HR Director

Job Title: Human Resource Director
Location: New Orleans, LA
Job Type: Full Time

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic Human Resource Director with a strong background in manufacturing, union avoidance, and multi-site management. This role will be responsible for overseeing and developing HR strategies that align with operational goals while ensuring compliance and fostering a productive work environment across multiple facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic consultation to management on staffing plans, compensation, benefits, training, employee relations, and labor relations.
• Develop and manage HR initiatives that support operational goals and company culture.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop assigned HR personnel.
• Partner with local and corporate leadership on employee transactions, including hiring, promotions, corrective actions, and terminations.
• Monitor key HR metrics and identify trends to implement strategic solutions.
• Oversee affirmative action programs, ensuring compliance and execution.
• Plan and manage all HR activities across multiple facilities.
• Implement and update compensation programs and job descriptions as needed.
• Monitor and refine performance evaluation programs.
• Develop and implement HR policies and maintain the employee handbook.
• Manage internal and external training programs and career development initiatives.
• Lead exempt-level recruitment efforts and performance management programs.
• Participate in administrative meetings and industry seminars.
• Maintain organizational charts and evaluate HR practices to improve efficiency.
• Continuously assess and enhance HR policies, procedures, and initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing, union avoidance, and multi-site HR leadership.
• Strong background in labor relations, employee engagement, and talent management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze HR metrics and implement strategic improvements.
• Experience managing compensation, performance evaluation, and affirmative action programs.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and best HR practices.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $140,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Union avoidance: 5 years (Required)
• Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)
• HRIS: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $140,000 - $155,000