Senior Human Resource Manager

ANDERSON POWER PRODUCTS, a wholly owned subsidiary of IDEAL INDUSTRIES, Inc., is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of electrical power connectors. Anderson Power Products partners with leading edge companies to create innovative connector designs that leverage contact technology and high power expertise to provide superior value to the power electronics industry. Applications include leading edge technology and next generation power requirements in industries such as alternate energy (wind, solar, fuel cell), datacenter and server power supply design and electrical distribution, electric vehicles, LED lighting, and battery charging.This is your chance to join a dynamic company that strives to provide a workplace where employees feel empowered, valued, stimulated, and connected to the business.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Business Partner:
  Serve as a trusted advisor and integral member of the senior leadership team, driving business results through innovative people strategies. Champion a culture of excellence by aligning organizational development initiatives with business objectives and proactively delivering on enterprise-wide projects. Leverage data-driven insights to achieve measurable outcomes in accordance with company values, while anticipating and mitigating organizational risks.

• Organizational Development Architect:
  Collaborate with executive leadership to design and implement robust succession planning and talent pipeline strategies. Lead initiatives that foster leadership development and career growth, ensuring the organization is equipped with future-ready leaders. Cultivate a high-performance culture that attracts, retains, and develops top talent across global operations.

• Change Leadership & Transformation:
  Act as a catalyst for organizational and cultural transformation, guiding leaders and teams through periods of change. Provide expert coaching to the business leadership team, facilitating the adoption of best-in-class HR practices and educating stakeholders on emerging HR trends and their impact on business success.

• Human Resources Excellence:
  Diagnose capability gaps and craft tailored learning and development programs for managers and team members. Provide strategic counsel on employee performance, safety, and leadership development. Oversee the full talent management lifecycle-including performance management, succession planning, and organizational development-ensuring seamless execution and continuous improvement. Partner with Talent Acquisition to attract and onboard high-caliber professionals, and lead HR teams in delivering exceptional recruitment and onboarding experiences for manufacturing locations.

• Employee Relations & Advocacy:
  Champion a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace culture by leading employee relations initiatives that empower management and foster engagement. Serve as an objective resource and escalation point for complex employee relations matters, conducting internal investigations and facilitating conflict resolution with integrity and discretion.

• Governance, Administration & Compliance:
  Oversee comprehensive benefits and compensation programs, performance management systems, and regulatory compliance (including unemployment, workers compensation, EEO, ADA, FMLA, and OSHA). Ensure meticulous maintenance of employee records and represent the organization in all compliance-related matters.

• Enterprise & Corporate Initiatives:
  Partner closely with corporate HR to drive and support strategic company-wide initiatives, ensuring alignment and consistency across all HR functions.

• Global Team Leadership & Development:
  Lead and inspire a diverse, global team of HR professionals, fostering collaboration and a high-performance environment. Provide ongoing coaching and development opportunities, empowering team members to achieve their professional goals and contribute meaningfully to organizational success.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related major required; PHR/SPHR designations are preferred.
• 5 - 10 years of diverse and HR leadership experience required. Background in a manufacturing environment is required. International experience with global entities, particularly in Europe and Asia, strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of prior supervisory experience
• Must be a "hands-on" professional with a proven knowledge of employee relations, leadership development, training, organizational development, performance management, compliance issues, communications, salaried and hourly staffing, and compensation/benefit administration.
• Strong Human Resources Generalist experience required.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to provide valuable insights for business decision-making.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be present to all levels of the organization.
• Sets high standards of performance for themselves and works towards exceeding goals and helps others in the business to understand how their choices and decisions about people affect the whole business.
• Strong influence skills at all levels of an organization. Ability to mentor, motivate, lead, and persuade others. Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Change Management, advocate for organizational change and help others through the change.

The expected salary for this position is between $123,257.00 and $166,092.00 and will be eligible for incentive pay. This range represents a good faith estimate for the position and actual compensation will be based on numerous factors including knowledge, location, skills, training and experience.

Anderson/IDEAL employees enjoy a wide range of valuable benefits including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Education Reimbursement
• Wellness Programs
• 401k with Company Match
• Cash Balance Pension Plan

Anderson/IDEAL values rest, personal time and community involvement facilitating these through several paid time off programs including:

• Vacation
• Personal Days
• Volunteer Time
• Holidays
• Parental Leave

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. is proud to be named one of America's Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces by the Wall Street Journal and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We know when you honor relationships, success for all will follow. To learn more about us, visit www.andersonpower.com or www.idealindustries.com