Director, People - North America

About Us:

BW Converting Solutions is a strategic alliance of resources and services that bring together several Barry-Wehmiller companies — Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D), STAX Technologies, Hudson-Sharp, Baldwin Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine. These industry leaders offer trusted brands and innovative technologies in the design, manufacture, and service of high-performance converting and packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag-converting, mailing, and printing industries.

 

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

 

Job Description:

The Director, People (HR) – North America is a strategic and hands-on partner to the managers and directors leading our North American teams. This role plays a critical part in supporting leaders to build strong teams, foster engagement, and deliver business results through people.

You’ll collaborate closely with site and functional leaders to implement People strategies that drive performance, leadership capability, and a culture aligned with Barry-Wehmiller’s values. The role blends coaching, talent development, organizational support, and HR operations to enable both people and business success.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Partnership & Leadership Support

• Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to manager- and director-level leaders across manufacturing sites and functions.
• Help leaders strengthen their teams through effective performance management, feedback, and development planning.
• Partner with leaders to address organizational needs, workforce planning, and succession within their areas.
• Collaborate with the global People team to ensure consistency and alignment of policies, practices, and culture across BW Converting.

Talent and Development

• Guide leaders in identifying, developing, and retaining high-potential team members.
• Partner to support leadership capability-building programs and ongoing coaching.
• Drive talent and succession planning discussions that ensure depth and readiness for key roles.

Engagement and Culture

• Support site-level engagement initiatives that strengthen connection to our Truly Human Leadership culture.
• Analyze feedback and engagement data to identify trends and partner with leaders to create meaningful action plans.
• Promote open-minded communication and a positive team member experience across all sites.

Operational HR Excellence

• Oversee HR practices and compliance across North American sites, ensuring consistency with local laws and company values.
• Partner with shared services and centers of excellence (Compensation, Talent Acquisition, etc.) to deliver effective People solutions.
• Lead and mentor a team of People professionals supporting local site needs and priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years partnering with manager- and director-level leaders in a manufacturing or multi-site environment.
• Strong ability to build relationships, influence, and coach leaders at all levels.
• Proven success in organizational development, talent planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
•  In-depth understanding of U.S. employment law and HR best practices; Canadian HR knowledge a plus.
•  Demonstrated ability to balance strategic and hands-on work in a dynamic, growth-oriented business.
• Genuine passion for people-centered leadership and creating environments where team members can thrive.

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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.  We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.

 

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

 

Company:

Paper Converting Machine Company