Director of Human Resources (Manufacturing & Production)
Salem, OH 45365
Recruited by: Josh Slimmer | Recruiter | Jericho HR Group See all my Jobs

Hiring Company: Jericho HR Group
Industry: Manufacturing & Production
Compensation: to be determined
Expires: Feb 14, 2026

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Job Description

The Director of Human Resources serves as a strategic partner to the President and Executive Leadership Team, leading the people strategy to support culture, business performance, and long-term growth. This role is responsible for talent management, leadership development, associate engagement, and fostering a high-performance culture across the organization. The Director ensures alignment with employment law and company-wide HR strategies, policies, and practices, while upholding consistency in associate relations, compliance, and organizational development. The Director also oversees the marketing and communications function to ensure alignment with employer branding, internal communications, and company culture.

• Partner with the President and Executive Leadership Team to align HR strategy with business goals.
• Lead company-wide HR initiatives that support organizational growth and transformation.
• Shape and enhance the associate experience across all levels of the organization.
• Drive talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies.
• Champion leadership development and succession planning.
• Foster a culture of autonomy, mastery, and purpose to build strong, engaged teams.
• Ensure HR policies and practices are consistent, compliant, and aligned with employment laws and company values.
• Resolve complex associate relations issues with fairness and integrity.
• Oversee performance management systems and associate feedback mechanisms.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight for internal and external communications, employer branding, and marketing initiatives.
• Ensure alignment of communication strategies with company culture and business objectives.
• Guide the planning and execution of events, recruiting campaigns, and corporate messaging.
• Review and approve key communications, ensuring clarity, consistency, and effectiveness.
• Monitor the effectiveness of communication strategies and adjust based on feedback and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with Reliance, plant, and headquarter HR resources to share insights and align on best practices.
• Support cross-functional initiatives that strengthen the overall organization.
• Monitor HR and communications metrics and provide data-driven insights to the leadership team.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience
• Experience overseeing marketing or communications functions preferred
• Proven track record in leading HR strategy and managing complex people issues
• Manufacturing experience preferred