Director Human Resources

DR Power LLP; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DR Power LLP in Whitewater, Wisconsin is seeking an HR Director to lead HR operations supporting business functions. In this role, you will partner with leadership teams to enhance employee engagement, talent management, and compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of progressive HR experience, strong consultation and communication skills, and a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business Administration. This position includes competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 8 years of progressive HR experience, including 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong consultation skills with leaders.
• Skilled in employee relations investigations and resolution.

Responsibilities

• Leads HR business partners supporting designated functions.
• Provides strategic HR consultation to improve engagement and retention.
• Manages performance, recognizes achievement, and provides feedback.

Skills

HR operations knowledge

Employee relations

Talent management

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

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From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.The Director, Human Resources is a key leader responsible for operationalizing HR strategy, ensuring high-quality HR services, and partnering with business leaders to develop a high-performing culture. This role manages a HR team that supports regional or functional business groups and provides guidance on employee relations, leadership development, talent acquisition, performance management, and workforce planning.**Major Responsibilities:****Strategic Leadership & Business Partnership*** Leads HR business partners supporting designed functions, locations, or plants* Provides strategic HR consultation to leaders on organizational effectiveness, employee relations, performance management and workforce planning* Partners with business leadership to improve engagement, retention and productivity**Talent Management & Leadership Development*** Develops and coaches leadership teams to strengthen managerial capability* Leads or supports major HR initiatives including compensation cycles, talent reviews, and succession planning**Employee & Labor Relations*** Ensures HR policy compliance and risk mitigations* Union sites – Manages labor relations, contract administration, grievance processes, and union partnership activities**Mergers**, **Acquisitions & Organizational Integration*** Supports M&A activities, including onboarding, culture integration, and organizational alignment**Leadership*** Selects, trains, coaches and develops staff, setting clear expectations to inspire, motivate, and engage the team* Manages performance, recognizes achievement, provides feedback, and administers progressive discipline when necessaryMinimum Job Requirements**Education*** Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, related discipline, or equivalent work experience**Certification / License****Work Experience*** 8 years of progressive HR experience, including 5 years in a leadership role**Knowledge / Skills / Abilities*** Strong working knowledge of HR operations, employee relations, and talent processes* Understanding of compensation cycles, performance management, and talent reviews* Working knowledge of HRIS systems* Knowledge of change management practices at team or functional level* Understanding of compliance, employment law, and policy interpretation* Strong consultation skills with leaders* Skilled in employee relations investigations and resolution* Ability to coach leaders on performance, engagement, and team development* Strong communication and facilitation skills* Skilled in applying analytics to site- or function-level workforce trends* Process management and HR program execution* Strong conflict resolution and mediation skills* Cross-functional collaborationPreferred Job Requirements**Education*** Master’s degree in Human Resources, MBA, or related discipline**Certification / License*** SPHR or SHRM-SCP**Work Experience*** Experience supporting manufacturing operations* Exposure to union environments* Mergers and acquisitions experience, particularly integration support**Knowledge / Skills / Abilities*** Working knowledge of HR systems and AI‐enhanced HR tools* Knowledge of change management practices at team or functional level* Project management skills* Understanding of compliance, employment law, and policy interpretation* Demonstrated ability to leverage AI-enabled HR tools – such as talent analytics or automation platforms – to enhance workforce planning and operational efficiency**Physical Demands**: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.*“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”*