Director of People & Culture

The K Company

  • Akron, Ohio
  • 8 days ago
  • $55,000–$80,000 Per Year

Highlights

Position Summary The Director of People & Culture is responsible for leading the company's human resources strategy and daily HR operations while fostering a positive, engaging, and high-performing workplace culture. This position plays a critical leadership role in shaping the employee experience while ensuring Human Resources practices align with the company's mission, values, and long-term strategic objectives.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAkron, Ohio
Salary$55,000–$80,000 Per Year

Description

Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Tuition assistance

Director of People & Culture

Position SummaryThe Director of People & Culture is responsible for leading the company's human resources strategy and daily HR operations while fostering a positive, engaging, and high-performing workplace culture. This role oversees the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, training, and organizational development. The Director of People & Culture partners with leadership to attract, develop, and retain top talent while ensuring HR processes support the company's long-term growth and values.Essential Responsibilities
  • Talent Acquisition & Recruiting
  • Manage full-cycle recruiting for all company positions.
  • Employee Onboarding & Offboarding
  • Employee Relations & Culture
  • HR Administration
  • Benefits & Compensation Administration
  • Policy & Compliance
  • Training & Development
  • Operational Support
Qualifications
  • 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
  • Experience managing full-cycle recruiting and employee onboarding.
  • Working knowledge of employment laws, HR compliance, and best practices.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR technology platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
  •  Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. 
  • SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
  • Experience in the construction, skilled trades, manufacturing, or service industries.
  • Experience managing apprenticeship or workforce development programs.
  • Experience leading culture, engagement, and employee development initiatives.
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods.
  • Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to travel locally for recruiting events, career fairs, and company meetings as needed.
This position plays a critical leadership role in shaping the employee experience while ensuring Human Resources practices align with the company's mission, values, and long-term strategic objectives.
Compensation: $55,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year