Strategic HR Director: Manufacturing & Talent Growth

ATL-HAR Atlas Tube Canada, ULC

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Zekelman Industries in Chicago seeks a Director of Human Resources to act as a strategic partner to business-unit leadership, driving people strategies that support growth, workforce planning, engagement and organizational development.

The role requires strong labor relations expertise, business acumen, and leadership capabilities to influence talent strategies across HR functions while maintaining a compliant and high-performing workplace culture.

Qualifications

10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience in manufacturing or unionized environments.
Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field; Master's preferred.
SHRM certification or equivalent is a plus.
Strong knowledge of labor relations and employment law compliance.
Experience with workforce planning, performance management, and succession.

Responsibilities

Partner with BU leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business goals.
Lead talent acquisition, development, and succession initiatives across functions.
Direct employee relations, labor strategy, investigations, and corrective actions.
Ensure HR compliance with federal/state/local laws and risk management.
Oversee HR systems, data integrity, and analytics for decision-making.