Director Human Resources

Yaskawa America, Inc.; Miamisburg (OH); Sur place; USD 150 000 - 210 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Yaskawa America, Inc. in Miamisburg, OH, is seeking a Director of Human Resources to provide strategic direction and leadership for HR functions, partnering with executives and department leaders to implement HR strategies, policies, and programs.

The role emphasizes policy consistency, regulatory compliance, and effective leadership of the HR team and service partners. The position oversees compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, employee development, and HR analytics across multiple sites,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; at least 10 years of HR leadership experience.
• Ability to read and interpret business regulations and write reports and procedures.
• Strong presentation skills for groups of managers, clients, and the public.
• Deep knowledge of employment laws, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to handle complex employee relations matters with discretion.
• Ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and influence business decisions.

Responsabilités

• Provide strategic direction for HR functions and leadership to HR personnel and service providers.
• Develop, implement, and administer HR policies, programs, and procedures for compliant operations.
• Lead employee relations activities including investigations, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Oversee compensation programs, market benchmarking, and salary structures to maintain equity.
• Supervise benefits programs, open enrollment, and vendor relationships.
• Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, development, and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Consult with legal counsel as appropriate.
• Monitor employee engagement, culture, and retention, and implement improvement initiatives.
• Oversee HR systems, payroll coordination, and reporting to ensure data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Develop HR metrics and reports for executive leadership.
• Provide safety oversight in partnership with Safety personnel.

Connaissances

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Regulatory compliance

HR analytics

Employee relations

Formation

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

Outils

UKG

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

The Director Human Resources role provides strategic direction and day-to-day leadership for human resources functions, working closely with executive leadership and department management to build and implement HR strategies. This position focuses on consistent policy execution, regulatory compliance, and effective leadership of the HR team and service partners.

Role Overview

Oversee and direct human resources activities by partnering with senior and departmental leaders to develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and programs. Ensure consistent application of company policies and adherence to applicable employment laws while leading HR personnel and external service providers to support operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic HR partner to executive leadership and department management, providing guidance on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, talent management, and initiatives aligned to business objectives.
• Develop, implement, and administer HR policies, programs, and procedures to support consistent execution, effective operations, and compliance with applicable employment laws.
• Direct employee relations activities, including workplace investigations, performance management, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and handling employee complaints.
• Provide guidance to management to support fair and consistent employment practices.
• Oversee compensation programs, including salary administration, market benchmarking, job evaluations, salary structures, merit increases, and promotional recommendations to maintain internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Direct employee benefits programs, including health and welfare plans, retirement programs, annual renewals, open enrollment, broker and vendor relationships, and cost management initiatives.
• Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, employee development, and succession planning initiatives to support staffing needs, workforce capabilities, and retention goals.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including employee leave administration, workplace accommodations, employment practices, and regulatory reporting.
• Consult with legal counsel as appropriate.
• Partner with leadership to evaluate employee engagement, workplace culture, and retention trends, and implement initiatives to improve communication, organizational effectiveness, and workforce stability.
• Oversee HR systems, employee records, payroll coordination, and reporting processes to ensure data accuracy, confidentiality, and efficient HR operations.
• Develop and analyze HR metrics, including turnover, staffing, compensation, and workforce trends, and provide reports and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Provide strategic oversight of workplace safety initiatives in partnership with Safety personnel and operational leadership.
• Support HR activities across multiple company locations, including international operations, in collaboration with local management and appropriate resources.
• Lead, coach, and develop HR personnel and manage external service providers and consultants to ensure effective service delivery and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive human resources experience, including demonstrated leadership and management experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, human resources practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex employee relations matters, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality, discretion, and integrity.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships across all organizational levels, manage competing priorities, and influence business decisions.
• Proficiency with human resources information systems (UKG), Microsoft Office applications, and related business technologies.
• Ability to analyze workforce data, develop recommendations, and effectively communicate findings to leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational initiatives, manage change, and work independently.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervise Human Resources and Safety personnel and carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Technologies

• UKG
• Microsoft Office

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Location and Work Setting

Onsite in Miamisburg, OH.

Minimum Experience

10 years