Director of Human Resources

Cornerstone Corporation is seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead and advance the people strategy across the enterprise, including its two operating subsidiaries, Integrion and Steelcrest Precision. This role is central to building an HR function that is strategic, compliance-driven, and aligned with the operational demands of a Midwest-based industrials and manufacturing organization. The Director will serve as a trusted partner to senior leadership, driving corporate governance, talent management, recruiting, and the adoption of best-in-class HR practices that support long-term growth and workforce excellence.

Work Environment & Expectations
This position is based at the Integrion and Steelcrest Precision facilities. The Director will operate across corporate offices and manufacturing plant environments. Travel within the Midwest region should be expected at approximately 20% of the time.

Key Responsibilities:

Corporate Governance & Compliance:

• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and governance frameworks that ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across all Cornerstone entities.
• Serve as the primary HR liaison for corporate governance matters, including board-level reporting on workforce risk, compensation philosophy, and organizational structure.
• Lead internal audits of HR practices, maintain accurate records, and ensure adherence to OSHA, EEOC, FLSA, ADA, FMLA, and other applicable regulations.
• Establish and oversee ethics and compliance training programs company-wide, reinforcing a culture of accountability and integrity.
• Partner with legal counsel to manage employment-related risk, investigations, and dispute resolution.
  

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition:

• Build and lead a proactive talent acquisition strategy that addresses the unique hiring challenges of Midwest manufacturing, including skilled trades, engineering, and plant operations roles.
• Develop employer branding and recruitment marketing initiatives to position Cornerstone, Integrion, and Steelcrest Precision as employers of choice in their respective markets.
• Establish partnerships with technical schools, community colleges, trade programs, and universities to build a sustainable talent pipeline.
• Oversee full-cycle recruiting processes, from workforce planning and job design through offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Track and report on key recruiting metrics, including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, quality of hire, and retention rates, to continuously refine the talent acquisition approach.
  

Talent Management & Development:

• Design and manage enterprise-wide talent management programs, including performance management systems, succession planning, and high-potential identification.
• Lead the development and execution of leadership development programs tailored to manufacturing and industrial operations leaders.
• Oversee training and professional development initiatives that support employee growth, safety, and operational competency.
• Implement employee engagement and retention programs that reduce turnover, particularly in critical production and skilled trades roles.
  

Compensation, Benefits & Employee Relations:

• Administer competitive compensation and benefits programs benchmarked to Midwest manufacturing and industrials market data.
• Manage employee relations matters across all entities, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally sound resolutions.
• Provide guidance to subsidiary leadership on labor relations, workforce restructuring, and organizational change management.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing, industrials, or a multi-site operational environment.
• Deep working knowledge of employment law, corporate governance principles, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing talent acquisition, talent management, and workforce planning strategies.
• Experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG) and HR analytics.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and executive presentation skills.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in HR Management, MBA, or related advanced degree.
• SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification.
• Experience overseeing HR across multiple legal entities or subsidiary structures.
• Background in lean manufacturing or operational excellence methodologies.
Familiarity with labor relations and collective bargaining environments.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate business objectives into a forward-looking people strategy across a multi-entity organization.
• Governance Acumen : Strong understanding of corporate governance, board-level reporting, and regulatory compliance within an industrial context.
• Operational Excellence : Comfort operating in a manufacturing-driven culture with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Leadership & Influence: Ability to build trust and credibility with senior leaders, plant managers, and frontline employees alike.
• Analytical Rigor: Data-driven approach to HR decision-making, workforce planning, and performance metrics.
• Change Management : Skilled at leading organizational change and managing the human impact of business transformation.