Job Description
Director, HR Field Operations
Location: Remote (with up to 60% travel)
Employment Type: Full-time | Salaried
Overview
A nationally recognized food manufacturing company is seeking a strategic and dynamic Director of HR Field Operations . This leader will play a critical role in aligning HR strategy with business objectives across multiple U.S. manufacturing facilities. The position is remote, with travel to sites in the West and Midwest.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic partner to operations leadership and plant HR teams
- Lead initiatives in talent management, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning
- Drive engagement, retention, and leadership development efforts
- Oversee labor relations, including union negotiations and grievance management
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
- Use HR data and analytics to drive strategic decision-making
- Mentor HR managers and support plant leaders in performance and capability development
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role
- Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field (Master’s preferred)
- Experience with union and non-union environments in manufacturing settings
- Strong knowledge of HRIS systems, compliance, and performance management
- Proven ability to lead change and influence cross-functional leaders
- Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Experience
- Multi-site HR leadership in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Union avoidance strategy and experience managing collective bargaining agreements
- Training program facilitation from frontline through senior leadership
What’s Offered
- Annual bonus eligibility
- Comprehensive health benefits starting day one
- 401(k) with match and profit sharing
- Generous PTO and holiday policy
- Career growth opportunities in a performance-driven culture
Diversity & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone is treated with respect and fairness.
Job Tags
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