Ferrotherm LLC · 2 hours ago
Human Resources Director
Cleveland, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expFerrotherm LLC is a privately held U.S. manufacturing company headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, supporting aerospace and defense-adjacent markets. The Director of Human Resources will lead all HR functions, partnering with leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives while overseeing talent acquisition, performance management, and employee relations.
Aviation & Aerospace
Hiring Manager
Helda Mercedes Gomez, MBA-PHR
Responsibilities
Partner with leaders to develop and execute HR strategies and workforce needs that align with business objectives and drive team performance
Act as a trusted advisor, addressing employee concerns, investigating workplace issues, and ensuring fair and consistent resolution in alignment with company policies and legal compliance
Provide guidance to managers and employees on performance expectations, feedback, and development plans to foster a high-performance culture
Develop and execute tailored talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain both exempt professionals (e.g., engineers, technical staff) and skilled non-exempt manufacturing personnel (e.g., machinists, assemblers), ensuring alignment with company growth goals, workforce planning, and culture
Lead and manage the full cycle hiring process, including job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interviews, offer management, background checks and onboarding
Develop and manage competitive compensation structures and incentive programs to attract, retain, and motivate top talent
Design and implement succession planning processes to ensure leadership continuity and coverage of critical roles
Maintain and optimize HR information systems for accurate workforce data, payroll, benefits administration, and regulatory reporting
Ensure adherence to employment laws, company policies, and HR best practices while providing guidance on workplace compliance issues
Lead and support change initiatives, fostering employee engagement and promoting a positive work environment
Assist in implementing key HR programs, including engagement surveys, and leadership development programs
Help develop, refine, and communicate HR policies, ensuring clarity and alignment with company culture
Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs and manage relationships with external vendors
Collaborate with union representatives on matters related to unionized employees, including benefits, grievances, and contract compliance
Lead union contract negotiations, including strategy development, bargaining, and implementation of collective bargaining agreements, fostering positive relationships to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes
Ensure proper administration and processing of employee payroll changes, terminations, vacation payouts, and employee records
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements (e.g., workers’ comp, Ohio unclaimed property, Chubb insurance renewals)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent in years of experience/certification experience
7+ years of progressive HR experience, including partnering with business leaders
Minimum 3 years' experience in a unionized manufacturing environment required
Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and employee and labor relations
Experience leveraging data to drive HR insights and decisions
Proven ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of an organization
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to HR challenges
Preferred
Experience in aerospace, engineering, or high-tech industries
HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)
Experience supporting Exempt, non-exempt and hourly workforce populations
Company
Ferrotherm LLC
Ferrotherm LLC is a leading manufacturer of precision-made components for the global turbine engine industry.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase