Head of Recruiting & HR

SUMMARY

Amphenol Fiber Systems International (AFSI), a division of Amphenol Corporation, designs and manufactures high‑performance fiber optic interconnect solutions engineered for harsh‑environment applications spanning military, aerospace, industrial, and communications markets.

The Human Resources Manager serves as both a strategic and hands‑on partner to leadership, aligning HR practices with Amphenol Fiber Systems International’s business goals and its strong, people‑centered culture. This role requires a highly seasoned HR professional with the discernment, judgment, and people instincts needed to navigate sensitive issues, guide leaders, shape culture, and make balanced, well‑reasoned decisions in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Strategic Leadership & Partnership

Serve as a trusted advisor to the General Manager and leadership team, using strong business judgment to help diagnose organizational issues and recommend solutions.

Design, develop, and implement strategic HR initiatives, including workforce planning, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness programs.

Build scalable HR processes and structures aligned to operational and long‑term business strategy.

Lead change management efforts with a steady, thoughtful approach that balances people needs with business priorities.

HR Operations & Employee Experience

Develop and lead all HR functions including employee relations, hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, compliance, benefits support, and policy development.

Create, refine, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and documentation, ensuring clarity and consistency across the organization.

Apply sound judgment and discretion in managing confidential, complex, and sensitive HR matters.

Build HR infrastructure that supports growth, efficiency, and the Amphenolian culture.

Talent Acquisition & Development

Design and manage full‑cycle recruiting processes, ensuring strong candidate pipelines for manufacturing, engineering, and professional roles.

Create talent identification, succession planning, and skills development programs that build organizational capability.

Develop and enhance onboarding, training, and employee development plans that support career progression and talent retention.

Employee Relations & Culture

Provide objective, thoughtful guidance to employees and leaders to ensure fairness, clarity, and consistent outcomes.

Create and lead engagement, recognition, and culture‑building initiatives aligned with the Amphenolian mindset.

Exercise excellent discernment when navigating employee concerns, conflict, policy interpretation, or corrective actions.

Promote and model the Amphenolian values—integrity, humility, accountability, and disciplined execution.

Compliance, Performance & Organizational Health

Oversee the performance management cycle, and develop tools, templates, and coaching resources that support effective feedback and development.

Build and monitor HR metrics, reporting, and compliance frameworks to ensure operational discipline.

Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and ensure policies reflect current legal requirements.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communication, or a related field and/or equivalent Human Resource experience.

7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing or fast‑paced operational environment.

Demonstrated ability to lead HR both strategically and hands‑on, with comfort moving fluidly between big‑picture planning and daily execution.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees and leaders at all levels.

Ability to draft, review, and interpret HR policies, procedures, reports, and regulatory materials.

Proven ability to use discernment, situational awareness, and sound judgment to make people decisions that are fair, balanced, and aligned with business goals.

Experience supporting or leading HR in manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, or defense environments (preferred but not required).

Strong employee relations experience with a track record of resolving issues effectively and equitably.

Ability to build trust and influence leaders at all levels.

Strong knowledge of HR compliance, best practices, and policy implementation.

Must be able to work onsite at the Allen, TX facility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this position, the employee is required to frequently speak and listen, and is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, and/or bend. May occasionally lift and/or move files and/or boxes up to 25 pounds. This position uses a computer terminal to access, input, and retrieve data. May be required to sit for extended lengths of time. May be subjected to working long and/or irregular hours. This position may be subject to interruptions that may cause a change in immediate priorities and/or work focus. May be subjected to occasional irregular or extended work hours.

Position requires candidates to be U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status)

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