Vice President of Human Resources

Indiana Automotive Fasteners Careers•Greenfield, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President of Human Resources is a senior executive responsible for leading the full spectrum of HR strategy and operations for the company’s largest U.S. manufacturing operation. Reporting to the President/COO, this role serves as a strategic partner to executive leadership and a key liaison to Japan-based parent company stakeholders. This position aligns human capital strategies with business objectives to drive organizational performance, workforce capability, and a high-performance culture while ensuring compliance in a complex global manufacturing environment. It also leads organizational design and transformation initiatives to support growth, scalability, and operational efficiency. This is a key leadership role with significant influence on business strategy, organizational growth, and operational performance. The Vice President will play a critical role in strengthening leadership capability, stabilizing and developing the workforce, and building a sustainable talent pipeline to support long-term business success.

Requirements

Minimum of 12 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including 7+ years in a senior manufacturing Human Resources leadership role.
Bachelor’s Degree required
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals/documentation.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Desire to proactively and collaboratively work toward solutions with cross-functional team input.

Nice To Haves

Significant experience in manufacturing or other labor-intensive environments (500+ employees) within a global organization.
Automotive industry and/or Japanese company experience highly beneficial.
Master’s degree in human resources, business, or related field strongly preferred.
SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or other HR-related certifications strongly preferred.
Experience supporting continuous improvement or lean manufacturing environments is a plus
Experience with positive employee relations preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a key advisor and strategic influencer to the President/COO and executive leadership team on all human capital matters
Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business goals, operational priorities, and long-term growth plans
Align workforce strategies with operational goals, including productivity, quality, and cost efficiency
Establish, monitor, and report on key HR and workforce metrics (e.g., turnover, engagement, staffing, safety) to drive executive decision-making, accountability, and continuous improvement
Lead workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership pipeline development to ensure long-term organizational capability
Lead organizational design, restructuring, and change management initiatives to optimize performance and scalability
Oversee enterprise-wide talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, and benefits programs
Develop and lead integrated strategies to attract, retain, and develop talent in a competitive manufacturing labor market
Establish and drive enterprise-wide talent management processes, including succession planning, high-potential development, and workforce capability building to create a sustainable leadership pipeline and organizational capability
Design and implement leadership development and training programs that support operational excellence and career progression
Align talent strategies with productivity, quality, and cost objectives
Champion and embed organizational culture, values, and leadership behaviors across all levels
Lead employee engagement and retention initiatives to strengthen morale and workplace effectiveness
Provide executive oversight and decision authority on complex employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions
Ensure consistent, fair, and legally compliant employment practices and advise leadership on high-risk business and employment decisions
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies and external legal counsel
Oversee workplace policies, internal controls, and audit readiness to protect employee data and company interests
Partner with Operations and EHS leadership to support a strong safety culture, workers’ compensation, and return-to-work programs
Ensure compliant administration of leave of absence programs, employee accommodations, and attendance practices
Oversee employment eligibility verification (I-9) and support immigration and global mobility processes for expatriate employees
Lead cross-cultural HR alignment with Japan-based parent company stakeholders, ensuring consistency in governance, reporting, and strategic initiatives across global operations
Adapt global programs and policies to meet U.S. legal requirements and cultural expectations
Communicate organizational risks, workforce trends, and HR initiatives effectively across global leadership
Oversee HR operations including HRIS, reporting, policy governance, and data integrity
Leverage analytics to identify trends, improve processes, and enhance organizational performance
Ensure efficient, scalable HR systems and processes aligned with business growth
Strengthen internal controls that ensure confidentiality of personal and privileged information, including personal data and disciplinary measures.