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Director of Human Resources

Fabricated Metals, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Who Are We?

We build products and relationships that last a lifetime! No, really, that's what we do. We are a successful family business with a long-term record of steady growth, and we are determined to accelerate our trajectory.? Our diverse team members who speak 22 languages are passionate about their company and their co-workers. ?

Check out our website at? www.strong-hold.com .

We Are Not:

Fancy - as manufacturers we believe practical, clean facilities are required to make quality products and retain the best team. Transactional - we have long-term relationships with our team members and most valuable customers. Satisfied - we celebrate achievement, then set our sights on new goals. What We're Looking For:

As our Director of Human Resources, you'll shape the people strategy for our manufacturing and office teams, blending hands-on leadership with strategic vision. We are looking for someone who is:

Passionate about manufacturing and supporting the people who build products. A player-coach who balances tactical tasks with strategic leadership. Experienced in working with or on a leadership team, driving HR strategy. Competitive, metrics-driven, and committed to winning as a team. Emotionally intelligent, patient, and collaborative, with a knack for building trust and having fun. Skilled in compensation systems, with ideas to improve pay-for-performance models. Knowledgeable about leadership vs. management and the value of both. Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Leadership:

Align HR objectives with business goals, collaborating with leadership to drive organizational success. Confidently provide candid feedback and challenge peers to elevate performance.

Talent Development:

Design and execute programs to transform junior employees into managers, fostering growth across production and office teams. Mentor high-potential employees to build a strong leadership pipeline.

Management:

Leverage performance systems to set goals, conduct reviews, and rank team members, driving career growth and accountability.

Compensation & Benefits:

Optimize pay-for-performance systems and manage self-insured health, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans. Partner with vendors to enhance benefits while controlling costs.

Talent Acquisition:

Oversee the recruiting process and understand metrics to improve hiring success.

Policy & Compliance:

Develop and maintain policies on hiring, terminations, affirmative action, PTO, and workplace safety, ensuring legal compliance and operational efficiency.

Process Improvement:

Streamline HR processes to enhance efficiency and employee experience.

Requirements

7+ years of progressive HR management experience in manufacturing or distribution organizations. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field. Master's degree preferred. SPHR / SHRM-CP a plus. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel. Experience with Paylocity a plus.