Strategic HR Leader - Regional Manufacturing

Wabash; Lafayette (IN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabash in Lafayette, Indiana seeks an Associate Director, Human Resources to act as a strategic business partner across regions, shaping HR initiatives and policy programs. You will lead HR efforts spanning recruitment, performance, development, and employee relations within a manufacturing context.

The role requires a strong track record in leading large teams, managing change, and partnering with senior leadership to drive company goals while ensuring compliance with state and federal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration or related field.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced HR leadership roles.
• Minimum 10 years of HR experience with multi-site leadership.
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partners with senior leadership across multiple manufacturing sites to translate business goals into HR initiatives.
• Tracks KPIs to measure and predict HR outcomes.
• Leads organizational change initiatives and drives continuous improvement in HR programs.
• Advises site leaders on policies, performance management, and employee relations.

Skills

Strategic HR partnership

Stakeholder relationships

Change management

Leadership/people management

Recruitment lifecycle

Policy development

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Database management tools

Job description

Wabash in Lafayette, Indiana seeks an Associate Director, Human Resources to act as a strategic business partner across regions, shaping HR initiatives and policy programs. You will lead HR efforts spanning recruitment, performance, development, and employee relations within a manufacturing context.

The role requires a strong track record in leading large teams, managing change, and partnering with senior leadership to drive company goals while ensuring compliance with state and federal