HR Director

Crane NXT, Co.; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Company bonus plan

Job summary

Crane Currency in Nashua, NH is seeking a Human Resource Director to lead the HR function for our manufacturing operations. You will shape workforce strategy, oversee employee relations and performance management, and partner with senior leadership to drive culture and organizational development.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in HR or related field and 10–15+ years of multi‑shift manufacturing HR experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field.
• 10–15+ years’ HR experience in a multi‑shift manufacturing setting or commensurate experience.
• Broad HR knowledge with strong business acumen.
• Experience in recruitment at all levels and handling employee relations with legal implications.
• Experience leading cultural change and growth; US citizenship for Public Trust eligibility.
• SHRM certification or similar preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies aligned with strategic objectives and compliant with employment laws.
• Support employee development through training programs and performance reviews.
• Manage career ladders and align with compensation practices.
• Handle employee relations and disputes to maintain positive relations.
• Design and manage compensation and benefits packages.
• Ensure regulatory compliance across HR activities.
• Analyze HR metrics to report on initiative effectiveness and drive improvements.
• Lead with a continuous improvement mindset and leverage AI to reduce tactical burden.

Skills

Recruitment & selection

Employee relations

Leadership & org development

Policy & compliance

HR metrics & analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

Human Resource Director – Nashua, NH

Join Crane Currency as a Human Resource Director in Nashua, NH and be part of a team where people matter, and innovation thrives.

How you will make an impact

The HR Director plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s workforce and culture by developing and implementing strategic HR initiatives. You oversee employee relations, performance management, and compliance, ensuring that HR practices align with business goals. By fostering a positive work environment and promoting employee development, you enhance overall productivity and job satisfaction. Your leadership in managing change and driving organizational development supports the company’s growth and adaptability. Additionally, you provide strategic insights to senior management, contributing to informed decision-making and long-term planning.

• Develop and Implement HR Policies: You will develop and implement human resources policies that align with the company's strategic objectives and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Support Employee Development: You will support employee development by implementing training programs, conducting performance reviews, and enhancing job satisfaction.
• Manage and coach on career ladders, and drive alignment with accompanying compensation practices.
• Manage Employee Relations: You will handle employee issues and disputes, fostering a positive work environment and maintaining good employee relations.
• Administer Compensation and Benefits: You will design and manage compensation and benefits packages, ensuring they are competitive and aligned with industry standards.
• Ensure Compliance: You will ensure the company remains in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Analyze HR Metrics: You will analyze HR metrics and data to report on the effectiveness of HR initiatives and make informed decisions to improve HR practices.
• Lead with a continuous improvement mindset and incorporate AI into the design and functionality of the role to alleviate tactical burden.

Knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field.
• 10-15+ years’ HR experience in a multi-shift manufacturing setting or commensurate experience.
• Knowledgeable in all aspects of HR, with a broad base of business knowledge and acumen.
• Proficiency in recruitment and selection at all organizing levels; employee relations including counseling of managers and other employees, investigating, and resolving difficult situations with legal ramifications.
• Experience in helping to lead an organization through cultural change and growth.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an ability to demonstrate and maintain suitability for employment in a position of Public Trust consistent with our US Government contract requirements.

Preferred:

• SHRM certified or holds a similar certification.
• Master's Degree

Benefits

We offer top-notch benefits, including medical, dental, vision, company bonus plan, 401(k) match and more.

Other Information

Crane Currency is a drug free workplace.

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.