Director, Human Resources

Jobtailor

Alabama

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor, based in the United States, seeks a senior HR leader to partner with executives in shaping people strategies for manufacturing environments. The role focuses on workforce planning, succession, and performance management while ensuring compliance with labor laws and union-related considerations.

The candidate will drive HR analytics, policy development, and leadership coaching to improve employee experience and organizational performance in a complex industrial setting.

Qualifications

10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing, industrial, or unionized environments.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of labor relations, labor negotiations, collective bargaining, and employment law compliance.
Experience with workforce planning, succession planning, performance management, and employee development programs.
Strong analytical and technology skills with experience utilizing HRIS platforms and workforce data.
Strategic mindset with the ability to align HR initiatives to business objectives and influence leaders at all levels.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or equivalent HR certification preferred.
Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with Business Unit leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
Provide guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, talent management, and succession planning.
Serve as a strategic advisor to leaders on people-related initiatives and challenges.
Partner with Talent Acquisition to develop recruiting strategies and attract top talent.
Support and coach leaders through performance management and employee development processes.
Collaborate on career pathing and succession initiatives.
Lead training and professional development programs.
Foster a positive employee relations environment.
Provide guidance on conflict resolution, corrective action, investigations, and employee relations matters.
Develop workforce and labor strategies supporting operational goals.
Lead and support HR compliance efforts.
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Develop and implement policies, procedures, and practices that minimize organizational risk.
Maintain accurate HR records and documentation.
Oversee HR systems and ensure data integrity and process effectiveness.
Utilize workforce analytics and HR metrics to support business decisions.
Drive process improvements and technology adoption to enhance employee experience and HR service delivery.

Skills

Human Resources Leadership

Labor Relations

Workforce Planning

HRIS Platforms

Employee Development

Strategic Mindset

Coaching

Conflict Resolution

Collaboration

Influencing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree

Tools

HRIS Platforms

Job description

Partner with Business Unit leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business objectives
Provide guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, talent management, and succession planning
Serve as a strategic advisor to leaders on people-related initiatives and challenges
Partner with Talent Acquisition to develop recruiting strategies and attract top talent
Support and coach leaders through performance management and employee development processes
Collaborate on career pathing and succession initiatives
Lead training and professional development programs
Foster a positive employee relations environment
Provide guidance on conflict resolution, corrective action, investigations, and employee relations matters
Develop workforce and labor strategies supporting operational goals
Lead and support HR compliance efforts
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
Develop and implement policies, procedures, and practices that minimize organizational risk
Maintain accurate HR records and documentation
Oversee HR systems and ensure data integrity and process effectiveness
Utilize workforce analytics and HR metrics to support business decisions
Drive process improvements and technology adoption to enhance employee experience and HR service delivery

Requirements

10+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience, preferably supporting manufacturing, industrial, or unionized environments
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Strong knowledge of labor relations, labor negotiations, collective bargaining, and employment law compliance
Experience with workforce planning, succession planning, performance management, and employee development programs
Strong analytical and technology skills with experience utilizing HRIS platforms and workforce data to drive decision-making
Strategic mindset with the ability to align HR initiatives to business objectives and influence leaders at all levels of the organization
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or equivalent HR certification preferred
Master's degree preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive experience in Human Resources leadership, focusing on strategic alignment of HR initiatives with business objectives, workforce planning, and compliance with employment laws. Proficient in utilizing HRIS platforms and workforce analytics to drive decision-making and enhance employee experience.

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