We currently have an opportunity for a Director, Human Resources Operations at our Corporate Headquarters in Lake Forest, IL.

The Director, Human Resources Operations reports to the Executive Vice President- Human Resources and is responsible for the overall direction, planning and execution of Human Resources strategies across multiple plant locations for a Business Unit (BU). This individual is responsible for providing leadership enabling a workplace culture aligned to our values and driving operational excellence.  This position will act as the strategic HR Business Partner to the respective Business Unit Preside and Operations Vice President for the assigned BU and have dotted line responsibility for the Human Resources Managers within their respective plants.  We embrace and accept individual experiences and backgrounds to advance our culture where employees are aligned in the company’s direction, are valued for their contributions, have an opportunity to grow, and enjoy a sense of inclusion and belonging. 

You Will Have the Opportunity to Make Great Things Happen!

• Acts as a business partner to the Business Unit which also includes working closely with key stakeholders and functional partners to deliver company strategies and results.  Responsible for developing and/or delivering HR strategy and tactics for their Business Unit while ensuring consistency as needed across the organization.
• Consistently collaborate and plan across functional units to ensure alignment regarding priorities and deliverables. 
• Build a high performing Human Resources team by mentoring, coaching and developing Human Resources Managers/Representatives so they can act as leaders in their respective plants.   Manage and drive accountability for key HR and business metrics.
• Champion and build a strong and aligned workplace where employees feel heard, respected, have a sense a belonging, are treated equitably, and can reach their full potential. 
• Work with BU operations leaders to assess organizational capabilities and design effective organization structures to deliver business strategies.  Ensure the business has the right talent in the right position at the right time.  Select, retain and develop talent.
• Act as a business partner and subject matter expert with Operations Leaders to develop change plans and drive operational improvements.
• Serve as both a manager and leader for attracting, developing and retaining talent.    
• Provide direction for compliance with all Company, Federal, state and local laws in all areas of responsibility while driving best practices. 
• Provide oversight, support and guidance to operations leadership teams for employee and labor relations.
• Delivering other assigned HR projects and initiatives.
• Confidentiality is a key part of this role; employee information should be kept private as required by pertinent laws and regulations. 

Education/Experience

     Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field. 
• 10+ years of professional progressive experience in Human Resources leadership roles.   

     Preferred

• MBA or other advanced degree preferred. 
• PHR or SPHR/SHRM-CP certification preferred.
• Prior experience as an HR Manager in a union environment preferred. 
• CPG/Manufacturing experience preferred.    

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Prior team management experience combined with a proven track record of developing, coaching and mentoring a diverse team. 
• Proficient in MS Office. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills and the ability to communicate and influence at all levels within the organization. 
• Self-directed with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple accountabilities and multiple internal customers. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and challenge others to achieve/exceed performance expectations. 
• Strong organizational skills with strong attention to detail. 
• Solid project management capabilities with the ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously from origin through execution. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule during key business deadlines. 
• Must be team oriented with the ability to work on high collaboration and performance teams. 

Competencies

• Problem Solver – Identifies challenges, evaluates alternatives, and applies sound judgment to resolve issues and achieve effective outcomes.
• Intellectual Curiosity – Seeks information, asks thoughtful questions, and explores new perspectives to strengthen decisions and organizational effectiveness.
• Growth Mindset – Embraces learning, develops others, and uses challenges and feedback as opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Customer Centricity – Understands stakeholder needs and delivers Human Resources strategies and solutions that support business and employee outcomes.
• Goal/Priority Oriented – Establishes clear priorities, maintains focus on critical objectives, and drives accountability for results.
• Strong Collaborator – Builds effective relationships and works across functions to create alignment, solve problems, and deliver shared results.

Want to know more? Check out our website or connect with us on LinkedIn! Apply today to join a fast-growing innovative company!