Director, Total Rewards at Ellsworth Corporation – Germantown, Wisconsin
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Ellsworth,Germantown,Germantown, WI 53022, USA
Title Director, Total Rewards
Job Category: Human Resources
Risquisition Number: DIREC003022
Posted: April 17, 2026
Full-Time
Ellsworth-Germantown Germantown, WI 53022, USA
What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common?
Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products!
Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Director, Total Rewards opportunity. This role reports into our corporate headquarters located in Germantown, WI and requires an in-office/hybrid work schedule.
Are you passionate about attracting top talent by designing comprehensive total rewards programs? Want to continue to grow your career? This is an exciting time to be a part of Ellsworth, come join our team!
Ellsworth Corporation is a family-run company that has had continuous growth for over 50 years. We are an industry-leading global distributor, manufacturer, and packager of adhesives used by cell phone, medical device, space/aerospace, and electric vehicle industries! Click here to see our state-of-the-art facility and distribution center and learn more about our business, and here to find out more about the industries we serve, and here to learn about our consumer and manufacturing divisions.
This role designs, implements, and manages comprehensive total rewards programs that align with the organization’s goals, attract top talent, and enhance employee engagement. You will also create and implement compensation, benefits, HR Information System (HRIS), and recognition strategies to ensure competitiveness in the market while maintaining internal equity and compliance with relevant regulations.
Responsibilities
- Develops and executes the organization’s total rewards strategy (Compensation, HRIS, and Benefits), ensuring alignment with business objectives and company culture.
- Leads and mentors a team of professionals in the areas of compensation, benefits, and HIRS.
- Designs and manages competitive salary structures, incentive plans, and equity programs.
- Conducts market benchmarking and pay equity analyses to maintain competitiveness and compliance.
- Evaluates, designs, and manages employee benefit programs, including health, wellness, retirement, and other ancillary benefits.
- Ensures compliance with legal requirements and manages relationships with external vendors and brokers.
PERKS & BENEFITS
As an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more! Click Here for a summary of Employee Benefits
Qualifications
- Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Other combinations of education and/or experience may be considered.
- Experience in developing and managing complex total rewards strategies.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
- Preferred: Certified Benefits Professional (CBP), Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or other similar certification or training.
- Demonstrated ability to drive positive employee experience utilizing Total Rewards programs.
- Ability to partner with, build successful relationships with, and influence all levels of employees, including senior leaders and external partners.
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills with a focus on active listening.
- Ability to proactively identify issues, develop multiple solutions, and successfully present the recommended course of action to achieve target return on investment.
- Occasional domestic travel.
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