Director of Human Resources

Our client, a manufacturing leader within their industry, has an immediate opening for the position of Director of Human Resources. This privately held company has been in business for decades and continues to experience strong growth year after year. Their operations include multiple manufacturing and distribution facilities, all located within the Chicago Metro area. The person in this role will be based at their Corporate Headquarters in the northern suburbs of, Illinois. This is a key member of the management team, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer.

Overview:

• Directs all policies relating to workforce activities across all areas of the company.

• Oversees the enforcement and interpretation of existing corporate employment policies and evaluate for changes. Plan and implement any recommended changes and improvements, including updates and enhancements to Company Employee Handbook.

• Manage a staff at all facilities, including the Plant Human Resources Managers, Corporate HR Generalist and Plant Human Resources Coordinators. Additional oversight of 3rd party staffing agencies and their on-site agency representatives.

• Manage relationship with Union employees and Union representatives and facilitate dispute resolution directly and through consultation and coaching of managers.

• Facilitate all hiring activities at all levels of the organization, including: recruiting, interview process and the selection of employees to fill any and all vacancies.

• Plan, coordinate and conduct new employee onboarding and orientation programs.

• Work in conjunction with the Corporate Safety Manager to investigate incidents and prepare reports for insurance carrier; Worker’s Compensation claims administration, OSHA reporting and OSHA compliance.

• Implement and coordinate all management training and development programs.

• Work in conjunction with the Corporate Controller and Payroll Manager in the oversight the company’s salary structure and wage rates, and employee benefits offerings.

• Direct the company’s annual performance review and compensation review processes.

Job Requirements:

• 10-15 years of related HR experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 7 years of management experience.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources

• Strong computer skills (MS Office, HRIS,) and analytical skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person