Human Resources Director

Position Overview

As the Director of Human Resources, you will lead the HR function, aligning human capital strategies with business goals to drive organizational growth and operational excellence. You will be responsible for developing and executing HR strategies, fostering a high-performance culture, and supporting the growth and scalability of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Leadership: Develop and implement HR strategies that align with business objectives, focusing on talent acquisition, retention, workforce planning, and organizational development.
• Talent Management: Oversee full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and talent development to ensure the company attracts and retains top talent in the highly specialized additive manufacturing sector.
• Employee Engagement & Culture: Foster a positive, innovative, and inclusive workplace culture that drives high levels of employee engagement, collaboration, and productivity.
• Performance Management: Design and implement performance management programs, including goal setting, feedback, and career development initiatives.
• Compensation & Benefits: Develop competitive compensation and benefits programs that align with market trends and support the company’s strategic goals.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure HR policies and practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations, reducing organizational risk and promoting a safe and inclusive work environment.
• HR Operations & Analytics: Leverage HRIS systems to improve HR operations, track key HR metrics, and provide insights to support data-driven decision-making.
• Leadership Development: Coach and mentor managers and leaders, providing guidance on performance management, team building, and conflict resolution.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Champion DEI initiatives to build a diverse workforce that drives innovation and reflects the communities we serve.
• Change Management: Lead organizational change efforts, supporting the company’s growth and scalability as it evolves in a fast-paced, technology-driven market.
  
  
  

Qualfications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or other relevant certifications preferred.
• 8+ years of HR leadership experience, ideally within manufacturing, technology, or engineering environments.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and talent management strategies.
• Experience scaling HR functions in high-growth or startup environments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Rippling, Workday, ADP) and HR analytics.
  
  
  

About The Company

Velo, Velo3D, Sapphire and Intelligent Fusion are registered trademarks of Velo3D, Inc. Without Compromise, Flow, Flow Developer, and Assure are trademarks of Velo3D, Inc.

With the only SupportFree laser powder bed fusion capability, we enable on-demand manufacturing of production quality Titanium, Inconel, and Aluminum parts with an unprecedented degree of design freedom and quality control. The VELO3D award-winning solution includes an integrated offering of hardware and software: Sapphire metal AM production printer, Flow print preparation software, Assure quality assurance and control system, and an integrated manufacturing process that runs throughout the printing operation.

Our team enjoys excellent benefits including healthcare coverage and 401(K) employer contributions. We believe in transparency and recognizing exceptional efforts through our monthly all-hands meetings and team member appreciation awards.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base salary for this full-time position is between $170,000 and $230,000. This salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this position in the U.S. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience, job-related skills, related education, work location, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. In addition to a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and equity program, as applicable.

Velo3D provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on, race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.