Armed Security Officer (Day shift)

Crane Currency Malta Limited; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differential

Overtime eligibility

Bonuses

Medical benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Crane Currency in Nashua, NH is seeking an Armed Security Officer to protect personnel and assets across site operations. The role requires vigilance, quick decision-making, and adherence to security policies while supporting a safe, compliant workplace.

The position operates on a 6:45am–7:00pm rotating schedule, including weekends/holidays. The successful candidate will have 1–2 years of armed security or related experience and be able to obtain required certifications and licenses.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of armed security, military, or law enforcement experience or an associate degree or higher in criminal justice or related field.
• Ability to obtain Basic 1st Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Armed Guard License in NH.
• Basic computer skills.
• High energy with ability to multitask.
• Able to adapt in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong conflict management and resolutions skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor access control, intrusion detection and surveillance systems and investigate unusual activity.
• Prevent unauthorized access to the premises and engage with security procedures.
• Use non-deadly force or firearms for self-defense per policy.
• Inspect outgoing parcels and track secure material shipments.
• Perform interior and exterior patrols and report vulnerabilities or improvements.
• Complete comprehensive incident reports.

Skills

Armed security experience

First Aid/CPR/AED

Basic computer skills

Conflict management

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or higher in criminal justice or related field

Tools

CCTV systems

Access control systems

Job description

Crane Currency

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Vet/Disab

Location: NH, Nashua

Department: Security

Crane Currency has an immediate position opening for a Armed Security Officer, based out of Nashua, New Hampshire. This is a rotating 3 days on 3 days off shift schedule. The hours are 6:45am to 7:00pm. Must be able to work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.

Who we are:

Crane Currency is a premier industrial technology company and a pioneer in currency manufacturing and advanced micro-optics technology for securing physical products. Our sophisticated equipment and software leverage proprietary core capabilities with detection and sensing technologies. Around the world, our customers trust us to anticipate their needs with innovative, reliable, and high-quality currency & authentication solutions and services—just as they have for generations.

How we will care for you:

• Excellent Pay - We offer competitive starting range of $25/hr - $28/hr + shift differential, complemented by a comprehensive career path designed to facilitate upward progression in line with your career aspirations.
• Additional Pay Benefits - Eligible for scheduled overtime, weekend differential, and holiday pay.
• Training - Participation in industry leading training opportunities.
• Top-notch medical benefits We'll take care of you and your family with industry leading company paid short- and long-term disability insurance, medical, dental and vision plans.
• Company bonus plans All full-time regular employees participate in our bonus plan.
• Personal development We want you to grow with us. Through lunch & learns, tuition reimbursement, career ladders and more.
• There’s more Associates eligible for paid time off (PTO) beginning date of hire, Company holidays, parental leave, and 401(K) with employer matching.

How you will make an impact:

Protecting our people is our number one priority, and you play a critical role in helping create a safe workplace. Your day-to-day operations and projects evolve around creating and executing procedures that help give confidence to our team that they are safe at work and can focus on their job duties. Our external customers look to you to help protect their products while at our sites. Global economies and brands rely on you and your peers to assess potential threats to building security from those who look to steal their product or our intellectual property.

Your primary responsibilities include facility security and asset protection, observation and reporting, communication and training and emergency response.

• Monitor access control, intrusion detection and surveillance systems and investigate unusual activity.
• Prevent unauthorized access to the premises by engaging in Security Questioning or contacting local law enforcement.
• Use non-deadly force or firearms for self-defense or defense of another person per policies and procedures.
• Inspect all outgoing parcels and track the receipt of secure material shipped from the facility.
• Perform interior and exterior visual patrols, reporting vulnerabilities, potential hazards, unusual findings, or ideas for improvements.
• Comprehensive incident reporting of unusual activity and investigative outcome.
• Enforce all safety and security policies and procedures and report violations to the Security Supervisor.
• Provide basic medical care and facilitate access for Emergency Responders in the event of an emergency.

Knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

Required:

• 1 - 2 years of experience in armed security, military, or law enforcement or an associate degree or higher in criminal justice or related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Basic 1st Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Armed Guard License in State of NH.
• Basic computer skills.
• High energy with the ability to prioritize and multi-task many activities at the same time.
• Ability to display confidence and be adaptive in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong conflict management and conflict resolutions skills.
• Position subject to mandatory overtime based on staffing requirements.
• Position subject to travel to Crane facilities in support of Security requirements.
• Applicants must be U.S. Citizens and will need to demonstrate Suitability for employment in a Position of Public Trust consistent with our U.S. Government contract requirements

Preferred:

• Knowledge of CCTV, premise alarm protection, and access control systems preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

What drives our team:

We are a passionate team of 1,200 creators and problem solvers, united by our purpose, we give people confidence every day in moments that matters. This comes to life through our Shared Values:

• People Matter
• Do the Right Thing
• Trusted Partner
• Innovate for Growth
• Always Improving

People are at the center of all that we do, from our employees to our customers and our communities. We empower our teams to help shape the Crane Currency experience, embracing and celebrating our unique perspectives and differences to learn from each other and grow stronger together. To learn more about life at Crane Currency, visit www.cranecurrency.com.

Where we are:

Your role is in Nashua, New Hampshire, a 40-mile drive from the vibrant heart of Boston. Nashua is a thriving city and has garnered recognition as the safest city in the nation, courtesy of WalletHub's latest rankings. Nashua's prime location places you central to an entertaining city life, as well as beautiful lakes, mountains, and ocean, ensuring something for everyone's lifestyle.

Crane Currency is a drug free workplace.

SUITABILITY AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION REQUIREMENTS: The final offer of employment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for disqualification in the hiring process. The background investigation process conducted by Crane and our U.S. Government Agency customers is very thorough. Therefore, it is imperative that applicants exercise candor and honesty when answering background questionnaires, especially as it relates to arrest, employment, education, finances, illegal drug use, and/or other criminal history. Falsification discovered in security documents or during the background investigation process may result in an immediate negative suitability determination.

Crane NXT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.