Human Resources Director

Sofidel America; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofidel America is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director to lead HR functions across its U.S. operations. The role is pivotal in driving growth, supporting operational excellence, and fostering a high-performance culture. The ideal candidate should have extensive HR leadership experience in manufacturing, strong organizational development skills, and a commitment to compliance and employee engagement.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• Proven success in a multi-site, union/non-union manufacturing environment.
• Professional HR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies to support business goals.
• Manage labor relations, including union negotiations.
• Lead recruiting strategies across corporate and plant operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship Building

Organizational Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Master’s or MBA

Tools

HRIS platforms

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Sofidel America

Sofidel America, a global leader in the tissue paper industry, is seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Director to lead the HR function across its U.S. operations. This role is critical in advancing our growth strategy, supporting operational excellence, and fostering a high-performance, people-first culture aligned with Sofidel’s global values.

The ideal candidate will bring senior HR leadership experience in union and non-union manufacturing environments, with a strong background in organizational development, talent management, employee relations, compliance, and workforce planning.

This position directly oversees core HR departments, including Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, Compensation and Benefits, Employee Relations, HR Compliance, HR Operations, and Health & Safety, and partners with business leaders to align people strategies with company priorities across corporate and manufacturing sites.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Serve as a key member of the leadership team, contributing to overall business strategy and decision-making.
• Develop and implement HR strategies to support business and operational goals.
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
• Lead recruiting strategies across corporate and plant operations to attract top talent.
• Oversee workforce planning and talent pipeline development through partnerships with schools, universities, and community organizations.
• Manage labor relations, including union negotiations, grievance resolution, and contract compliance.
• Provide HR guidance and legal compliance support to plant leadership.
• Lead succession planning, performance management, and employee development initiatives.
• Direct compensation and benefits programs that are competitive, cost-effective, and compliant.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws (e.g., FLSA, OSHA, FMLA, EEO, ADA).
• Identify and mitigate HR-related risks through training, audits, and internal controls.
• Maintain and update HR policies and employee handbooks in line with legal requirements and corporate standards.
• Oversee HR systems (e.g., Paycor, SAP SuccessFactors) and deliver data-driven HR insights.
• Manage HR departmental budgeting and resources.
• Provide leadership to a geographically dispersed HR team, including Plant HR and Health & Safety staff.
• Ability to travel to manufacturing sites across the U.S. to support plant-level HR and safety initiatives through regular site visits.
• Promote consistency in HR practices while allowing flexibility for site-specific needs.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, with 5+ years in manufacturing.
• Proven success in a multi-site, union/non-union manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. labor law and occupational safety regulations.
• Demonstrated experience leading multiple HR functions, including Health & Safety.
• Effective communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in organizational change management and workforce development.
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms (e.g., Paycor, SAP SuccessFactors) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel to U.S. manufacturing facilities.
• Professional HR certification (SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent) required.
• Safety-related certification (e.g., OSHA 30, CSP) is a plus.

Why Join Sofidel America?

• Lead strategic HR and safety initiatives for one of the fastest-growing tissue manufacturers in North America.
• Join a dynamic, values-driven organization committed to sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with strong executive leadership support.
• Help align U.S. HR strategy with the broader Sofidel Group framework.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Sofidel America is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the spirit and letter of all federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal employment opportunity.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources, Management, and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing and Manufacturing

Featured Benefits

Inferred from the description for this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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