Human Resource Director (US Operations)

Danaher Corporation

WATER QUALITY GROUP
Danaher`s Water Quality Business is a global leader in water quality analysis and treatment, providing instrumentation and disinfection systems to help analyze and manage the quality of ultra-pure water, portable water, wastewater, groundwater and ocean water in residential, commercial, industrial, and natural resource applications. Our water quality business provides products under a variety of brands, including ChemTreat, Hach Lange, and Trojan Technologies.

 

HACH LANGE
HACH LANGE is a world leader in the manufacture and distribution of analytical instruments, test kits and reagents for testing the quality of water, aqueous solutions and air. Our products are designed specifically for quality, accuracy, and simplicity. Strengthened by our sister companies in the environmental industry worldwide, our goal for the future is to continue to provide customers with reliable instrumentation, accurately prepared reagents, proven methods, simplified procedures and outstanding technical support. We offer an environment that is team-centered, customer-driven, quality-focused, and growth-oriented. As a recognized global leader in the industry, we have enjoyed strong, consistent growth year over year. Working at HACH LANGE will provide you the opportunity for robust career development.

 

HACH LANGE MISSION
Ensure water quality for people around the world.

 

HACH LANGE VISION
We make water analysis better – faster, simpler, greener and more informative – via unsurpassed customer partnerships, the most knowledgeable experts, and reliable, easy-to-use products.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director, Human Resources, is responsible for providing the full range of HR support to Loveland and Ames Operations/ Manufacturing (revenue responsibility:  500M+; number of associates: 700, 2 locations: Loveland, CO and Ames, IA) to create a world class organization and talent capability to meet strategic and annual business objectives. This may include the coordination and implementation of systems, processes, policies and programs regarding recruitment, orientation/assimilation/on-boarding, organizational development, succession planning, talent development, management training, employment, compensation and benefits administration, safety, health, associate services, communications, regulatory compliance, and associate relations.

 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in the development and implementation of strategic HR priorities in line with and to support the achievement of the annual Hach business objectives

Lead cross functional strategic change projects to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency

Be the HR point of contact for the global VP of Operations in regards to HR matters pertaining to Loveland and Ames Operations/ Manufacturing

Provide coaching support for Operations leaders and managers and their staffs where needed

Be responsible for key talent and management development including consulting with the organization’s leaders regarding team development and personal/professional development of associates.

Provide internal consulting services regarding the interpretation and application of HR policies and processes. Participate in developing best practices and implementing policies and processes as applicable.

Develop and drive performance management processes, tools, communications, and training programs

Provide leadership in the development of a sustainable high performance/high commitment workforce

Manage day-to-day associate relations including problem solving, counselling, coaching, fact-finding

Ensure compliance with employment-related laws (EEOC, OSHA, Wage and Hour, etc.). Represent the company on related litigation.

Develop and/or deliver training programs as assigned.

Utilize DBS tools (TPI, VRK, etc.) to streamline HR processes, improve quality and reduce administrative cost.

Lead a team of 4 HR Managers and HR Specialists based in Loveland and Ames.


Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Master’s Degree in business or related field a plus.

10 or more years of progressive HR experience with a multi-national company in a managerial and generalist HR role required.

HR experience in an Operations/ Manufacturing environment preferred.

5-7 years of progressive people management experience required.

Knowledge of US laws governing employment required. Prior experience in organizational design, succession planning and talent management highly desired.

Prior experience in organizations committed to the principles of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. 


All external hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, physical testing and a complete background check which could include credit history.

 

Hach is an equal opportunity employer.

Danaher is a Fortune 200, NYSE-listed, science and technology leader that designs, manufactures and markets innovative products and services to professional, medical, industrial and commercial customers. Our premier brands are among the most highly recognized in each of the markets we serve. The Danaher Business System provides a foundation to our 63,000 associates around the world, serving customers in more than 125 countries. In 2012, we generated $18.3 billion of revenue from five reporting segments: Test & Measurement, Environmental, Dental, Life Sciences & Diagnostics, and Industrial Technologies. For more information please visit our website: www.danaher.com.

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