LHH is seeking a Director of Human Resources for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a manufacturing client located in South Bend, IN. This is a unique opportunity to join an innovative organization that is on the cutting edge and continues to grow and exceed expectations. In this role, you will lead a small HR team while supporting the strategic vision and growth of the organization. The HR Director will be responsible for providing leadership and oversight of all HR-related duties including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, talent development, policy creation and administration, etc. The compensation is commensurate to experience and ranges between $125,000-150,000 plus bonus and includes a comprehensive benefit package, Paid Time Off, and a 401K plan with a company match.

***Company will not sponsor applicants for Work Visas***

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement human resources strategies by establishing department accountabilities, including talent acquisition, staffing, employment processing, compensation, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management, safety and health, succession planning, employee relations and retention, AA/EEO compliance, etc.
• Evaluate options for improvement in employee satisfaction and maintain a positive workplace environment
• Ensure staffing of qualified employees by developing and managing the recruitment, interview, selection, and on-boarding processes
• Serve as a liaison between the management staff and all employees by appropriately addressing questions and helping to resolve work-related issues
• Organize and lead the HR staff by communicating expectations, conducting planning meetings, monitoring work, assessing results, enforcing policies, and ensuring quality and productivity standards are being achieved
• Develop and facilitate onboarding training programs and ongoing trainings for all employees for professional development, leadership, and management skills
• Evaluate and recommend training resources to support employee development
• Organize and administer company-wide performance management program

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Management and/or Ethics, or related field is required
• SHRM Certification is preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of Human Resource experience within a manufacturing environment is required
• Minimum of 5 years of management experience leading a Human Resources Team within a manufacturing environment is required
• Must have a core knowledge of and ability to collaborate with all areas within HR such as talent acquisition, compensation, employee relations, and benefits packages
• Must possess strong leadership abilities
• Must possess the ability to understand business financials and how HR can positively impact them
• Must have demonstrated ability to influence and align organizational strategies to maximize talent capability and behaviors
• Must have experience in partnering with colleagues in all levels of an organization to drive priorities
• ***Company will not sponsor applicants for Work Visas***

If you or someone in your network fit this profile and would like to apply for this Director of Human Resources Job located in South Bend, IN please submit your application alongside your resume using the link in this posting.

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