Tong Miller & Associates · 15 hours ago
Human Resources Director
Kearney, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$180K/yr - $200K/yr
8+ years expTong Miller & Associates is a global Fortune 200 industrial manufacturing company seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Director to lead the HR function of a 1,000+ employee manufacturing plant. This role will oversee a team of HR Generalists and serve as a key business partner to plant leadership, focusing on people development and large-scale industrial operations.
Human Resources
Hiring Manager
Jennifer Baldwin
Responsibilities
Lead, develop, and coach a team of HR Generalists to deliver high-impact HR support across all shifts and functions
Serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, talent management, and employee relations
Drive a culture of safety, engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the facility
Oversee recruiting strategies to attract and retain top talent in a competitive labor market
Ensure consistent application of company policies, labor law compliance, and effective resolution of employee relations issues
Partner with corporate HR and other departments to implement company-wide initiatives, systems, and HR programs
Monitor HR metrics (turnover, time-to-fill, engagement, etc.) and drive data-informed improvements
Lead performance management, training, and succession planning efforts across all departments
Support and influence change management and communication strategies in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
8–10+ years of progressive HR experience in manufacturing or distribution, including 3+ years in a leadership role
Must have previously supported a site with a minimum of 600-700 employees
Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and workforce development strategies
Proven success leading HR teams in high-volume, hourly workforce environments
Exceptional interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills
Experience with HRIS systems and data analytics tools
Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results under pressure
Preferred
Master's or HR certification
Company
Tong Miller & Associates
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11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase