We are seeking a strategic and results-oriented Group Director, Human Resources to be a business partner for a significant portion of our manufacturing organization. This role works closely with divisional leadership to drive business performance through effective talent, workforce, and organizational strategies.. As a key member of the corporate HR leadership team, the Group Director will align people strategies with operational priorities across multiple manufacturing sites. This role requires a leader who can operate at both a strategic and hands-on level-building strong relationships with senior leaders while remaining connected to plant-level realities. The Group Director, Human Resources strategically promotes the McWane Compass culture throughout the organization. The successful candidate for this role will partner with divisions to provide guidance, collaborate with local teams to ensure solutions to HR issues, share best practices, coordinate workforce management, talent development and general compliance to regulations and laws. This position is expected to be a key member of the corporate HR function while earning the trust and respect of those it supports. The scope supports approximately 1,500 employees across multiple divisions. Responsibilities Strengths include communicating and building relationships with teams and leaders at all levels of the organization. Expertise and counsel must be provided in the areas of: 34 Serve as the lead HR partner to segment leadership, aligning human capital strategies with business objectives 34 Support workforce planning efforts, with a focus on skilled trades and hard-to-fill roles 34 Reinforce a strong safety-first culture in partnership with operations and EHS 34 Drive performance management practices that reinforce accountability and results 34 Champion adoption of HR processes, tools, and systems across the group 34 Driving continuous improvement within the HR function 34 Leading investigations regarding employee hotline calls 34 HR audit reviews; taking a partnership approach to ensure the organization and its employees are protected 34 Assess the HR teams for development opportunities 34 Coach HR leads and engage in facilitating training requirements as needed 34 Keeping The McWane Way in the forefront of all interactions 34 Building relationships with operations through a myriad of communication channels and plant visits Why Join 34 Opportunity to directly impact the performance of a critical business segment 34 High visibility role partnering with senior operational leadership 34 Organization committed to operational excellence, safety, and workforce investment 34 Collaborative HR leadership team with enterprise-level influence Qualifications 34 Demonstrated success supporting multi-site, hourly workforce populations 34 Proven ability to influence senior business leaders and drive results 34 Experience leading HR in decentralized, complex, and operationally intensive environments 34 Bachelors degree in human resources, psychology, business, communications, or other related field or with applicable level of work experience 34 Minimum 10 years of progressive HR, preferably in a manufacturing industry 34 Minimum 3 years of HR team leadership experience 34 Must have strategic mindset, business acumen, and ability to influence 34 Proven record in providing leadership in business settings including effective communication and interpersonal skills 34 Experience working in complex HCM systems 34 Knowledge of HR employment law at state and federal levels 34 Willingness to travel approximately 40% of the work time Preferred Qualifications 34 Prior experience in manufacturing 34 Union and contract negotiations experience 34 Advanced degree (MBA, Masters in HR, or related field) Additional Information Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.