Human Resources Director - North America

Director Of Human Resources

We're seeking a result-focused, innovative, self-driven, and well-qualified individual to join our talented team as our Director of Human Resources. In this role, you will lead and implement HR strategy and operations across North America by aligning HR programs with global goals and regional business priorities. Provide strategic guidance to site and functional leadership, oversee all HR sub-functions (talent, rewards, employee relations, compliance, and shared services), and foster an engaged and high-performing workforce. Provide coaching and mentorship to global Human Resources professionals and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shape regional HR strategy and organizational development. Partner cross-functionally to define and execute HR initiatives that support business growth, workforce planning, and operational excellence.
• Act as a strategic advisor to leadership. Advise the North American leadership teams on organizational priorities, workforce planning, and culture.
• Lead HR operations, employee relations, and compliance by leading the delivery of HR services, including recruitment, benefits, payroll, and HRIS, in North America, ensuring operational excellence, legal compliance, and consistent policy application.
• Advance performance, talent management, and succession planning by leading North America's annual performance management and talent review. Partner with site and functional leaders to identify successors, build leadership capability, and strengthen the talent pipeline for critical positions.
• Drive total rewards, compensation equity, and talent management by implementing and monitoring North American compensation and benefits strategies consistent with BCE global frameworks. Ensure market competitiveness and pay equity, and provide recommendations on merit, market, promotion, and structural adjustments in coordination with Global HR.
• Advance training and leadership development by identifying skill and leadership gaps and partnering with global HR to design and deliver learning programs that enhance performance, productivity, and engagement across NA sites.
• Foster employee engagement and culture by acting as a visible HR leader at the Torrington site and across North America, maintaining regular engagement with employees and leaders. Champion initiatives that promote belonging, recognition, safety, and workforce satisfaction.
• Drive organizational change and communication. Support organizational transformation through structured change and communication plans. Partner with leaders to ensure adoption, integration, and sustainability of cultural and structural changes.
• Lead and support organizational change initiatives by providing guidance on communication, adoption, and cultural integration to ensure successful transformation across the region and drive measurable business impact.

Requirements:

• 12+ years of progressive HR/organizational development experience
• 5+ years managing a team or leading HR operations across multiple sites and globally.
• Strong expertise in HR strategy, employee relations, talent management, and compliance
• BS or BA Degree, Master's and/or JD preferred
• PHR or SHRM-C, State Bar membership preferred
• Travel is up to 20%; intercontinental travel is required
• Proven experience advising senior leadership and driving change.
• Proficient in HRIS and data analytics (Workday, Oracle, etc.)
• Ethical integrity, discretion in handling sensitive matters, and strong business acumen.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Salary Range: $142,000-$204,000

Benefits:

• Attractive salaries
• Personal growth opportunities
• Excellent benefits packages that include:
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) - effective date of hire
• Retirement Plan (401K)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Generous Paid Time Off and Public Holidays
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Free uniforms and footwear
• Training & Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Resources

Dymax takes the compensation of its employees very seriously and considers several factors when determining the total compensation package including but not limited to location, market range, skills, knowledge, experience, and abilities. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Dymax salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range. The range listed is just one component of Dymax's total compensation packages for employees. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Dymax provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, domestic violence status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.