Vice President of Human Resources

We are recruiting a Vice President of Human Resources for our client that is a high performing industrial technology organization on an exciting growth trajectory. As the HR leader, you’ll drive the employee experience for team members across multiple locations, with a strong footprint in California. This is a unique opportunity to spearhead HR innovation in a dynamic, multi-site environment that values excellence, agility, and its people.

Competitive compensation package includes a base salary of $150K–$200K( DOE), performance-based bonus up to 25%, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and potential equity participation

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive HR strategy aligned with revenue goals, scalability, and organizational growth across multiple locations, including Employee Stock Ownership Plan related initiatives and change management.
• Ensure full compliance with California-specific employment laws (e.g., FEHA, PAGA, AB 5) and federal regulations to minimize legal and operational risks.
• Lead recruitment, retention, and performance management for employees, with tailored strategies for California’s competitive market and a distributed workforce.
• Design cost-effective, compliant compensation and benefits programs (e.g., health insurance, 401k, workers’ comp), while overseeing payroll, HRIS, and operational metrics.
• Foster a positive workplace culture through conflict resolution, leadership coaching, and training programs aligned with company goals and California mandates.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years in senior roles within mid-sized companies ($50M–$150M revenue, 100–300 employees).
• Deep knowledge of California labor laws and proven success managing HR across multi-location operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field required; Master’s degree or certifications like SHRM-SCP or SPHR strongly preferred.
• Proficient in HR technologies (HRIS, ATS) with a strong focus on analytics and data-informed decision-making.
• Combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, exceptional communication, and the ability to lead a geographically distributed workforce  with occasional travel (up to 20%).