GoMacro is hiring: Director of HR in Viola

Overview Director of Human Resources at GoMacro. The Director of Human Resources is a purpose-driven, people-centered leader responsible for shaping and stewarding the GoMacro employee experience. This role ensures that The GoMacro Way is brought to life across every aspect of how we recruit, engage, develop, and support our people. This is a hands-on leadership role that balances strategic vision with day-to-day partnership, supporting both leaders and team members to help everyone do their best work. Key Responsibilities HR Leadership and Strategy: Serve as the primary subject-matter authority for HR strategy, ensuring alignment between GoMacro’s business priorities and People & Culture goals in collaboration with the Chief Culture Officer. Foster Employee Engagement & Belonging: Champion initiatives that enhance morale, connection, and purpose—creating an inclusive, compassionate culture where every person feels valued and empowered to contribute. Partner with the Chief Culture Officer to translate GoMacro’s values into tangible employee experiences and frontline engagement initiatives. Cross-functional Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the Chief Culture Officer, guiding the integration of HR practices into GoMacro’s evolving Culture function. Collaborate with cross-functional executives to ensure cohesive alignment between Culture, Operations, and Organizational Development. Support and Develop Leaders: Serve as a trusted partner and coach to managers and supervisors, equipping them with tools, training, and confidence to lead with empathy and effectiveness. Drive Communication & Transparency: Strengthen company-wide communication by promoting clarity, accessibility, and consistency of information—ensuring people are informed, aligned, and heard. HR Operations Management: Manage and mentor the HR team while maintaining strong connections with both remote professionals and onsite manufacturing teams. Serve as a visible, trusted HR presence at the Viola, WI manufacturing headquarters and beyond, ensuring consistent and compassionate HR support. Talent & Workforce Planning: Lead the strategy and execution of talent acquisition, workforce planning, and retention programs that position our company as an employer of choice. Design career paths, benchmark roles, and develop training and succession plans to build organizational strength and prepare for future growth. Culture, Recognition, and Well-Being: Collaborate with the Chief Culture Officer to integrate HR programs with company-wide culture and engagement initiatives, celebrating success, supporting well-being, and reinforcing shared values. Compliance & Policy Stewardship: Ensure legal compliance and ethical best practices in all areas of employment, maintaining fair, human-centered, and easy-to-understand policies. Continuous Improvement: Leverage data, feedback, and workforce analytics to drive ongoing improvements to the employee experience and HR service model. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree preferred). 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership of HR teams in manufacturing, food, or CPG environments. Demonstrated success building and sustaining high-morale, values-driven cultures. Deep understanding of employee relations, engagement, and leadership development. Excellent communication, listening, and relationship-building skills. Strategic thinker with the ability to translate ideas into actionable plans. Proven ability to manage change with empathy, integrity, and discretion. Strong knowledge of employment law, HRIS systems, and benefits administration in a multi-state environment with both remote and onsite staff. Demonstrated ability to advise and support non-HR senior leaders on People & Culture matters. Exceptional ability to balance strategic HR leadership with hands-on operational management and employee engagement. Travel Occasional travel may be required between GoMacro facilities and community events. Up to 10% travel per year, when applicable. Employment Type & Seniority Job function: Human Resources Industries: Human Resources Services and Food and Beverage Manufacturing Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time This position operates within a collaborative, values-based environment that combines both office and on-the-floor engagement with our teams. #J-18808-Ljbffr