BW Converting · 1 day ago
Director People, Converting Technologies
BW Converting Solutions is a strategic alliance of resources and services within Barry-Wehmiller, focused on high-performance converting and packaging machinery. The Director of People will serve as the senior HR leader, shaping and delivering a people strategy that supports business growth and fosters a culture of Truly Human Leadership across global manufacturing sites and teams.
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary people leader and advisor for Converting Technologies globally, partnering closely with the President and leadership team
Design and execute the People strategy to align with business priorities, ensuring organizational effectiveness and resilience
Represent the perspective of the business within the BW Converting Platform and across the broader BW enterprise
Lead global talent processes including workforce planning, talent review, succession planning, and leadership development
Build career paths and leadership pipelines that prepare talent for both current and future needs
Ensure performance management processes foster accountability, feedback, and growth
Champion Barry-Wehmiller’s Truly Human Leadership culture worldwide, ensuring teams feel cared for and engaged while delivering results
Actively monitor organizational health and engagement, deploying cultural initiatives and holding leaders accountable for culture in action
Lead change management efforts during growth, restructuring, or integration, ensuring alignment with BW playbooks and best practices
Provide coaching and guidance to senior leaders to navigate organizational dynamics and drive continuous improvement
Partner with BW Compensation leaders to ensure competitive, equitable, and consistent pay practices globally
Ensure compliance with international, national, and local labor regulations across all operating regions
Leverage people systems and data analytics to provide insights that guide decision-making
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, or related field
10+ years of progressive HR/people leadership experience, including global scope and multi-country exposure
Strong background in organizational design, talent management, and leadership development within manufacturing or industrial settings
Experience in M&A, integration, or large-scale organizational transformation
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders, build alignment, and lead across cultural and geographic boundaries
Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and change leadership skills
Preferred
Multi-faceted business experience beyond HR is a plus
Company
BW Converting
From paper to plastic, ink to textile products, to packaging, BW Converting changes things for the better.