Director Human Resources

Crane Aerospace and Electronics  has an exciting opportunity for a Director of HR at our Elyria, OH location.   About Crane:   Crane Aerospace & Electronics  supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Elyria facility has been a bedrock in the community-friendly town of Elyria, Ohio, for more than a century. Known for our excellence in pumping technology, our Elyria site produced the first-ever positive displacement pump for high performance piston engine aircraft and even supplied pumps for Charles Lindbergh in the 1930s. We have more than 150,000 fuel and lubrication pumps in service today and are proud to offer custom thermal management system solutions for a range of next-gen applications. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

The Crane Aerospace & Electronics Fluid Management Solution HR Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the Human Resources function across two facilities, one in Elyria, OH and one in Auburn, CA, ensuring a high‑performing, engaged, and inclusive workforce. This role oversees all core HR disciplines—including labor and employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, training and development, and HR compliance. The HR Director partners closely with senior leadership to shape organizational culture, support business goals, and deliver HR programs and practices that enable employees and leaders to thrive. Essential Functions: Provide leadership and oversight for the Human Resources department, including staffing, workflow management, team development, and performance evaluation across two facilities totaling approximately 400 employees. Implement and recommend HR policies, employee relations practices, and employment programs that support business objectives and enhance employee experience. For your assigned site(s), lead recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and ongoing employee development; plan and assign work; conduct performance evaluations; and manage recognition and corrective actions. Manage labor relations, administer collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), resolve grievances, and partner with union leadership to maintain smooth operation. Conduct thorough and timely investigations into workplace incidents, employee concerns, and policy violations while ensuring legal compliance, confidentiality, and consistency. Partner with senior leadership to align HR strategies with organizational goals and support achievement of the Annual Operating Plan. Oversee local administration of corporate-defined benefit programs, ensuring effective communication, accurate execution, and high-quality employee support. Monitor compensation practices to ensure competitive, equitable pay decisions in alignment with company guidelines and market data. Develop and deliver employee communication strategies that enhance understanding, engagement, and alignment with company priorities. Ensure full compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and recordkeeping requirements. Promote a positive culture aligned with company values, fostering engagement, accountability, and employee well-being. Drive continuous improvement by enhancing HR processes, leveraging data and analytics, and introducing best practices that improve organizational effectiveness. Partnering with the Crane Aerospace & Electronics HR Leadership Team, integrate HR initiatives, programs, and practices into broader business processes to support operational success. Perform other duties as assigned by leadership. Minimum Qualifications : Experience : 10 years’ progressive experience in Human Resources, demonstrating increasing responsibility with at least 3+ years’ experience as a manager,