Senior Director of Human Resources

Davenport Machine•Rochester, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Brinkman International Group is seeking an experienced, hands-on Senior Director of Human Resources to lead the Human Resources function across the organization and its operating companies. Reporting to the President/CEO, this role serves as a trusted advisor to the President/CEO, Divisional Presidents, and operational leadership teams, providing strategic direction while remaining engaged in day-to-day business and employee needs. The Senior Director will develop practical HR strategies and solutions aligned with business objectives and the realities of Brinkman’s manufacturing environment, workforce, and culture. The role spans employee relations, talent acquisition, workforce planning, leadership development, succession planning, compensation and benefits, compliance, HR operations, employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, and development of the HR team. Brinkman is a locally owned manufacturing organization with multiple operating companies and more than 200 employees, including federal contractor operations subject to ITAR and other regulatory requirements. The Senior Director is expected to lead the function, independently identify priorities, make sound recommendations, solve complex problems, implement solutions, and hold themselves and the HR team accountable for results.

Requirements

10+ years of progressively responsible HR experience.
Significant experience leading a broad HR function or serving as a senior HR leader.
Strong employee relations, management coaching, recruiting, compliance, and HR operations experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
Experience in manufacturing or another operational environment strongly preferred.
Experience in a federal contractor or regulated environment is a plus.
SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or similar certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with the President/CEO, Divisional Presidents, and leadership teams on people and organizational strategy.
Establish and execute HR priorities that support business objectives, workforce needs, and organizational growth.
Lead and develop a strong, responsive HR team.
Build leadership capability through coaching, development, succession planning, and talent management.
Lead employee relations and provide practical guidance to managers on performance, workplace concerns, and difficult employee situations.
Oversee recruiting, workforce planning, onboarding, retention, and employee development.
Lead compensation and benefits strategy and programs.
Strengthen employee engagement, communication, culture, and organizational effectiveness.
Ensure HR policies, practices, and processes are effective, consistent, and compliant.
Guide HR compliance in the manufacturing and federal contractor environment, including requirements associated with ITAR and other applicable regulations.
Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems, and the overall employee experience.
Remain connected to the business and its people, providing hands-on leadership personally when important issues require it.