Valerie Johnson

Director of Corporate HR, Employee Relations @Gentex Corporation

Zeeland, MI, US

o Lead the North American Employee Relations strategy for a global manufacturing organization, overseeing ER programs and practices for over employees across the U.S, Canada and Mexico (All contractors in Mexico).o Manager and develop a high-performing ER team of eight, distributed across the U.S, ensuring cohesive execution, continuous capability growth and consistent application of ER standards.o Design and impellent change strategies that support operations transformation, partnering closing with Engineering and Operations, and senior leadership to drive alignment and minimize disruption.o Advise executive and senior leaders on high-impact talent decisions, including succession planning, retention strategies, organizational design and performance related exits.o Translate business and operational objectives into actional people strategies, building cultures that enhance productivity, engagement, and leadership effectiveness.o Built the first formal ER strategy and support framework for Canadian operations, improving consistency, compliance and employee experience across regions.o Deliver HR support for diverse workforces, including remote, hybrid, manufacturing, field-based and office environments.o Challenge legacy processes and status quo, embedding industry best practices and customer focus thinking to elevate organizational standards and leadership effectiveness.

Cardinal Stritch University

MBA

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

BS, Organizational Communication & HR