Strategic HR Director: Change & Optimization Leader

Daikin Applied Americas; Plymouth (MN); Hybrid; USD 113,800 - 213,290; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options + dental and

401K retirement plan with employer

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied Americas is seeking an HR Director, Optimization to lead strategic workforce planning and organizational effectiveness across multiple plants in the US. This executive role blends strategy with hands-on program execution, shaping leadership development, culture transformation, and operational improvement initiatives.

The role requires cross-functional collaboration, strong change management, and extensive experience in manufacturing environments, with up to 50% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• Master’s degree in HR preferred.
• 10+ years in progressive HR leadership with 5+ years leading organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Lead organizational design and workforce planning across multiple locations.
• Drive large-scale change initiatives and employee engagement programs.
• Partner with HR COEs to execute transformational plans within manufacturing environments.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Change management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Workday

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Master's degree in HR

PHR or SPHR

Tools

Workday

HRIS

Job description

Daikin Applied Americas is seeking an HR Director, Optimization to lead strategic workforce planning and organizational effectiveness across multiple plants in the US. This executive role blends strategy with hands-on program execution, shaping leadership development, culture transformation, and operational improvement initiatives.

The role requires cross-functional collaboration, strong change management, and extensive experience in manufacturing environments, with up to 50% travel.