VanderHouwen
Overview
Our client seeks a strategic and people-focused Director of HR to lead human resources operations across the organization. The ideal candidate combines strong leadership with the ability to foster a positive workplace culture, ensuring compliance and efficiency while driving continuous improvement. This role calls for a trusted partner who can balance strategic vision with hands-on execution, guiding teams through change with integrity, communication, and adaptability. This role is onsite in Portland, Oregon. Due to the nature of this role and immediate business needs, we are only considering candidates currently residing in Portland, Oregon and surrounding area. Responsibilities
Lead HR operations, recruitment, training, safety, compensation, benefits, and employee relations. Collaborate with HR leadership and corporate partners to implement company-wide initiatives in compensation, benefits, wellness, and employee development. Assist in developing and updating safety policies and procedures and participate in accident and incident investigations. Work with leadership to design long-term HR and safety programs aligned with business goals. Oversee policy development, compliance, and regulatory reporting across HR, IT, and security functions. Manage and mentor HR staff while driving continuous improvement in processes, performance, and reporting. Collaborate across departments to resolve complex HR issues and support company-wide initiatives. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required. Master\'s degree preferred. PHR or SPHR Certification highly preferred. Knowledge of Oregon employment laws, leave laws, and HR best practices required. 10+ years of progressive HR experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment. 4+ years HR Manager or HR Director level experience required. Experience designing and administering performance management systems, and comprehensive training programs. Proven knowledge of employment laws, compliance matters, safety programs, and benefit administration. Union experience a plus. Employee relations, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to guide organizational change. Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k. About VanderHouwen
VanderHouwen is a recruiter-focused firm that prioritizes long-term relationships and understanding of companies\' staffing needs and workplace cultures to find ideal job matches. We are an award-winning, Women & Diversity-Owned, WBENC-certified professional staffing firm founded in 1987. We place professionals nationwide in Technology and IT, Engineering, Human Resources, and Accounting & Finance. VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Job Details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Sales, Business Development, and Management Industries: Staffing and Recruiting
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Our client seeks a strategic and people-focused Director of HR to lead human resources operations across the organization. The ideal candidate combines strong leadership with the ability to foster a positive workplace culture, ensuring compliance and efficiency while driving continuous improvement. This role calls for a trusted partner who can balance strategic vision with hands-on execution, guiding teams through change with integrity, communication, and adaptability. This role is onsite in Portland, Oregon. Due to the nature of this role and immediate business needs, we are only considering candidates currently residing in Portland, Oregon and surrounding area. Responsibilities
Lead HR operations, recruitment, training, safety, compensation, benefits, and employee relations. Collaborate with HR leadership and corporate partners to implement company-wide initiatives in compensation, benefits, wellness, and employee development. Assist in developing and updating safety policies and procedures and participate in accident and incident investigations. Work with leadership to design long-term HR and safety programs aligned with business goals. Oversee policy development, compliance, and regulatory reporting across HR, IT, and security functions. Manage and mentor HR staff while driving continuous improvement in processes, performance, and reporting. Collaborate across departments to resolve complex HR issues and support company-wide initiatives. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required. Master\'s degree preferred. PHR or SPHR Certification highly preferred. Knowledge of Oregon employment laws, leave laws, and HR best practices required. 10+ years of progressive HR experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment. 4+ years HR Manager or HR Director level experience required. Experience designing and administering performance management systems, and comprehensive training programs. Proven knowledge of employment laws, compliance matters, safety programs, and benefit administration. Union experience a plus. Employee relations, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to guide organizational change. Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k. About VanderHouwen
VanderHouwen is a recruiter-focused firm that prioritizes long-term relationships and understanding of companies\' staffing needs and workplace cultures to find ideal job matches. We are an award-winning, Women & Diversity-Owned, WBENC-certified professional staffing firm founded in 1987. We place professionals nationwide in Technology and IT, Engineering, Human Resources, and Accounting & Finance. VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Job Details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Sales, Business Development, and Management Industries: Staffing and Recruiting
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