Director, Human Resources

Union Tank Car Company; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

Union Tank Car Company is seeking an experienced Director of Human Resources to partner with operational leadership and help shape our workforce strategy.

Based in Chicago with hybrid work options, this role leads HR across multiple locations, drives leadership development, and guides talent planning, employee engagement, and labor relations initiatives to achieve business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience
• Strong HRBP and people leader background
• Coaching, employee relations, and organizational development skills
• Experience with unionized workforces and collective bargaining a plus

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior HR leader supporting operations and leadership
• Partner with leaders on talent acquisition, workforce planning, succession planning
• Coach and influence leaders on employee relations and talent strategies
• Drive change initiatives and continuous improvement in HR
• Develop leadership development and employee engagement programs
• Support annual HR processes including performance management and compensation
• Lead and develop HR team members; drive high-impact outcomes
• Lead employee and labor relations strategies and contract administration

Skills

HR Leadership

HR Business Partner

Labor relations

Coaching

Org development

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's in HR

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Job description

UTLX As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Director, Human Resources with Union Tank Car Company (UTLX)

Basic Requirements

MUST RESIDE WITHIN COMMUTING DISTANCE OF OUR CHICAGO HQ OFFICE FOR A HYBRID (MINIMUM 2 DAYS/WEEK) ENVIRONMENT. CANDIDATES MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE USA WITHOUT VISA SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Chicago, IL (Hybrid) | Travel up to 40% | Manufacturing & Union Environments, Lead People and Drive Business Results

Union Tank Car Company is seeking an experienced Director, Human Resources, to serve as a key business partner to operational leadership and help shape the future of our workforce. This is a highly visible leadership role that combines HR leadership, labor relations expertise, talent development, and organizational effectiveness across multiple locations. If you thrive in a fast-paced industrial or manufacturing environment and have a passion for building strong teams, driving change, and partnering with leaders to achieve business goals, we'd love to connect with you.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the senior HR leader supporting business operations and leadership teams
• Partner with leaders on talent acquisition, workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational development
• Coach and influence leaders at all levels on employee relations, performance management, and talent strategies
• Drive transformational change initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
• Develop and implement leadership development and employee engagement programs
• Support annual HR processes including performance management, compensation planning, and talent reviews
• Lead, mentor, and develop HR team members while driving high-impact business outcomes
• Lead employee and labor relations strategies, including collective bargaining agreement administration and dispute resolution

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• 8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience
• Strong background as an HR Business Partner and people leader
• Exceptional coaching, employee relations, and organizational development skills
• Ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organization
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, repair, transportation, or related environments preferred
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) is a plus
• Experience supporting unionized workforces and administering collective bargaining agreements will be helpful

Why Join Us?

At Union Tank Car Company, you'll have the opportunity to influence business strategy through people leadership, partner with an experienced executive team, and help shape a culture focused on safety, engagement, operational excellence, and growth.

Ready to make a lasting impact? Apply today and help build the workforce that drives our future success.

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Pay Range: 170,100.00 - 207,900.00

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.

If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.