HR Manager

Freudenberg

Northfield, New Hampshire

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Brand Marketing (Branding), Change Management, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Contract Management, Corporate Policies, Diversity, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Human Resources, Human Resources Management, Human Resources Strategy, Industrial Relations, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Onboarding, Organizational Development/Management, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Retention Programs, Safety Compliance, Succession Planning, Talent Management, Workforce Planning
LOCATION
Northfield, New Hampshire
POSTED
9 days ago

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

  • Lead HR strategy and execution, focusing on organizational development, workforce planning, and building leadership capability across the site.
  • Act as a trusted business partner to site leadership, aligning HR initiatives with operational goals and driving measurable business impact.
  • Manage labor relations in a union environment, including contract administration, grievance handling, and fostering positive employee relations.
  • Oversee the full talent lifecycle—recruitment, onboarding, development, succession planning, and retention strategies.
  • Drive and support performance management, learning initiatives, and compensation/benefits programs to grow and engage employees.
  • Ensure compliance with all employment, labor, and safety regulations, while upholding company policies and standards.
  • Champion a strong culture by promoting employee engagement, employer branding, and a proactive, values-driven workplace.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; advanced degree or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Proven leadership experience with a strong background in organizational development and talent management.
  • Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with business leaders and influence decision-making at all levels.
  • Hands-on labor relations experience within a unionized manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Solid knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and safety regulations.
  • Experience managing full-cycle talent acquisition and workforce planning in a competitive labor market.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and change management skills, with the ability to build trust and drive results.

$110,000 - $125,000 Compensation for this position will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and overall alignment with the role's responsibilities.

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership

About the Company

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Freudenberg

Freudenberg – ein globales Technologieunternehmen mit rund 48.000 Mitarbeitenden in rund 60 Ländern und einem Umsatz von mehr als 8,8 Milliarden Euro im Jahr 2020. Hauptsitz der Unternehmensgruppe ist Weinheim, inmitten der Metropolregion Rhein-Neckar. Soweit die Zahlen und Fakten. Doch was treibt uns an? Es ist der Exzellenzanspruch, mit dem wir unsere Kunden voranbringen. Die Branchenvielfalt, die immer neue Anwendungen ermöglicht. Die Innovationskraft, die auf unserer langjährigen Material-, System- und Technologiekompetenz basiert und von vielfältigen Teams inspiriert wird. Die Werte, die uns seit rund 170 Jahren leiten. Und der feste Wille, Verantwortung für Umwelt und Gesellschaft zu übernehmen. All das macht uns aus.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Medical Devices and Supplies
WEBSITE
https://www.freudenberg.com/careers