Human Resources Director

Generac Power Systems; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems Inc. is seeking a Director of Human Resources to operationalize HR strategy, lead a regional HR team, and partner with business leaders to foster a high-performing culture.

The role guides employee relations, leadership development, talent acquisition, performance management, and workforce planning. The position leads HR initiatives across manufacturing and enterprise functions, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment with business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Master's degree preferred (MBA or related).
• SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leads HR business partners supporting designated functions, locations, or plants.
• Provides strategic HR consultation on organizational effectiveness, employee relations and workforce planning.
• Develops leadership capabilities through coaching and leadership development.
• Oversees compensation cycles, talent reviews, and succession planning.
• Manages labor relations, union partnerships, and adherence to policies.

Skills

Leadership

Employee relations

Talent management

Performance management

Change management

Strategic partnership

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Master’s degree (MBA)

SPHR or SHRM-SCP

Tools

HRIS systems

AI-enabled HR tools

Analytics platforms

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?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 ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Business PartnershipLeads HR business partners supporting designed functions, locations, or plantsProvides strategic HR consultation to leaders on organizational effectiveness, employee relations, performance management and workforce planningPartners with business leadership to improve engagement, retention and productivityTalent Management & Leadership DevelopmentDevelops and coaches leadership teams to strengthen managerial capabilityLeads or supports major HR initiatives including compensation cycles, talent reviews, and succession planningEmployee & Labor RelationsEnsures HR policy compliance and risk mitigationsUnion sites – Manages labor relations, contract administration, grievance processes, and union partnership activitiesMergers, Acquisitions & Organizational IntegrationSupports M&A activities, including onboarding, culture integration, and organizational alignmentLeadershipSelects, trains, coaches and develops staff, setting clear expectations to inspire, motivate, and engage the teamManages performance, recognizes achievement, provides feedback, and administers progressive discipline when necessaryMinimum Job RequirementsEducationBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, related discipline, or equivalent work experienceWork Experience8 years of progressive HR experience, including 5 years in a leadership roleKnowledge / Skills / AbilitiesStrong working knowledge of HR operations, employee relations, and talent processesUnderstanding of compensation cycles, performance management, and talent reviewsWorking knowledge of HRIS systemsKnowledge of change management practices at team or functional levelUnderstanding of compliance, employment law, and policy interpretationStrong 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 RequirementsEducation Master’s degree in Human Resources, MBA, or related disciplineCertification / License SPHR or SHRM-SCPWork ExperienceExperience supporting manufacturing operationsExposure to union environmentsMergers and acquisitions experience, particularly integration supportKnowledge / Skills / AbilitiesWorking knowledge of HR systems and AI‑enhanced HR toolsKnowledge of change management practices at team or functional levelProject management skillsUnderstanding of compliance, employment law, and policy interpretationDemonstrated ability to leverage AI-enabled HR tools – such as talent analytics or automation platforms – to enhance workforce planning and operational efficiency“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.”