Senior Director, Human Resources - Aluminum Boat Group (ABG)
Job Description
Are you ready for what’s next?
Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.
Location: Mettawa, IL
Workplace Category: Hybrid
Travel Required: Yes; 40-50%
Direct Reports: Yes
Pay Range: $151,700 - $227,000
Relocation: Yes
Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:
Position Overview:
As part of the talented Brunswick Boat Group Human Resources team, the Senior Director, Human Resources serves as the senior HR leader for the Aluminum Boat Group (ABG), supporting a multi-site manufacturing footprint across the United States and Canada. This role partners closely with ABG leadership, operations, and site HR teams to drive workforce strategy, leadership effectiveness, labor relations, organizational capability, and operational execution. The Senior Director plays a critical role in ensuring people strategies directly support business performance, labor stability, leadership development, and long-term organizational growth across the enterprise.
At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
Scope of Responsibility:
Provides senior HR leadership across ABG’s manufacturing and business locations, including:
- Princecraft (Canada)
- Lund Boats (New York Mills, MN; Wilmar, MN; and Canada)
- Crestliner (New York Mills, MN; Wilmar, MN)
- Lowe Boats (Lebanon, MO)
- Thunder Jet Boats (Clarkston, WA)
- Harris Pontoons (Fort Wayne, IN)
Partners directly with the President of ABG, operations leadership, and site HR leaders to drive consistent, practical, and compliant execution across all locations.
Also supports ABG Sales and partners with BBG Supply Chain and Operations leadership as part of the broader enterprise.
Key Areas of Impact:
Business & Leadership Partnership
- Serve as the senior HR partner to ABG leadership, providing counsel on labor strategy, organizational effectiveness, and workforce decisions
- Act as a trusted advisor to the ABG senior leadership team
- Serve as a core member of the ABG leadership team, contributing to business strategy, operating plans, and execution
Talent & Leadership
- Lead and oversee all talent management processes across ABG, including performance management, development, and succession planning for critical roles
- Build and strengthen frontline supervisor and leadership capability to improve safety, retention, productivity, and employee experience
- Lead, develop, and coach site-based HR leaders to operate as credible, pragmatic business partners
Workforce & Strategic Staffing
- Drive workforce planning aligned to production demand, skill availability, and business changes
- Lead strategic staffing initiatives across ABG to ensure the right talent is in place across sites and functions
- Ensure robust succession planning strategies are in place for key roles across the organization
Labor Relations
- Own labor relations strategy and execution, including union partnership, bargaining support, contract administration, and grievance management for ABG’s unionized locations
- Ensure labor approaches support operational continuity and can scale as the business evolves
Execution & Standards
- Ensure disciplined, consistent application of HR standards while allowing appropriate flexibility based on site realities
- Balance speed, compliance, and sound judgment across all people-related decisions
Enterprise Alignment
- Represent ABG within BBG-wide HR priorities and initiatives
- Ensure enterprise HR programs are practical and executable within manufacturing environments
Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
- 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including significant experience supporting manufacturing environments with hourly populations
- Broad HR expertise across employee relations, labor relations, talent management, compensation, compliance, and organizational development
- Experience supporting multi-site and global organizations
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and operate as a credible strategic business partner
- Strong analytical, decision-making, organizational, and project management skills
- Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, UKG, or similar systems
- Ability to travel regularly to manufacturing sites across the ABG footprint
- Valid passport or ability and willingness to obtain a passport for international travel
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Experience supporting unionized manufacturing environments
- Experience leading HR strategy across geographically dispersed operations
- Demonstrated success leading organizational change and workforce transformation initiatives
- SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or similar HR certification
Working Conditions:
- Hybrid role based in Mettawa, IL with regular travel to manufacturing locations throughout the United States and Canada
- Manufacturing and office environment exposure, including plant floor interaction and leadership engagement within production facilities
- Ability to travel up to approximately 40–50% depending on business needs
The hiring range for this position is $151,700 - $227,000 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.
In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and an award target as part of Brunswick’s long-term incentive program. This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.
Why Brunswick:
Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!
About Brunswick Boat Group
Brunswick Boat Group is home to a diverse portfolio of iconic marine brands, including Bayliner, Boston Whaler, Crestliner, Harris, Heyday, Lowe, Lund, Navan, Princecraft, Protector, Quicksilver, Rayglass, Sea Ray, Spartan, Thunder Jet, and Uttern. Each brand carries a legacy of innovation, craftsmanship, and performance that has shaped the boating industry worldwide.
Across our fiberglass and aluminum manufacturing facilities, our team members are the driving force behind our success. We foster a culture rooted in safety, integrity, continuous improvement, and personal growth. Whether you're building unsinkable legends, pioneering wake sports, or crafting fishing and pontoon boats trusted for generations, you'll be part of a united team committed to delivering exceptional experiences on the water
Next is Now!
We value growth and development, recognizing 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.
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