Location:
Holland, Michigan, United States
Job ID:
R0140722
Date Posted:
2026-08-21
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 world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we’re 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 You’ll 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 organization's 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…