Hr Director, Optical Technologies

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SUMMARY:
IDEX Optical Technologies is a global platform of companies with over 50 years of industry-leading experience in all aspects of engineering and manufacturing optical components and assemblies that enable our customers to bring sharper solutions to market faster. We fuel discovery and innovation with optical expertise, components, and systems that help make brilliant things happen. Optical Technologies consists of approximate 500 employees across six sites (3 US, 1 Canada, 1 UK, 1 Netherlands) with revenue of approximately $150M annually.
The HR Director for Optical Technologies reports to the President, Optical Technologies. The individual has leadership responsibility for OT Human Resources function as well as plays deep within the day to day needs of the business and HR team. We need a leader who effectively telescopes between the high level and strategic, and the day to day tactical work of a true human resource practitioner/generalist. The HR Director will partner with department leaders by providing leadership and consulting support on all matters related to people in linking business and tactical strategies to the human capital plans for the OT business. This includes responsibility for building a High Performing Organization through Employee Engagement and Manager Effectiveness programs, talent process, recruitment, employee relations, organizational development, employee compensation, compliance, and employee retention and development. This role is also a staff member of the Scientific Fluidics & Optics HR Senior Leadership team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Develop an overall global OT HR strategy to align with the business strategy. Partner with the OT Leadership Team to execute and achieve success.
• Coach, develop, and mentor a team of HR professionals to support the business.
• Overall leadership of the HR function including organizational planning and development; employee recruitment and retention; performance management; compensation structures; employee relations and culture building; training and professional development. Manage processes in such a manner that ensures cost-effectiveness, market competitiveness and internal equity among employees.
• Drive proactive actions to support and drive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Lead change initiatives and implement specific HR strategies to achieve organization goals and objectives. Use annual engagement survey results to drive programs and initiatives leading to a great work environment and effective managers.
• Establish credibility with management and employees in order to be an effective resource. Assist leaders in the evaluation of their organizational structure and team plans for continual improvement in efficiency and effectiveness.
• Establish and monitor a comprehensive performance management process to include Organization and Talent Cycle (OTC), goal setting; performance appraisals; coaching and feedback; wage and salary structure; pay policies; and career development.
• Oversee a comprehensive recruitment, onboarding and retention program. Develop staffing strategies and implementation plans to identify talent within and outside the corporation for positions in the future.
• Develop and monitor opportunities for employee and leadership development. Work with team to create and implement career path models to support employee development.
• Develop appropriate policies and programs for effective management of business issues such as affirmative action; sexual harassment; employee complaints; training and development; and career development.
• Monitor legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting the business. These include OSHA, EEO, ERISA, Wage and Hour issues, etc.
• Ensures HR programs and plans are aligned to the business priorities and monitors effectiveness through the tracking of key measures

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• A minimum of 10 years' experience in Human Resources with experience leading people.
• An experienced HR professional with sound technical skills and appropriate industry experience. Generalist background with broad knowledge of employment, compensation, organizational planning, employee relations and training. Familiarity with COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA and related state and federal regulations required.
• An excellent facilitator who is experienced in resolving conflict between different parties. Strong consultative relationship building with leaders and employees. Ability to establish credibility and get along with diverse personalities, tactful, mature and flexible.
• A decisive individual who possesses a results-oriented focus but can also balance the needs of the business with the needs of the individual.
• Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquires or complaints. Ability to effectively communicate and facilitate controversial or complex topics to employee groups and/or management at all levels of the company.
• Prior experience in non-union manufacturing environment, employing individuals with an engineering/scientific/technical background is preferred.
• Prior success in developing new processes, leading project improvement teams, communicating changes effectively to others, building commitment and overcoming resistance.
• Approximately 20-25% travel is required.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Experience with M&A, due diligence, integration helpful.
• Resourceful and well organized. High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day to day activities.
• A strategic thinker/problem solver who can effectively interface well with all levels of employees.
• Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and HRIS) a must.
• Ability to work collaboratively with virtual teams and processes.
• Proven experience in developing talent and building strong teams.
• Exposure to Lean Six Sigma is ideal but not required.
• Demonstrates the ability to persuade others to achieve excellence and to foster an environment of openness and teamwork; a supportive manner that facilitates his/her ability to achieve results.

The estimated compensation for this position is $160,000-$180,000, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.
Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefit-and-rewards/
IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws (Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled)
Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?
IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws (Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled).
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