Hands-On HR Manager — Build People & Processes

Hottinger Bruel & Kjaer; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus opportunities

401(k) match

Benefits package

Job summary

Hottinger Bruel & Kjaer (HBK) Marlborough, MA is seeking a hands-on HR Manager to support Marlborough and Williston operations. You’ll build relationships, advise managers, and manage day‑to‑day HR tasks while ensuring compliant practices across Massachusetts and Vermont.

The role emphasizes employee relations, recruiting, performance management, benefits, and HR administration with a focus on practical, business‑savvy HR solutions.

Qualifications

• Five years of progressive HR experience and hands-on.
• Experience with employee relations, recruiting, performance management, benefits, and HR administration.
• Ability to advise managers and have honest conversations.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.
• Organized enough to manage multiple priorities without losing sight of people behind the paperwork.
• Communicates clearly, builds trust, and treats people fairly.
• Proactive, resourceful, and willing to roll up sleeves to solve problems.
• Balance empathy with accountability as an HR partner.

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to HR person for Marlborough and Williston operations.
• Build relationships with employees and managers at all levels.
• Provide practical advice and help navigate workplace challenges.
• Coach managers through difficult conversations and performance concerns.
• Partner with hiring managers to recruit talented people who will make a difference.
• Support onboarding, performance reviews, and employee development.
• Maintain HR records and HR systems and ensure payroll accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with federal and Massachusetts and Vermont employment laws.

Skills

Employee relations

Recruiting

Performance management

Benefits

HR administration

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hottinger Bruel & Kjaer (HBK) Marlborough, MA is seeking a hands-on HR Manager to support Marlborough and Williston operations. You’ll build relationships, advise managers, and manage day‑to‑day HR tasks while ensuring compliant practices across Massachusetts and Vermont.

The role emphasizes employee relations, recruiting, performance management, benefits, and HR administration with a focus on practical, business‑savvy HR solutions.