Human Resources Director - Manufacturing

Power your Thirst for More at DrinkPAK, where we revolutionize beverage manufacturing, driven by automation and sustainability. Together, through grit and innovation, we break new ground in record time by acquiring the most advanced technology and attracting the brightest talent. Our explosive growth and journey through uncharted territories offers unique career opportunities enabling passionate individuals to reach their full potential. To support our teams, we offer enriching lifestyle accounts, comprehensive benefits, formal development programs, and an energizing environment. Drive your success at DrinkPAK, where we refresh, hydrate and nourish the world and our employees alike.

DrinkPAK is the most technologically advanced manufacturer of canned beverages in the world.

LOCATION: The position is based at DrinkPAK's in Fort Worth, TX.

BENEFITS: The well-being of our team members and their families is critically important to us. As part of this commitment, we offer:

• PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees AND their dependents, 100% paid by the Company
• A cell phone stipend
• Annual discretionary bonus
• 401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and more

RESPONSIBILITIES: As the HR Director, you will serve as the senior HR leader at one of DrinkPAK’s state-of-the-art beverage production facilities in Fort Worth, TX. This role is responsible for overseeing all HR operations at the plant level and partnering with executive leadership to create a high-performance, compliant, and people-first culture. You’ll lead a team of HR professionals and be a strategic partner to operations, helping to drive workforce planning, employee engagement, talent development, and labor relations in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.

• Strategic HR Leadership: Serve as the primary HR leader for the manufacturing site, advising senior leadership on organizational development, workforce planning, and employee relations.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of HR professionals.
• Employee Relations: Build and maintain a positive work environment through proactive engagement, coaching, and resolving employee issues.
• Labor Compliance & Policy: Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies. Maintain expertise in wage & hour, safety, and employment regulations.
• Talent Acquisition & Retention: Partner with Talent Acquisition to meet hiring targets while maintaining quality and cultural alignment. Support retention initiatives and track key metrics.
• Training & Development: Oversee onboarding, skills training, and leadership development programs for hourly and salaried plant employees.
• Culture & Engagement: Champion a culture of safety, accountability, and inclusivity aligned with DrinkPAK’s core values.
• HR Operations: Own HRIS processes, shift schedules, attendance programs, and workforce analytics for the site.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to optimize HR services and workforce effectiveness.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (master’s preferred).
• 8 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Proven leadership experience managing HR teams in a 24/7 or multi-shift facility.
• Strong working knowledge of employment law, labor relations, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) highly preferred.
• Experience with HRIS (Workday) and strong data analytics skills are a plus.

OUR VALUES

Our company’s culture is guided by our shared values of Speed, Intensity, and Purpose. These values are demonstrated in the following ways based on the role within the organization.

• Speed: Continuously seek ways to streamline processes and eliminate bottlenecks to enhance overall operational speed. Allocate resources efficiently and effectively to maximize productivity and minimize wastage of time and resources.
• Intensity: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging teams to learn from failures and leverage setbacks as opportunities for growth. Address conflicts within the team promptly and constructively, encouraging open discussions and finding mutually beneficial solutions.
• Purpose: Act as a coach by establishing clear and achievable goals for the team and individuals, and offer feedback that is specific, actionable, and focused on improvement. Celebrate team achievements and milestones, reinforcing a sense of accomplishment and motivating the team to continue striving for excellence.

ABOUT DRINKPAK

DrinkPAK is the premiere contract manufacturer of aluminum canned beverages in North America. The Company manufactures and distributes billions of cans of products for the most prominent global beverage brands. With 1.4 million square feet of production and warehousing space in California and 3 million square feet under construction in Texas, DrinkPAK supports procurement, purchasing, batching, filling, packaging, and warehousing activities for both large, complex organizations as well as high-growth emerging brands. The Company is committed to providing world-class customer service through technology, flexibility, and industry-leading talent.

WORKING CONDITIONS

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.

• The employee frequently is required to talk and hear, in person, via video conferencing (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, etc.), and telephonically.
• The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk and is frequently required to sit.