Director of Human Resources Job at Ben's Structural Fabrication, Inc., Saint Cloud, MN

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  • Ben's Structural Fabrication, Inc.
  • Saint Cloud, MN

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

Ben’s Structural Fabrication, a leading steel fabrication company, is seeking an onsite Director of Human Resources based in the St. Cloud, MN area. This is a high-impact, department-of-one role that blends strategic leadership with hands-on execution and serves as a key member of the leadership team. 

Reporting directly to the President, the Director will be responsible for evaluating and modernizing the existing HR department, optimizing current systems, and implementing best-in-class practices to support business growth and employee success. This role will manage all aspects of HR, including talent acquisition, performance management, training, compensation, benefits, compliance, and employee engagement.

Job Summary

The Director of Human Resources will serve as a strategic advisor and HR leader, aligning HR practices with business objectives and fostering a strong organizational culture. This role is ideal for a seasoned HR professional who can independently manage core HR functions, lead strategic initiatives, and drive continuous improvement across all areas of human resources.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

HR Leadership & Strategy

  • Evaluate the current HR function and implement improvements to elevate practices to modern, professional standards.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to design and implement HR strategies that strengthen organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.
  • Develop and refine HR policies, procedures, and systems that align with company goals and industry best practices.

Systems & Analytics

  • Optimize the existing Human Resource Information System (HRIS) by evaluating current usage, identifying underutilized modules, and implementing additional functionalities to enhance data integrity, workflow efficiency, and reporting capabilities.
  • Utilize HRIS and reporting tools to track HR metrics and trends, providing insights to leadership for data-driven decision-making.

Talent Management

  • Manage full-cycle talent acquisition, onboarding, and offboarding processes to ensure alignment with company culture and workforce needs.
  • Lead the performance management process, including goal setting, feedback, and employee development initiatives.
  • Identify, develop, and implement employee training programs including compliance, technical skills, and professional development opportunities to support individual growth and organizational objectives.

Total Rewards & Compliance

  • Administer and enhance compensation, benefits, and payroll programs to remain competitive and compliant.
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws by maintaining current knowledge of regulatory requirements and proactively updating company policies and practices.

Employee Experience

  • Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution, investigations, grievances, and disciplinary actions with professionalism, fairness, and confidentiality.
  • Promote a positive and inclusive workplace by organizing employee engagement initiatives, office events, and team-building activities.

General/Support

  • Work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating cross-functionally with other departments and leaders to accomplish company goals.
  • Perform additional responsibilities and projects as needed to support the organization’s overall goals.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive human resources experience required, 12–15 years preferred, including demonstrated leadership across all major HR functions.
  • Proven experience in a senior or director-level HR role, ideally with exposure to executive leadership responsibilities.
  • Strong knowledge of HR best practices, compliance, compensation, benefits, recruitment, and performance management.
  • Demonstrated ability to assess and modernize HR processes and systems.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills at all organizational levels.
  • Successful track record of independently managing complex HR initiatives and driving cultural and operational improvements.
  • This is a fully onsite role, and candidates must be able to work at our Waite Park, MN facility.
  • Local candidates are strongly preferred. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Education and Certifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
  • Advanced degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred.

Compensation details: 90000-135000

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Job Tags

Work at office, Local area, Relocation package,

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