Human Resources Director

A growing manufacturing company is looking for a driven, forward-thinking HR Director to join its Tampa, FL team. This is a newly created, full-time, W-2 position, giving you the chance to shape the role from scratch. Reporting straight to the CEO, the HR Director will oversee three direct reports and deliver both strategic and day-to-day HR guidance across four manufacturing locations nationwide. It's a rare chance for a hands-on HR professional ready to build the function, shape company direction at the leadership level, and establish long-term systems within a thriving company known for its culture and benefits.

What You'll Do

•       Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and senior leadership on workforce and people strategy

•       Establish the HR department from scratch — policies, systems, and structure — spanning four plant locations

•       Guide, coach, and grow a three-person HR team

•       Manage recruiting, new-hire onboarding, and staffing planning company-wide

•       Build and administer pay, benefits, and rewards programs that draw in and hold onto strong talent

•       Guide employee relations, performance processes, and engagement efforts for a multi-site manufacturing team

•       Maintain compliance with employment regulations at the federal, state, and local level across several states

•       Work alongside plant and operations leadership to connect HR initiatives with production and business objectives

•       Build out training, leadership growth, and succession programs

•       Guide HR policy creation and enforce consistency across every site

•       Foster a culture centered on safety, ownership, and ongoing improvement

What You Bring

•       Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or a related area required; an advanced degree or credential (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) is a bonus

•       At least 10 years of increasingly senior HR experience, including work supporting multi-site industrial or manufacturing operations

•       Track record of building or growing an HR department, preferably within an expanding organization

•       Solid grasp of labor law, compliance requirements, and HR practices spanning multiple states

•       Background supporting manufacturing or commercial construction workforces preferred; at ease on the plant floor engaging directly with staff

•       Track record in recruiting, employee relations, total rewards, and M&A support

•       Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior executives

•       UKG experience and conversational Spanish are a plus

•       Willingness to travel to plant sites as needed (roughly 10% overnight)

About the Company

This is an expanding manufacturer serving the commercial construction sector, focused on operational excellence and a culture that puts people first. The company is hiring an experienced HR Director to establish and run the HR function across its four U.S. manufacturing sites.

Benefits

•       Competitive salary

•       Full health, dental, and vision coverage

•       401(k) with employer match

•       Paid holidays and vacation time

•       The chance to build an HR function from the ground up, with direct CEO access and strong growth potential

Location

Based on-site in Tampa, Florida. This role does not offer remote or hybrid work.