HR Director

Job Title: HR Director 

Location: Elyria, Ohio 

Employment Type: Salaried direct 

Industry: Manufacturing - machine shop 

Compensation: $150K - $170K base plus 15% bonus 

They will consider a senior HR Manager that is ready to accept Director responsibilities. 

What You'll Do:

- This position supports 2 plants, the local facility and California facility (minor travel expected between the 2 and possibly HQ) 

- Partner with leadership, including working closely with the GM at each plant. 

- 'Partner' with the Union. The organization and the union have a strong relationship and work well together. It's not an "us against them" atmosphere. Work to maintain this positive relationship. 

- Very fast passed.

- 3 direct reports (HR Manager and Coordinator in CA and a Senior HRBP in OH)

- Data driven- analytical thinker with business acumen

- Action oriented- can move fast

• Provide leadership and oversight for the Human Resources department, including staffing, workflow management, team development, and performance evaluation.
• Implement and recommend HR policies, employee relations practices, and employment programs that support business objectives and enhance the employee experience.
• For your assigned site(s), lead recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and ongoing employee development; plan and assign work; conduct performance evaluations; and manage recognition and corrective actions.
• Manage labor relations, administer collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), resolve grievances, and partner with union leadership to maintain smooth operation. 
• Conduct thorough and timely investigations into workplace incidents, employee concerns, and policy violations while ensuring legal compliance, confidentiality, and consistency.
• Partner with senior leadership to align HR strategies with organizational goals and support achievement of the Annual Operating Plan.

• Oversee local administration of corporate-defined benefit programs, ensuring effective communication, accurate execution, and high-quality employee support.

• Monitor compensation practices to ensure competitive, equitable pay decisions in alignment with company guidelines and market data.
• Develop and deliver employee communication strategies that enhance understanding, engagement, and alignment with company priorities.
• Ensure full compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and recordkeeping requirements.
• Promote a positive culture aligned with company values, fostering engagement, accountability, and employee well-being.
• Drive continuous improvement by enhancing HR processes, leveraging data and analytics, and introducing best practices that improve organizational effectiveness. 
• Partnering with the organization's HR Leadership Team, integrate HR initiatives, programs, and practices into broader business processes to support operational success. 

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

Min 12 years of experience in HR with a good portion of it within a manufacturing setting supporting all levels of staff within the organization (very hands-on). 

Min 2 years of Union experience (a plus to have been involved with CBA's)

Min 3 years of HR leadership experience, ideally overseeing multiple HR staff 

The ability to travel quarterly to the CA plant and possibly HQ from time-to-time - possibly as high as 25%

What Sets You Apart:

Aerospace and a big plus to have FAA Repair Station experience 

MBA

Strong HRIS 

HR Cert

Automotive or similar industry experience 

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