Head of management hr

Director of Human Resources - Multi-Site Manufacturing
Location: West Suburbs of Chicago (multi-site environment)

We are partnering with a manufacturing business on a Director of Human Resources search. The company operates a multi-site platform across several states.

This role will be instrumental in building scalable HR infrastructure and partnering closely with executive leadership and plant teams to support continued growth.

This is a hands-on HR leadership role with broad ownership across a multi-site manufacturing environment. The Director of HR will partner closely with the C‑Suite and site leadership to drive consistency, accountability, and performance across the organization.

Leading HR for a multi‑location manufacturing platform

Partnering with plant leadership on workforce planning, employee relations, and performance management

Strengthening HR systems, processes, and reporting capabilities (including HRIS/payroll optimization)

Ensuring compliance across a multi‑state, hourly workforce environment

We are seeking a high‑impact HR leader who thrives in a hands‑on, operational environment.

Multi‑site HR leadership within a manufacturing or industrial environment

Strong background supporting hourly workforces and plant operations

Proven ability to build and scale HR processes, systems, and infrastructure

Deep experience across employee relations, compliance, payroll, and benefits

Executive presence with the ability to influence senior leadership and site‑level operators

Experience in private equity‑backed or high‑growth environments is a plus

Opportunity to step into a visible HR leadership role within a growing platform

Direct exposure to executive leadership and site operations

Ability to shape HR infrastructure and impact business performance

Posted Compensation is inclusive of Base & Bonus.

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