Director, Human Resources

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony.

DFR is part of the Refrigeration and Food Equipment segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion.

DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.

Job Title:        Director, Human Resources             

Location:       Conyers, GA             

What we’re looking for:

We have an exciting career opportunity for a Director, Human Resources as a strategic part of the Human Resources team in Dover Food Retail (DFR).  This position is located in our Conyers, GA HQ outside of Atlanta, GA.

In this role, you will lead and develop the HR team focused on delivering business objectives supporting 3 manufacturing plants across multiple states and an employee base of approximately 1,200.  You will develop and execute the strategy in support of the senior leadership teams. 

What you’ll be responsible for in this role:  

·         Leads and serves as an effective resource for employees to ensure clear communication and alignment to company employee relations goals and initiatives.

·         Provides consultation to the business and employees on all aspects of human resources strategy and policy

·         Builds relationships with business leaders, managers, and the corporate HR team(s) to help drive successful people strategies and programs

·         Identifies key development needs and develop project plans and timelines for design and delivery

·         Identifies opportunities and recommends/drives change management strategies to increase performance, reduce cost, and positively impact both HR and the business.

·         Supports the performance management program for the organization to aid leadership with goal deployment and cascading organizational goals throughout the employee base

·         Coach managers in leadership skills and employee interactions to ensure a positive and high-performance culture

·         Partners with key leaders on critical, strategic hires and serves a consultative resource, active member, and a trusted advisor to the organization

·         Assures that operations are conducted in accordance with the Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Conduct and applicable law and regulation; takes lead role in corrective action necessary to restore conformity with ethical and compliance standards; serves as role model and actively fosters employee awareness and compliance with the Code of Ethics

·         Supports talent management initiatives including recruiting, performance management, diversity and inclusion, employee training, organizational development, compensation programs, and succession planning.  Ensures efforts are synchronized with corporate organizational development/organizational effectiveness initiatives

·         Provides oversight for HR leaders across DFR and ensures issues and customer needs are handled in RIGHT and FAST

·         Ensures that the company has effective communication systems including the use of technology, coaching business leaders, and providing helpful, compliant written materials

·         Ensures the accuracy of HRIS and payroll for all facilities

·         Coordinates HR work with the EHS teams to ensure safe work environments and timely reporting and management of work-related accidents to the Worker’s Compensation Carrier

·         Leverage’s learning agility and the ability to incorporate feedback from key stakeholders into meaningful project management plans

·         Adding value to the team by utilizing your analytical capabilities and driving business objectives such as OPEX, Capacity and Growth

·         Collaborates with key stakeholders to support metrics, track milestones, review projects and roll out programs

·         Develops and implements changes as necessary to ensure projects meet time, cost and quality objectives

·         Partners with other HR professionals across the organization to deliver critical business decisions

·         Travel required 25%

What are the basic qualifications?

·         Bachelor’s degree in HR, Psychology, or related field

·         5+ year experience leading an HR team/Center of Excellence

·         10+ years of HR experience

·         2+ years working with HRISs

 To be a great fit for the role: 

·       Prior experience in a manufacturing environment (automotive or machinery a plus)

·       Ability to anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidance

·       Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills to handle difficult and sensitive matters.

·       Strong project management skills. Exposure to difficult or complex projects a plus.

·       Ability to influence stakeholders

·       Effective communication and ability to communicate complex compensation details in a clear manner.

·       Working in a collaborative team and balancing the needs of individual stakeholders while delivering corporate objectives

How We Define Our Values and Why You Should Join Our Team:

The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that define Dover to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially to ourselves.

These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions and measure our performance. It’s our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company.

·         Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit

·         Winning Through Customers

·         Respects and Values People

·         Expectations for Results

·         High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust

What’s in it for you?  

·         Medical, Dental, and Vision 

·         401k Retirement Plan 

·         Flexible Spending 

·         Paid Holidays 

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This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

This position is eligible to earn commissions based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable commissions plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits:  Benefits For This Position Include: A 401(K) Savings Plan With Employer Contributions; Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance; Wellness Programs; Health Savings Account, Health Care And Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Company Paid Short-Term Disability And Long-Term Disability; Company Paid Employee Basic Life And Ad&D Insurance; Supplemental Employee And Dependent Life Insurance; Optional Accident, Hospital Indemnity And Critical Illness Insurance; Adoption, Surrogacy, And Fertility Benefits And Assistance; Commuter Benefits; Parental, Military, Jury Duty, And Bereavement Leaves Of Absence; Paid Time Off, Including 11 Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year, Paid Vacation Days Beginning At 80 Hours Annually For Non-Exempt Employees And 120 Hours For Exempt Employees, 24 Paid Sick Leave Hours Annually Or As Provided Under State And Local Paid Sick Leave Laws, Tuition Assistance; Business Travel Services; Employee Discounts; And An Employee Assistance Program That Includes Company Paid Counseling Sessions And Legal Services. Eligibility For Benefits Is Governed By Applicable Plan Documents And Policies.


The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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