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Director of HR Operations

Hitachi


Job Location:

Holland, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 23 August 2026 (23 days ago)
Application Deadline: 20 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location:

Holland Michigan United States

Job ID:

R0140722

Date Posted:

Company Name:

J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Human Resources

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

JR Automation a Hitachi Group Company is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the worlds leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and were always looking to strengthen our team across the globe.

Join us as a Director of HR Operations to lead HR business partnering and people operations across our divisions.

Why Join Us

  • Competitive wages medical benefits starting your first day and paid parental leave

  • Opportunity to work on unique custom automation projects

  • A collaborative engineering-driven environment

  • Career growth and skill development opportunities

  • A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter

Location Type: This position is onsite in Holland MI

Travel Requirements: 20%. Travel may include domestic and/or international customer supplier and JR Automation locations.

Role Overview: The Director of HR Operations provides leadership to a team of HR Managers and HR Partners while partnering closely with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to deliver consistent high-quality HR services across the organization. This position plays a critical role in shaping culture developing leaders managing organizational change and ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies.

How Youll Make an Impact:

Strategic Business Partnership

  • Serve as an HR advisor to the Chief Human Resources Officer aligning human resources strategies with business objectives growth initiatives and operational priorities.

  • Partner with executive and divisional leaders to provide strategic guidance on organizational design workforce planning leadership effectiveness talent development and culture initiatives.

  • Support organizational transformation efforts by identifying workforce opportunities risks and long-term talent needs.

HR Operations Leadership

  • Lead and develop a team of HR Managers and HR Partners supporting multiple divisions and functions.

  • Ensure consistency in the application of HR programs policies and processes across the organization.

  • Oversee employee relations performance management organizational development and leadership support activities.

  • Drive operational excellence through standardized practices continuous improvement and effective service delivery.

Employee Relations & Culture

  • Provide oversight and direction for complex or escalated employee relations matters.

  • Ensure thorough and timely investigations while maintaining compliance with company policies and employment regulations.

  • Foster a positive inclusive and high-performing workplace culture.

  • Serve as a trusted resource for employees and leaders supporting engagement collaboration and organizational alignment.

COE Partnership & Change Management

  • Collaborate closely with HR Centers of Excellence including Compensation Benefits Talent Acquisition Talent Development Compliance and HRIS.

  • Lead the deployment and adoption of enterprise HR programs initiatives and policy changes.

  • Drive effective change management strategies to support business transformation and organizational growth.

  • Ensure a consistent employee experience across divisions and functions.

Performance Management

  • Lead execution of the organizations performance management strategy across divisions.

  • Coach HR Managers and HR Partners to effectively support leaders throughout the performance cycle.

  • Reinforce accountability talent calibration employee development and succession planning.

  • Promote effective utilization of talent management systems and tools.

Compliance & Risk Management

  • Ensure adherence to federal state and local employment regulations.

  • Partner with the Compliance COE to maintain audit readiness documentation standards and policy compliance.

  • Proactively identify organizational risks and implement mitigation strategies.

  • Promote ethical decision-making and a culture of accountability.

HR Leadership & Coaching

  • Develop and mentor a high-performing HR Operations team.

  • Coach senior leaders on leadership effectiveness change management team development workforce planning and employee relations strategies.

  • Build organizational capability through strong leadership partnerships and talent development initiatives.

Administrative Leadership

  • Provide leadership oversight to the Administrative Services Manager and the broader administrative support function.

  • Support the development of administrative team capabilities and service excellence.

  • Ensure efficient consistent and customer-focused administrative support across the organization.

Note: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What Youll Bring:

  • Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Organizational Development or a related discipline is required.

  • Minimum of 10 years experience in Human Resources encompassing employee relations talent management organizational development and HR operations.

  • At least 35 years in an HR leadership capacity.

  • HR certifications such as SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP PHR or SPHR are highly desirable.

  • Comprehensive knowledge of federal state and local employment laws regulations and HR best practices.

  • Significant HR leadership experience supporting senior leaders and executive teams.

  • Proven ability to lead company-wide cross-functional change initiatives and drive organizational transformation.

  • Demonstrated effectiveness in matrixed organizations and collaboration across HR Centers of Excellence (COEs).

  • Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.

  • Ability to establish trusted partnerships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

  • Proficient in utilizing HR technology systems and data to inform business and workforce decision. Workday preferred.

  • Dedicated to fostering an inclusive high-performance workplace culture.

  • Experience with JR Automation or within the automation industry is strongly preferred.

Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen physical examination and background check.

Company Overview:

At JR Automation A Hitachi Group Company we discover potential reimagine limits and advance industry. When faced with a problem we find a solution. Together we push whats possible to automate for tomorrow.

Join our team of 2000 at one of our 20 facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.

Fueled by Possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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