What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Human Resources position at 3P Partners?
- Build and scale the HR function for a growing manufacturing company, driving transformation across talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management
- Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive team, shaping people strategy, organizational structure, and leadership effectiveness
- On-site position in the Inland Empire, CA; $130-150K base salary bonus great benefits
The Director of Human Resources is a hands-on leader responsible for driving transformation, culture enhancement, and talent development within the organization. This role focuses on aligning HR initiatives with business objectives, implementing change management strategies, and fostering a high-performance environment.
This position requires a leader who can operate both strategically and tactically, serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, and drive organizational effectiveness in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct an initial assessment of the HR function and present recommendations for structure, priorities, and tools
- Develop and execute an HR strategy aligned with organizational goals, including workforce planning, career development, and compensation
- Lead and develop a lean HR function with clear priorities, training, and process consistency
- Provide oversight of payroll and compliance, including applicable wage and hour requirements
- Lead change management initiatives in partnership with department leaders to support organizational agility and business transformation
- Implement career development frameworks, including learning paths, mentorship programs, and leadership development
- Partner with executive leadership to review and modernize compensation structures, including pay scales and reward frameworks
- Design and implement a performance management program with a focus on coaching and data-driven feedback
- Drive initiatives to enhance culture, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness
- Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention strategies
- Lead core HR functions including benefits, workforce planning, succession management, employee relations, and compliance
- Leverage HR analytics and key performance indicators to provide insights to leadership
- Assess the effectiveness of current HR systems and recommend improvements or alternatives
- Support major organizational initiatives, including relocation or restructuring efforts, with a strong focus on change management
- Ensure compliance with evolving employment laws and proactively mitigate risk
- Serve as an advocate for employees while balancing business needs and ensuring consistent HR practices
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Senior-level HR experience within an operating company environment; multi-site experience preferred
- Expertise in compensation and benefits design, pay equity, career pathing, policy interpretation, and vendor management
- Exceptional communication, emotional intelligence, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to influence and partner with senior leadership to drive business outcomes
- Sound judgment on when to escalate to legal counsel versus managing internally
- Comfort leading through change, including restructuring or relocation
- Ability to foster a high-performance culture through coaching and development
- Highly adaptable, results-driven, and solutions-oriented
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or certifications a plus
Salary : $130,000 - $150,000