Human Resources Director

LHH; Brea (CA); Remote; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company seeks a strategic Director of HR Field Operations. This remote role involves aligning HR strategy with business objectives across multiple manufacturing sites, requiring extensive HR experience and leadership skills.

Benefits

401(k) with match and profit sharing

Generous PTO and holiday policy

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience with union and non-union environments in manufacturing settings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to operations leadership and plant HR teams.
• Lead initiatives in talent management, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Master’s preferred

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Executive Recruiter | LHH | HR, Supply Chain, & Engineering

Director, HR Field Operations

Location: Remote (with up to 60% travel)

Overview

A nationally recognized food manufacturing company is seeking a strategic and dynamic Director of HR Field Operations. This leader will play a critical role in aligning HR strategy with business objectives across multiple U.S. manufacturing facilities. The position is remote, with travel to sites in the West and Midwest.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to operations leadership and plant HR teams
• Lead initiatives in talent management, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning
• Drive engagement, retention, and leadership development efforts
• Oversee labor relations, including union negotiations and grievance management
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Use HR data and analytics to drive strategic decision-making
• Mentor HR managers and support plant leaders in performance and capability development

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role
• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Experience with union and non-union environments in manufacturing settings
• Strong knowledge of HRIS systems, compliance, and performance management
• Proven ability to lead change and influence cross-functional leaders
• Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Experience

• Multi-site HR leadership in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Union avoidance strategy and experience managing collective bargaining agreements
• Training program facilitation from frontline through senior leadership

What’s Offered

• 401(k) with match and profit sharing
• Generous PTO and holiday policy
• Career growth opportunities in a performance-driven culture

Diversity & Inclusion

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone is treated with respect and fairness.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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