the Epoxy business and its manufacturing locations. This position serves as a trusted advisor to business leaders, ensuring that human capital strategies align with organizational objectives and support sustainable business growth. The role provides leadership and direction to HR staff and oversees the implementation of HR programs, policies, and practices that drive organizational effectiveness, talent development, employee engagement, and operational excellence. The position also collaborates with Corporate Human Resources on enterprise-wide initiatives and ensures consistent application of HR policies, practices, and compliance requirements across the client group.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead employee relations strategies and activities to ensure equitable, consistent, and legally compliant treatment of employees through policy development, training, coaching, and issue resolution.
• Provide leadership and guidance to HR team members on employee relations matters, investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management practices.
• Direct labor relations activities, including interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements, contract negotiations support, grievance management, and partnership with business leaders on labor matters.
• Coach and develop HR staff on labor relations, collective bargaining administration, and contract compliance.
• Partner with business leaders to design and implement organizational structures, workforce plans, succession strategies, performance management processes, and talent development initiatives that support business objectives.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to develop workforce strategies, strengthen talent pipelines, and improve access to critical technical, operational, and leadership talent.
• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to standardize and optimize core HR processes, leverage technology and automation, and reduce administrative activities to increase the strategic impact of HR.
• Analyze workforce metrics, turnover trends, labor market conditions, and business needs to develop talent, compensation, and retention strategies.
• Ensure competitive hourly compensation programs through market analysis, wage surveys, and partnership with Compensation COEs.
• Develop, manage, and monitor the annual Human Resources budget, including forecasting, variance analysis, and implementation of corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee salary administration processes to ensure internal equity, market competitiveness, and compliance with company compensation practices.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, provincial, and local employment laws, regulations, collective bargaining agreements, and company policies.
• Support change management initiatives that drive organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and business transformation.
• Contribute to and participate in corporate Human Resources initiatives, projects, and special assignments.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred.
• Experience/knowledge of global/multi-country responsibilities preferred.
• Professional certification such as SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, SPHR, or PHR preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including significant experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, or operational environments.
• Demonstrated experience across multiple HR disciplines, including employee relations, labor relations, talent management, performance management, compensation, workforce planning, and organizational development.
• Previous leadership experience managing HR professionals and supporting multiple locations preferred.
• A valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card may be required.
• Required Behavioral Skills: Demonstrated commitment to and embodiment of Westlake's values and leadership behaviors.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align people strategies with business objectives.
• Proven ability to influence, coach, and advise leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate across functions, locations, and organizational levels.
• Demonstrated leadership presence, emotional intelligence, and sound judgment in managing sensitive and complex situations.
• High degree of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Adaptability and resilience in responding to changing business needs and organizational priorities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required. Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

ABOUT WESTLAKE

Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com. Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®.

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