Director of Human Resources

Company: Regal Ware
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: May 9, 2025

Job Description:

Director of Human Resources

Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.

Regal Ware

Milwaukee, WI



Regal Ware is a fourth generation led, family-owned company based in the US Midwest for over 100 years. We produce and sell the best cookware products in the business and we're always looking for what's next in the kitchen. We believe the kitchen (and the family table) make up the hub of the home, where everyone belongs.



We are all working together to:

Support our divisions - when they grow, we grow
Positively impact the lives of over 1,000,000+ people each year with our innovative and entrepreneurial mindset
Create an environment where all employees can do their best work



You will love it here if you believe in the following:

Everybody matters
Do the right thing
We are in this together
Passion for our customers



If this sounds like the company for you, your seat at our Regal Ware family table awaits.



Your seat at the table: Director of Human Resources



You will love this seat if you get, want, and have the capacity to:

LMA (Lead, Manage and Drive Accountability)Manage, lead and develop the HR team to ensure HR strategy, programs and processes support a performance-based culture emphasizing continuous improvement, team-work and individual/team accountability.
Act as a business partner with senior leaders to develop and execute human resources initiatives that support business strategy and objectives.
Establish and maintain HR metrics to make data driven decisions and improvements to HR programs and processes.
Direct and support activities for risk management (health and safety) of all employees.
Support the planning and execution of companywide labor relations policies and practices including labor negotiations, grievances, mediation and arbitration.


People Capital ProcessProvide guidance and support to managers to identify, evaluate, and resolve employee relations, employee morale, work performance, and organizational productivity concerns.
Direct and support processes and communications related to employment (i.e. hire, promotion, transfer) to ensure smooth transitions for all affected.
Ensure HR programs, processes and policies comply with all federal, state and local laws and guidelines.
Support the HR team and hiring managers to select, interview, and hire candidates.
Ensure onboarding process and new employee orientation set employees up for success to ensure understanding of company business operations and are able to quickly make an impact in their position.


Salary Administration & HRISOversee the structure and process for an effective salary administration system and compensation plan to support organizational goals.
Ensures Human Resources Information System (HRIS) is implemented, provides efficiencies to HR processes and properly maintained to meet privacy and data laws.


Talent Succession & PlanningEnsure training and development programs meet the needs of the organization to increase employee performance. Develop a strategy for organizational development to meet company growth, improve turnover, and ensure succession plans in key positions.


Benefits & Rewards OversightOversee the development and implementation of the employee benefit strategy that supports the company's goals and values.





We need this seat to have:

Bachelor's degree in Business or Human Resources or equivalent experience is required. Master's degree is a plus.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience. Manufacturing environment and International experience is a plus.
Minimum of 5 years of people managing experience.
Minimum of 3 years of labor relations and union negotiations.
Requires high tolerance for ambiguity, good judgment, strong work ethic and sense of urgency.
Must be able to manage multiple priorities, follow through on commitments and manage time effectively.
Must be able to effectively communicate, both written and verbal form, at all levels of the organization.
Has solid business acumen and pragmatism and effectively balances business issues with employee advocacy.
Possesses strong emotional intelligence and empathy to navigate delicate employee situations that demonstrate the company values.
Possesses high integrity, trustworthiness, self-confidence, and self-awareness.
Requires advance knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and HRIS applications. Experience with Paylocity HRIS is a plus.
Human Resources certification, i.e. Professional in Human Resources or SHRM-Certified Professional is required or able to obtain after hire



This seat reports to: President of Regal Ware



Our company believes leaders are critical to the success of each individual. Because of this, you will have a leader who:

Works with a sense of urgency and aligned purpose
Has a passion for our customers and a focus on end consumers
Is a servant leader who is collaborative and approachable
Has strong ethics and integrity
Is courageous and inspirational



There are so many benefits to being a part of the Regal Ware Team! Our benefits package is built with you and your family in mind - and that starts with the things that are most important to you - your health, your lifestyle, and your future. Learn more at https://www.regalware.com/benefits/



*Regal Ware is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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