Director, Human Resources

AMETEK, Inc.; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. in Waterbury, CT is seeking a Director of Human Resources to drive a global people strategy that fuels business performance and cultivates a high-performing, inclusive culture.

This senior leader will partner with executives across geographies to shape talent development, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, while guiding day-to-day HR operations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading HR in a global or matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted advisor to leadership, aligning HR strategies with business goals.
• Partner with global leaders to shape workforce strategies for scalability and innovation.
• Lead change initiatives to enhance organizational agility and engagement.
• Coordinate with shared service HR functions to execute global programs.
• Lead, mentor, and develop HR teams across geographies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Global partnership

Change management

Talent development

Operational excellence

Collaboration

Job description

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As a key member of the leadership team, the Director, Human Resources (HR) will drive a global people strategy that fuels business performance and cultivates a high-performing, inclusive culture. This role requires a dynamic leader who can think strategically, lead globally, and roll up their sleeves to drive and support day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate is a proactive business partner with a passion for talent development, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the business.

This position operates in a heavily matrixed environment, requiring strong collaboration and influence. The Director will have both direct reporting HR teams and will work closely with global shared service HR teams to align, drive, and execute HR initiatives that support both local and global business needs.

What you will do:

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP & BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the leadership team, aligning HR strategies with business goals to drive growth and transformation.
• Partner with global and cross-functional leaders to shape workforce strategies that support scalability, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Lead change management initiatives that enhance organizational agility and employee engagement.
• Act as a strategic connector between the business and shared service HR functions, ensuring seamless execution of business-wide programs.

GLOBAL TEAM LEADERSHIP & TALENT DEVELOPMENT

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing HR team across geographies, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Champion talent development programs that identify, grow, and retain top talent at all levels of the organization.
• Drive succession planning and leadership development initiatives to build future-ready teams.

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