Director, Human Resources

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.  Estimated annual base pay: $171,000(minimum) - $205,000(midpoint) - $239,000(maximum) All Levels are eligible for the benefits below: All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.  401(k) match (4.5%) Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%) Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members   12 paid holidays Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.  Paid parental leave. Adoption Assistance   Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.   Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life   Member referral bonus   Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending   Voluntary benefits, including:    Home / Auto Insurance discounts   Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave    Are you ready to make your mark? If you’re a Human Resources professional with strong labor experience, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

Labor Relations: Built strong relationships with union representatives, resolving grievances and negotiating collective bargaining agreements. Led labor relations strategy, including contract negotiations and compliance with labor laws. Guided leadership on union matters, grievance resolution, and arbitration to reduce risks. Strategic Leadership Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that align with the company’s business objectives and growth targets. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and change management. Identify and address key HR challenges in a global, multi-site environment. Support the continued evolution and integration of business groups Talent Acquisition and Management Lead efforts to attract, retain, and develop talent in competitive markets across multiple geographies   Establish succession planning and leadership development programs to ensure a robust pipeline of future leaders. Oversee performance management, employee engagement, and career development initiatives. Culture and Employee Engagement Drive initiatives to foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and high performance across global sites. Implement strategies to improve employee satisfaction, retention, and morale while addressing workforce-related challenges. Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts across the organization. Promote consistency in employee experience across locations HR Operations and Compliance Provide oversight of HR operations, including payroll, benefits, and compliance with global labor laws and regulations. Manage employee relations and ensure fair and consistent application of policies across all sites. Optimize HR processes and systems to enhance efficiency and data-driven decision-making. Partner with legal and leadership on labor-related topics, including proactive employee relations strategies Organizational Development