HR Manager - Darmann Abrasive Products - Clinton, MA

Page Executive; Worcester; Sur place; GBP 82 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401K plan with company contributions

Employee ownership participation

Healthcare benefits (employer-paid for

Family coverage

Exposure to global operations

Direct partnership with the CEO

Résumé du poste

Darmann in Worcester, MA, is seeking an accomplished HR Manager to lead all HR activities and align people strategy with business goals. You will partner with the CEO and senior leaders to drive workforce planning, organizational design and talent development across an international manufacturing footprint.

The role requires a hands-on yet strategic leader who can modernize HR systems and processes while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 8+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Experience leading HR in manufacturing, industrial, or operational environments.
• Strong employee relations and leadership coaching demonstrated.
• Experience supporting hourly and direct labor workforces.
• Knowledge of recruiting, performance management, compensation, benefits, compliance, and organizational development.
• Legal knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
• Experience partnering with business leaders and senior management.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on leadership.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing HR systems, policies and processes.

Responsabilités

• Lead all HR activities for the organization.
• Partner with the CEO and leadership on workforce planning, succession, org design and talent strategy.
• Develop and enhance HR systems, policies, processes, and infrastructure for growth.
• Drive employee engagement, retention, leadership development and performance management.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, compensation, benefits, workforce planning, and talent acquisition.
• Establish meaningful HR metrics and workforce KPIs for data-driven decisions.
• Support recruiting across manufacturing, engineering, technical, commercial and leadership roles.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment regulations.
• Foster accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and employee development.
• Partner with operational leadership to maintain a safe, productive manufacturing environment.

Connaissances

Employee relations

Leadership coaching

Hourly labor experience

Compliance knowledge

Strategic HR partnering

HR systems & policies

Communication & relationship building

People management

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Description du poste

• #1 HR role within the firm
• Reporting directly into the Chief Executive Officer

About Our Client

Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Clinton, MA, Darmann is a leading manufacturer of high performance bonded abrasive products used in superfinishing, precision grinding, honing, and other mission critical industrial applications. The company serves customers across North America, Europe, and Asia, providing innovative solutions to global markets including automotive, bearings, medical, semiconductor, and advanced manufacturing.

The company employs approximately 90 people globally, with the majority of employees based in Massachusetts. Darmann also maintains smaller operations in Poland and China, providing the organization with an international footprint while retaining the collaborative culture of a close knit manufacturing business.

As Darmann continues to invest in its people, processes, and long term growth strategy, Human Resources is a key function within the organization. This is a highly visible opportunity to partner directly with executive leadership and make a meaningful impact across the business.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the CEO, the HR Manager will lead all aspects of the HR function and serve as a trusted advisor to the leadership team. This individual will be responsible for developing and executing strategies that support organizational performance, employee engagement, workforce development, and long term business success.

This role requires a balanced leader who can operate comfortably at both the strategic and operational levels. The successful candidate will help modernize and scale HR initiatives while maintaining the collaborative, hands on culture that has contributed to Darmann's success. Main duties and responsibilities will include the following:

• Lead all Human Resources activities for the organization.
• Partner with the CEO and leadership team on workforce planning, succession planning, organizational design, and talent strategy.
• Develop and enhance HR systems, policies, processes, and infrastructure to support future growth.
• Drive employee engagement, retention, leadership development, and performance management programs.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, compensation, benefits, workforce planning, and talent acquisition.
• Establish meaningful HR metrics and workforce KPIs to support data driven decision making.
• Support recruiting efforts across manufacturing, engineering, technical, commercial, and leadership functions.
• Oversee compliance with federal, state, and employment regulations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and employee development.
• Partner closely with operational leadership to maintain a safe, productive, and engaged manufacturing environment.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree
• 8+ years of progressive Human Resources experience
• Previous HR leadership experience within manufacturing, industrial, or operational environments
• Strong employee relations and leadership coaching experience
• Experience supporting hourly and direct labor workforces
• Knowledge of recruiting, performance management, compensation, benefits, compliance, and organizational development
• Strong understanding of federal and state employment laws
• Experience partnering directly with business leaders and senior management
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with a hands on approach
• Strong communication, relationship building, and problem solving skills
• Experience managing HR systems, policies, and processes.

Preferred qualifications include:

• SHRM CP, SHRM SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
• Experience in an employee owned or ESOP environment.
• Experience supporting international operations.
• Experience leading HR initiatives during periods of business growth or organizational change.

What’s on Offer

• $ 110,000 to $ 120,000 base salary
• 10% performance related annual bonus
• 401K plan with company contributions
• Exposure to global operations across North America, Europe, and Asia.
• Employee ownership participation.
• Healthcare benefits, with large proportion paid for by employer for spouse and family
• Opportunity to lead Human Resources for a growing international manufacturing organization.
• Direct partnership with the CEO and executive leadership team.
• Significant influence on business transformation, workforce development, and organizational growth.
• Long-term career growth within a stable and expanding organization.