Human Resources Leader

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Your Opportunity to Lead at the Highest Level

This is more than a senior HR role its a career-defining opportunity to transform how human resources powers business success. This is your chance to design and embed the people strategy deeply into operations and watch your impact ripple through every corner of the business. Were looking for a bold, strategic Human Resources Leader who will partner shoulder-to-shoulder with our executive and operations teams, build HR into a high-performance engine, and ensure our workforce is ready for the next decade of innovation and growth.

Company Overview Proven Success of Innovation and Exceptional Growth, Built on People

Wright Manufacturing is a Maryland-based leader in commercial lawn equipment, dedicated to improving the productivity and success of professional landscapers. Founded in 1981 as a lawn maintenance company, Wright built its reputation on efficiency and innovationdeveloping tools and technologies that transformed the industry, including the first stand-on mower.

Today, Wright focuses exclusively on designing and manufacturing heavy-duty commercial mowers that deliver high productivity, durability, and operator comfort. We do this with a deep commitment to our people. With 275+ employees across manufacturing, engineering, sales, and corporate operations, we are big enough to make an impact yet agile enough to innovate rapidly.

Our leadership believes HR should not just support the business it should drive it. We are shop floor focused and implement systems and support to ensure front line employees, who add the value for our customers, are properly supported and developed. Were ready to elevate our talent, culture, and systems to the next level, and we need a proven leader to take us there.

Role Overview Strategic Partner, Cultural Leader, Operational Driver

Reporting directly to the President, the HR Leader will hold a seat at the decision-making table from day one. This role, while directly partnering with the Production Team, will lead the design and execution of a people strategy that strengthens performance, develops leaders, and ensures our organization is built for sustainable growth. Youll manage a seasoned HR team, implement data-driven systems, embed HR deeply into manufacturing and strengthen and foster a culture where every employee from shop floor to C-suite feels valued, supported, and driven to succeed.

Key Responsibilities Where Youll Make Your Mark

• Shape the HR vision and roadmap in direct alignment with business strategy.
• Build HR strategies and systems directly into plant floor operations.
• Lead and inspire a high-performing HR team across multiple functions.
• Implement scalable HR systems and analytics to enable fact-based workforce decisions.
• Drive talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top-tier manufacturing and technical talent.
• Build robust leadership pipelines through training, mentoring, and career development.
• Partner with executives to embed a culture of accountability, performance, and engagement.
• Lead change management efforts to keep the organization agile and competitive.
• Oversee compliance, labor relations, and risk management with precision and integrity.

The Leader Were Looking For

• 10-15+ years of progressive HR leadership in manufacturing (250+ employees required) with 5+ years in senior management.
• Experience directly working in a Manufacturing Operations role highly desirable.
• Track record of implementing HR systems and programs that deliver measurable business results.
• Skilled at engaging with all levels of the organization, from front-line teams to executive leaders.
• A strategic, data-driven thinker with exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Experienced in building and leading HR teams with varied levels of expertise.
• Known for developing internal talent pipelines and creating high-performance cultures.
• Confident in navigating complex organizational systems and technical work environments.

Lead the Change

If youre ready to define the future of HR in a respected, growth-focused manufacturing company, we want to hear from you. Please send your resume and a brief statement on how youve transformed HR into a strategic driver. Subject line: Human Resource Leader Architect of Growth & Culture

Wright Manufacturing offers a generous benefits package to all full-time employees to include health, dental and vision, long and short term disability, life insurance, paid time off (sick and vacation) Holidays and 401(k) with a company match.

We work hard and care deeply. Why? Because quality matters. Our customers depend on our team to build a quality product.

At Wright Manufacturing, Inc. we are More than just a mower Find out why at

WMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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