Director of Human Resources

STRATTEC Security Corporation•Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

The Director, Human Resources is a key strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing and integrating HR operations, talent acquisition, talent development, employee engagement, and employee and labor relations. As the organization undergoes a significant transformation, this role will be central to driving culture change, aligning people strategies with business goals, and building a high-performance, inclusive, and future-ready workplace. This position requires a hands-on, execution-oriented leader with strong manufacturing, engineering, and commercial experience-and a passion for shaping culture and enabling growth. The ability to craft HR strategy while simultaneously executing day-to-day initiatives across HR functions is essential. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in HR best practices, workforce transformation, and change leadership, with the ability to partner cross-functionally and influence at all levels of the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master's preferred).
10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience across HR operations, talent strategy, and labor relations.
Experience in a manufacturing environment with strong understanding of hourly workforce dynamics, union environments, and compliance requirements.
Demonstrated ability to balance hands-on execution with enterprise-level strategic leadership.
Proven experience partnering with engineering and commercial teams.
Experience leading or supporting cultural and organizational transformation.
Proficiency with HRIS platforms, HR compliance, and workforce analytics.
Excellent communication, influence, and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

Partner with the Chief People Officer to define and implement culture change initiatives supporting the organization's mission, values, and strategic direction.
Serve as a visible change champion, helping teams navigate organizational shifts, overcome resistance, and adopt new behaviors.
Lead HR-driven communication efforts to support transformation and organizational development.
Ensure cultural priorities are embedded in policies, leadership development, performance management, and day-to-day people practices.
Lead optimization of HR systems (HRIS) to drive efficiency, automation, and data integrity.
Ensure compliance with employment laws, data privacy regulations, and internal HR policies.
Drive consistency and clarity across HR processes throughout the employee lifecycle.
Engage in hands-on operational problem-solving and continuous improvement to support the business.
Manage the full immigration process, including H-1B, TN, L1B, PERM, and other work authorization needs.
Partner closely with legal counsel to proactively address employee-related legal and compliance matters.
Develop and execute innovative, inclusive recruiting strategies that reflect the organization's cultural evolution and workforce needs.
Partner with Marketing and Communications to develop and execute a comprehensive employer branding strategy that strengthens the company's reputation as an employer of choice within manufacturing, engineering, and commercial talent markets.
Ensure an exceptional, values-aligned candidate experience that reflects the organization's culture and future-forward employee experience.
Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition Specialist and hiring managers to improve time-to-fill, quality of hire, diverse pipelines, and workforce planning
Use talent market insights and recruiting analytics to refine sourcing strategies, enhance brand visibility, and continuously improve the hiring process
Support implementation of leadership development, succession planning, and performance management strategies that strengthen organizational capability.
Implement learning and development programs fostering continuous growth, adaptability, and a growth mindset.
Provide coaching to managers to support consistent, aligned leadership practices.
Oversee labor relations strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering transparent relationships with employee groups.
Support union and non-union teams through open communication and proactive engagement.
Provide guidance on employee relations matters to ensure fairness, consistency, and compliance.
Partner with internal leaders to address complex labor issues and maintain a positive, values-driven environment.
Lead employee engagement strategy, using insights and feedback tools to drive meaningful improvements.
Partner with stakeholders to support employee well-being, inclusion, and connection.
Analyze turnover and develop retention initiatives aligned with workforce and cultural priorities.
Use data and HR metrics to inform strategy, track progress on culture transformation, and improve HR processes.
Present insights to leadership to support decision-making and continous improvement.