Director of HR - Darmann Abrasive Products - Clinton, MA

Description: Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director of Human Resources 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 required 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. Profile In return for a competitive remuneration package, the successful candidate will possess the following:15+ years of progressive Human Resources experienceSignificant experience within manufacturing, industrial, engineered products, or related operational environmentsExperience supporting a substantial hourly and direct-labor workforce Appetite to roll up sleeves and get involved at grass roots level Strong employee relations and leadership coaching capabilitiesExperience building HR systems, policies, processes, and organizational infrastructure Demonstrated success partnering with executive leadership teams and influencing business strategy Exposure to multi-site, international, or global operations. Strong business judgment combined with a practical, hands-on leadership style.

Preferred qualifications include: SHRM or SPHR certification. Experience within an employee-owned or ESOP environment. Experience supporting periods of growth, transformation, or organizational scaling.

Desired Skills and Experience: 15+ years of progressive Human Resources experienceSignificant experience within manufacturing, industrial, engineered products, or related operational environmentsExperience supporting a substantial hourly and direct-labor workforce Strong employee relations and leadership coaching capabilitiesExperience building HR systems, policies, processes, and organizational infrastructure.