Sr. Manager, Human Resources

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Our Company

Founded in 1961, WEG operates as a global leader in electric-electronic equipment and ranks among the world’s largest electric machine manufacturers. WEG employs more than 49,000 people worldwide , operates manufacturing facilities in 18 countries , and supports customers in more than 135 countries across five continents .

WEG Transformers USA (WTU) operates as part of WEG’s Transmission and Distribution business. The Washington, Missouri campus includes Distribution, Power, and Specialty Transformer manufacturing operations. In 2025, WEG committed a $77 million investment to expand capacity, modernize manufacturing, and support U.S. energy infrastructure. These operations employ over 600 team members locally and continue to grow.

Requirements:

The Sr. Manager, Human Resources provides strategic and operational HR leadership to drive productivity, engagement and retention that supports business objectives, company growth and promotes a positive employee experience. Leads the development and execution of HR strategies, policies, and compliance practices that drive productivity, engagement, and retention, while guiding a team of HR professionals to deliver effective HR services and business partnership.

• Partner with senior leadership to drive workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategy.
• Leads the development and execution of human resource strategies
• Lead change management efforts related to growth, restructuring, or operational shifts
• Provide strategic direction and governance for regional benefits and compensation programs that balances the needs of talent retention and financial capability of the organization
• Lead, develop, and coach HR Team with clearly established performance expectations and drive accountability.
• Provide strategic influence for benefits and compensation programs and ensure programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with company philosophy and financial objectives.
• Consults and advises leadership on highly confidential and complex human resources and employee relations issues
• Effectively counsel and advise managers and supervisors on policy, guideline interpretation and workplace issues · Ensures that the day-to-day practices are in full compliance with U.S. labor laws (Federal, State and Municipal). ·
• Leads Talent Management programs to promote performance management, succession planning and talent development
• Champion policy development, implementation and enforcement of company-wide HR policies and procedures ·
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to ensure effective hiring strategies that meet workforce demands.
• Lead all global mobility and immigration program activity and vendor relations for all of North America
• Drive continuous improvement of HR processes and systems and lead regular auditing programs of the HR function.
• Apply strong global acumen to foster partnerships with corporate headquarters and other foreign entities.

Must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, preferably in Human Resources.
• 10 + years of progressive and strategic HR leadership.
• Demonstrated experience managing HR teams and driving strategic initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of compensation, benefits design, and employment law.
• Proven ability to influence senior leadership and drive organizational change.
• HR certification preferred.

Benefits:

WEG offers competitive compensation, meaningful and exciting career options, as well as excellent benefits available on your first day, including.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.