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FN America, LLC · 3 days ago

Director, Human Resources

Columbia, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

FN America, LLC is a U.S. subsidiary of FN Herstal, S.A., a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-quality firearms. The Director, Human Resources will lead and manage all aspects of human resources, driving organizational effectiveness and promoting employee engagement while aligning HR strategies with business objectives.

Manufacturing

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Assist with developing and implementing HR strategies aligned with business objectives, improving workforce productivity and supporting organizational growth

Act as a strategic partner in guiding the company’s workforce planning, talent management, and employee engagement initiatives

Collaborate with senior leadership to drive organizational change and foster a high-performance culture

Develop workforce planning strategies to meet current and future operational needs, including labor forecasting

Collaborate with production managers to align workforce capabilities with operational requirements

Lead the recruitment and selection process, ensuring the attraction of high-quality candidates

Build and maintain relationships with local schools, vocational programs, and other recruitment channels to attract top talent

Foster positive employee relations by addressing issues such as grievances, disputes, and disciplinary actions in a timely and fair manner

Ensure a high level of employee engagement through feedback mechanisms, surveys, and programs designed to improve morale and retention

Lead the development of recognition programs to reward employees for performance and contributions to the company’s success

Oversee the strategy and execution of effective communication initiatives that keep employees informed, engaged, and aligned with company goals (executive messages, employee town halls, intranet, manager meetings, monitors, etc.)

Foster a positive work environment through effective communication and conflict resolution

Drive performance appraisal systems to evaluate employee performance and development needs

Oversee the performance appraisal process, ensuring that evaluations are objective, fair, and aligned with company objectives

Support managers in addressing performance issues and developing improvement plans

Drive initiatives to promote a culture of continuous feedback and improvement

Identify skills gaps and training needs across the manufacturing workforce, developing programs to address them

Support the design and implementation of leadership development programs to build future leaders within the organization

Develop training and development programs to enhance employee skills and career growth

Conduct necessary compliance training with employees

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws, including OFCCP regulations, wage and hour laws, and other industry-specific requirements

Monitor changes in employment laws and regulations and communicate necessary adjustments to the organization

Develop and enforce HR policies and procedures that promote organizational integrity

Qualification

HR principlesPracticesTalent managementEmployee engagementLeadership skillsWorkforce planningPerformance managementTrainingDevelopmentCompliance knowledgeData analysisMicrosoft OfficeSAP/Success FactorsProfessional certificationProfessionalismCommunication skillsCollaborationCustomer focusProblem-solvingOrganizational skillsConfidentialityInterpersonal skillsPresentation skillsFacilitation skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in human resources, management, general business or related field required

A minimum of 10 years of progressive human resources experience, with at least three years in a leadership role leading a team in a manufacturing environment required

Advanced knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws

Strong leadership and team management skills

Collaborative team player with a proactive and customer service-oriented approach

Ability to build and foster relationships with all levels of employees

Strong business acumen and financial management skills (budget management, cost control, and KPI's)

Ability to analyze HR metrics to make data-driven decisions

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

High level of professionalism

Strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and crisis management skills

Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and facilitation skills

Strong Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail