At Lakeside Book Company, every role plays a part in bringing stories to life. We're looking for a Director of Human Resources to lead people strategy across multiple manufacturing sites-someone who can balance big-picture thinking with what's actually happening on the floor. This is a high-impact leadership role partnering directly with our COO, shaping how we attract, develop, and retain talent across operations, engineering, and support functions.
What You'll Do - Partner with the COO to align people strategy with production goals, operational performance, and long-term growth
- Lead HR across 7 manufacturing sites, coaching HR Managers and driving consistency while adapting to local needs
- Build workforce strategies to support high-volume hiring, specialized roles, and seasonal fluctuations
- Shape organizational design across EHS, CI, S&OP, and Engineering to improve efficiency and collaboration
- Drive a culture of safety and performance, partnering closely with EHS and operations leaders
- Lead change initiatives tied to continuous improvement, lean principles, and evolving business needs
- Enhance compensation and retention strategies for manufacturing talent, improving engagement and reducing turnover
What We're Looking For - 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including multi-site manufacturing leadership
- Strong experience supporting technical or operational functions (Engineering, EHS, Supply Chain, etc.)
- Proven ability to influence senior leadership and operate as a true business partner
- Deep understanding of manufacturing environments (labor planning, workforce challenges, shop-floor dynamics)
- Experience leading change, transformation, or CI initiatives
- Solid knowledge of labor laws and compliance (OSHA, FLSA, FMLA, etc.)
- Bachelor's degree required; SHRM-SCP or SPHR preferred
Why You'll Love Working Here - Opportunity to shape people strategy at scale across a growing manufacturing network
- Direct visibility and partnership with executive leadership
- A company that values safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- The chance to make a real impact from the shop floor to the leadership table
Additional Details - Location: Remote (with travel to plant locations)
- Travel: ~10-20%
- Salary Range: $155,000 - $175,000 + bonus