Sr. Manager, Human Resources

Description

Our Company

Founded in 1961, WEG operates as a global leader in electric-electronic equipment and ranks among the world’s largest electric machine manufacturers. WEG employs more than 49,000 people worldwide, operates manufacturing facilities in 18 countries, and supports customers in more than 135 countries across five continents. 

WEG Transformers USA (WTU) operates as part of WEG’s Transmission and Distribution business. The Washington, Missouri campus includes Distribution, Power, and Specialty Transformer manufacturing operations. In 2025, WEG committed a $77 million investment to expand capacity, modernize manufacturing, and support U.S. energy infrastructure. These operations employ over 600 team members locally and continue to grow. 

Requirements

The Sr. Manager, Human Resources provides strategic and operational HR leadership to drive productivity, engagement and retention that supports business objectives, company growth and promotes a positive employee experience. Leads the development and execution of HR strategies, policies, and compliance practices that drive productivity, engagement, and retention, while guiding a team of HR professionals to deliver effective HR services and business partnership.

• Partner with senior leadership to drive workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategy.
• Leads the development and execution of human resource strategies
• Lead change management efforts related to growth, restructuring, or operational shifts
• Provide strategic direction and governance for regional benefits and compensation programs that balances the needs of talent retention and financial capability of the organization
• Lead, develop, and coach HR Team with clearly established performance expectations and drive accountability.
• Provide strategic influence for benefits and compensation programs and ensure programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with company philosophy and financial objectives. 
• Consults and advises leadership on highly confidential and complex human resources and employee relations issues 
• Effectively counsel and advise managers and supervisors on policy, guideline interpretation and workplace issues · Ensures that the day-to-day practices are in full compliance with U.S. labor laws (Federal, State and Municipal). ·
• Leads Talent Management programs to promote performance management, succession planning and talent development 
• Champion policy development, implementation and enforcement of company-wide HR policies and procedures ·
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to ensure effective hiring strategies that meet workforce demands.
• Lead all global mobility and immigration program activity and vendor relations for all of North America
• Drive continuous improvement of HR processes and systems and lead regular auditing programs of the HR function. 
• Apply strong global acumen to foster partnerships with corporate headquarters and other foreign entities. 

Must have: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, preferably in Human Resources.
• 10 years of progressive and strategic HR leadership.
• Demonstrated experience managing HR teams and driving strategic initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of compensation, benefits design, and employment law.
• Proven ability to influence senior leadership and drive organizational change.
• HR certification preferred.

Benefits:

WEG offers competitive compensation, meaningful and exciting career options, as well as excellent benefits available on your first day, including.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

https://www.weg.us/careers 

Salary : $142,000 - $160,000