Vice President Human Resources

Judge Direct Placement is seeking a Vice President of Human Resources to lead the modernization and strategic advancement of its people function. Reporting directly to ownership and serving as a member of the executive leadership team, this individual will assess the organization's current human resources capabilities and lead their evolution into a function that actively supports operational performance and sustained growth. This is a transformation-oriented role. The successful candidate will bring a proven ability to evaluate, restructure, and elevate the HR function within a hands‑on manufacturing environment, balancing immediate operational needs against the long‑term development of talent, systems, and culture. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Organizational Development Develop and execute a comprehensive human resources strategy aligned with business objectives. Advise ownership and operational leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, and change management. Lead HR through periods of growth, restructuring, or operational transition. Talent Acquisition and Retention Establish a proactive talent strategy spanning hourly, skilled trades, technical, and salaried positions. Reduce turnover and time‑to‑fill through improved sourcing, onboarding, and total rewards. Develop sustainable pipelines for critical and difficult‑to‑fill roles. Systems, Process, and Analytics Lead the implementation or modernization of HRIS, payroll integration, and people analytics. Replace inconsistent or manual practices with scalable, data‑informed processes that operate effectively across multiple shifts and facilities. Culture, Performance, and Leadership Development Establish and strengthen performance management, leadership development, and accountability frameworks. Develop the capabilities of frontline supervisors and plant management. Advance a safety‑first, high‑performance culture across all levels of the organization. Employee and Labor Relations Oversee employee relations across a multi‑shift, multi‑site workforce. Manage labor relations, collective bargaining, and grievance processes where applicable, or lead positive employee relations strategy in non‑union environments, particularly through periods of organizational change. Compliance and Risk Management Ensure full compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment law, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, and OSHA‑related requirements. Partner with environmental health and safety leadership to support safety programs and oversee workers' compensation and leave administration. Assess, develop, and where appropriate restructure the human resources team, including plant‑level generalists, to ensure the function is properly resourced and aligned to business needs. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline is required. A Master's degree or MBA is preferred. Minimum of twelve to fifteen years of progressive human resources experience is required, including at least five years in a senior leadership capacity. Experience within manufacturing, industrial, or distribution environments is strongly preferred. Demonstrate a clear record of leading human resources transformation, turnaround, or function buildout rather than steady‑state management alone. Experience modernizing systems, processes, and culture within an operating environment is essential. Multi‑site leadership and experience supporting a large hourly workforce are required. Labor relations and change management experience are strongly preferred. SHRM‑SCP or SPHR certification is preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr