Director, Human Resources - Hilex

Why Choose Us?

Novolex® is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

• $130,000 - $170,000 base salary* + annual bonus
• Medical, dental and vision options
• Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA
• Paid holidays, time off, parental and other leaves
• Financial protection benefits such as life, AD&D and disability insurance, and 401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions
• Education Support (for example, tuition reimbursement, Chairman’s Scholarship, 529 College Savings Plan)
• Broad Based Employee Award Program—value sharing plan for all employees with one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program and much more!

• The range provided is based on cost of living/geography and what we believe is reasonable in the market at the time of posting. This role may be eligible for annual bonus and annual merit increase, as well as long term compensation. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

How You'll Perform the Role

The Director, Human Resources - Hilex will serve as a business partner to one or multiple business units and the respective leadership team(s). The incumbent will be responsible for developing short-and-medium term HR strategies and action plans that create solutions to problems and support business objectives. S/he will establish tools and cadences to ensure deliverables are clearly defined and then delivered are on-time, within budget, and achieve desired business outcomes.

This position reports to the Sr. Director of Human Resources and will lead a team of HR professionals across multiple manufacturing sites. Additionally, they will partner with colleagues in our centers of excellence such as talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, and associate experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Partner – Actively participates in strategic planning sessions to align functional HR strategies, projects, and initiatives to deliver business objectives; acts as a confidant and coach to senior leaders
• Engagement – Creates a common approach to engagement across the business unit’s office and production environments; proactively champions regular and effective communication at all levels
• Talent Acquisition – Leads full-cycle recruiting process for all business unit and site leadership team member positions, including all plant and operations managers; consults with leaders on onboarding and immersion
• Talent Management – Owns talent management process deployment including annual performance and talent reviews, workforce planning, development plans, learning & development opportunities, etc.
• Leadership Development – Advises and provides guidance to leadership regarding talent, organizational effectiveness, change management, and culture to align to Novolex’s core values and strategic initiatives
• Continuous Improvement – Identifies areas of opportunity through data analysis, providing actionable insights to the leadership team and direct reports, making recommendations and tracking improvement
• Compliance – Ensures compliance with and adherence to all local, state, and federal laws for all aspects of Human Resources management; stays current on trends related to Human Resources

What We Need From You

Critical Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; Master’s degree preferred
• 10+ years HR business partner experience in a manufacturing or distribution organization
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP certifications or local equivalent preferred
• Experience with talent management, recruiting, compensation, and organizational development
• Experience with HRIS, Payroll, and Applicant Tracking systems
• Experience driving strategic business initiatives through HR processes
• Experience leading change in a fast-paced environment
• Experience leading a team and developing individual skills and team capabilities
• Ability to effectively coach, communicate, and influence leaders and team members at all levels
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills
• Ability to travel up to 40% within the United States (home based role)

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Job Reference: US02909