Director of HR

Watts Water Technologies
paid time off, paid holidays, employee discount, remote work
United States, Wisconsin, Menomonee Falls
Jan 14, 2025
We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted bycustomers in residential and commercial settings across the world.We areat theforefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart andconnected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with aquality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead through change. Strong business acumen and understanding of the manufacturing sector. High emotional intelligence and exceptional interpersonal skills. Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and collaborate at all levels. Union shop experience a plus. As the Director of Human Resources for Watts' North American operations, you will lead the HR function for manufacturing and distribution sites across the region, including production, manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, supply chain, sourcing, and EHS/Facilities. Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources & Talent Acquisition - Americas, you will work onsite Monday-Friday and travel up to 25% to multiple sites. In this senior leadership role, you will shape the company's HR vision, build a high-performance culture, and ensure compliance with industry regulations, supporting the organization's growth and transformation. You Will: HR Strategy & Leadership Align HR initiatives with our operational goals, implementing workforce planning and employee engagement strategies. Develop and execute leadership development, training, and succession planning to build a robust talent pipeline. Collaborate with the broader HR organization to strengthen our culture and goals. Provide strategic and tactical support for employee relations, offering coaching and advice on people-related strategies. Analyze and report key operational HR metrics (turnover, retention, labor costs, headcount), fostering continuous improvement and operational excellence. Partner with site teams to understand challenges, collect data, and recommend solutions related to employment laws and best practices. Employee Relations & Organizational Development Foster a positive work environment through proactive employee relations and conflict resolution initiatives. Enhance productivity by aligning HR metrics with operational goals and partnering with operations leaders. Guide and support site HRBPs in addressing employee relation issues and implementing corrective action plans. Plan, coordinate, and implement policies, processes, training, and initiatives to meet manufacturing compliance and strategic HR needs. Create and analyze operational metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Maintain knowledge of industry best practices, communicating regulatory changes to management and supporting staff development. Compliance & Risk Management Proactively address HR-related risk management issues, including health and safety compliance. Maintain a safe, inclusive, and diverse working environment across all sites. Performance Management & Succession Planning Lead the performance management process, aligning it with company goals and promoting continuous feedback. Identify leadership gaps and high-potential talent, implementing succession plans to ensure long-term organizational growth. Coaching & Leadership Support Provide leadership coaching and professional development opportunities for high-potential team members. Collaborate with executives and management, offering insights on talent, culture, and organizational dynamics. You Have: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) strongly preferred. 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role in the manufacturing or industrial sector. Knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, organizational development, and performance management. Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and collaborate at all levels. Experience in managing multiple sites/teams and driving organizational transformation. Experience directly managing multiple sites and team(s) required. Willingness to work onsite Mon-Fri with up to 25% travel to various facilities. Work from home / hybrid arrangements will not be considered. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting. Watts in it for you: **Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles. Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/ How we work:** At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success. And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water. Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.