Human Resources Director

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

Position Summary

The Director of Human Resources serves as the strategic and operational leader for all HR functions within the business group. This role is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive human capital strategies that align with organizational goals. Key areas of oversight include talent acquisition, employee relations, organizational development, compensation and benefits, compliance, and HR systems. The Director partners closely with senior leadership to foster a high-performance culture and ensure the organization attracts, develops, and retains top talent.

Key Responsibilities include the following:

Strategic Leadership

• Serve as a strategic advisor to the General Manager, aligning HR initiatives with business objectives and go-to-market strategies.
• Contribute to key planning processes including the Annual Operating Plan, Strategic Plan, and Talent Review.

Organizational Development & Talent Management

• Lead performance management, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives.
• Oversee training programs, 360 reviews, and career development planning.
• Develop and mentor HR team members to build internal capabilities.
• Drive continuous improvement through employee feedback mechanisms (e.g., My Voice metrics).

Mergers & Acquisitions

• Support due diligence and integration efforts for acquisitions.
• Ensure talent strategies are scalable and support future growth through M&A activity.

Employee & Labor Relations

• Provide guidance on HR policies, conflict resolution, and employee engagement.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulatory requirements (e.g., DOL, EEOC, NLRB).
• Maintain visibility and accessibility across all shifts, including second shift operations.

Compliance & HR Operations

• Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
• Lead the development and communication of HR metrics and scorecards.
• Serve as the Ethics Officer, overseeing adherence to corporate policies and ethical standards.

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Design and implement a strategic recruitment plan to attract diverse, high-performing talent.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and onboarding.
• Build and maintain relationships with external recruitment partners.

Compensation, Benefits & HRIS

• Oversee compensation planning, salary administration, and incentive programs.
• Manage benefits administration, including open enrollment and issue resolution.
• Ensure data integrity and functionality of HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles.
• Experience in M&A, audit, or integration processes is highly desirable.
• Background in manufacturing, engineering, or Lean environments preferred.
• Strong expertise in employee relations and labor law compliance.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Workday or similar HRIS is a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to travel 20–30% as required.

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