Director, Human Resources

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world.  Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development.  We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world. 

As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants.   With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As the Director of Human Resources, you will have the opportunity to drive the strategic planning, tactical management, and effective implementation of HR strategy, programs, and processes that support business priorities for SPX’s Cooling business, and directly manage a team of 2 and supporting ~550 employees with a significant focus on talent, employee engagement, organizational design, employee relations, performance management, and compensation.

This position will continuously improve core HR processes, programs, and policies for the ~$650M Global Cooling business. This position works with leadership teams and corporate support services to ensure a highly efficient and motivated workforce that is appropriately aligned. The successful incumbent will have extensive knowledge of the human resources field, laws, and compliance and a sound understanding of how to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization and develop an engaged, inclusive culture.  This role is focused on strategy and execution so the successful incumbent will be able to navigate through priorities seamlessly.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

1. Business Partnership:

• Align human resources with business strategic objectives and corporate HR objectives
• Effectively implement HR initiatives and programs (communications, employee engagement, learning & development, compensation & benefits) across the business
• Proactively identify risks, opportunities, and potential solutions that enable the business to deliver on long-term and short-term commitments  
• Foster a culture of accountability and engagement to ensure the business has the right talent at the right time and place
• Understand key business drivers and challenges to provide HR business partner support to leaders
• Use business knowledge, trend reporting, and data to provide solutions that align with business goals
• Manage key HR metrics, including turnover, time to fill, succession depth, and project completion rate
• Lead key HR projects and continuously improve HR processes
• Contribute to merger & acquisition activity to include due diligence and integration

2. Talent & Organizational Development: 

• Select, retain, and develop the right talent and capacities, ensuring professional and hourly staffing needs are met through creative, proactive, and effective attraction and retention processes and program
• Ensure hourly staffing needs are met across locations
• Direct and support employee career development and recognition programs
• Partner with leaders to identify and implement training programs aligned with learning and development needs and linked to business strategy
• Oversee performance management process to identify key talent, succession planning, and talent action plans
• Maintain and administer a total rewards process that directly ties compensation to performance 
• Effectively analyze and recommend organizational capabilities to support the delivery of the business strategy
• Manage annual pay planning process, including analysis of budget, performance ratings, and other relevant criteria

3. Employee and Labor Relations: 

• Continually improve employee relations through proactive identification of workplace issues, appropriate policy development and implementation, and employee engagement
• Maintain positive labor relations with bargaining unit(s) and conduct labor negotiations as appropriate
• Provide direction and support for all regulatory requirements including EEO, FLSA, OSHA, FMLA, ADA, and corporate compliance guidelines

4. Change Management and Continuous Improvement:

• Champion new initiatives and act as a catalyst for change
• Build case for why change matters, overcome resistance to change, engage key stakeholders, and drive processes to sustain change
• Support the development, execution, and implementation of digital solutions and more streamlined HR processes to drive continuous improvement and efficiency
• Contribute to merger and acquisition activity, including due diligence and integration
• Participate in other projects as assigned that relate to the overall goals of the department and organization

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

• 10+ years of experience in progressively responsible Human Resources roles
• Minimum of 5 years of management experience and working with unions
• Experience managing large HR projects

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Professional expertise and knowledge to develop HR strategies that will have a high impact, drive business success, and resolve complex and challenging HR issues
• Proven ability to build effective partnerships with senior leaders and improve senior leadership capability through coaching, mentoring, and constructive challenge
• Knowledge of how to allocate HR resources and measure HR performance to deliver impactful, effective, business-aligned programs
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to attract, motivate, and develop a high-performing team
• Demonstrated success in leading complex change or transformation programs by building commitment and countering resistance
• Knowledge of the levers to drive cultural change and how to engender accountability at all levels of an organization
• Demonstrated ability to build leaders within HR and across all organizational areas
• Proven ability to speak with data and build solid business cases
• Strong commitment to own professional development and knowledge of how to build a culture of continuous learning

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Organizational Development, Business Administration or related field
• MBA or other business/HR-related graduate degree preferred
• PHR/SPHR/GPHR Certification preferred

Travel & Working Environment

• Onsite office environment
• Travel 25%

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are.  Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other.  Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.  

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs  

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day.  We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential. 

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.