People and Culture Lead with Tri-Rinse

Collaborative Strategies • St. Louis, MO

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About The Position

Collaborative Strategies, Inc. is conducting this search on behalf of TriRinse, a second-generation, family-owned agricultural and chemical container solutions company. TriRinse is seeking a People and Culture Lead to build and lead a practical, scalable people function across its multi-site operations.
As the organization continues to grow, this leader will ensure people systems and practices support both business objectives and team members. The role balances strategy with hands-on execution, strengthening leadership capability, organizational effectiveness, and cultural alignment through thoughtful use of technology, including AI and automation, to improve efficiency and scalability.
This role is best suited for a pragmatic leader who takes full ownership of the People and Culture function and thrives in both strategic and tactical work. The ideal candidate is a practical partner to leaders who translates people strategies into clear, workable practices that drive results. They bring strong business judgment, a bias toward action, and a commitment to building strong teams and developing leaders.
As a family-owned company, TriRinse values long-term thinking, accountability, and staying grounded in its values. This leader will play a key role in preserving and strengthening culture while supporting continued growth and evolution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• 10+ years of progressive human resources experience, including partnership with senior leadership
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive matters effectively.
• Experience leading and developing HR teams and collaborating cross-functionally.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Experience owning and optimizing HRIS platforms and people systems.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Acts with accountability and ownership, and follows through on commitments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a multi-site or operational environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the People and Culture Function
• Build Strong Leaders and Teams
• Strengthen Recruiting and Onboarding
• Enhance Organizational Culture and Effectiveness
• Drive Functional Excellence and Execution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees