Benefits and Employment in NH

If you are looking for employment in NH, it's always good to know what kind of pay and benefits you can expect, as well as what benefits the state requires employers provide. NH has no state income or sales tax, and the cost of living is less than what you'd find in a large metropolitan area like Boston or New York. NH also has plenty of good-paying jobs; however, the state has no laws requiring employers to provide vacation time or holidays off. Beyond the federal Family Medical Leave Act, NH law does not require employers to provide employees with sick leave benefits, either paid or unpaid. That is up to each company, so if you are looking for employment in NH, you may want to keep this in mind.

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Benefits: the basics

Here are some other benefits you should be looking at when seeking employment in NH. 

Health insurance: Because of health care reform laws, most employers are required to offer health insurance to their employers. With health care costs rising, many employers are raising employee contributions, out-of-pocket costs, and deductibles. It helps to do a little investigating into a company's benefits and how much employees must pay for their portion of health insurance before you agree to a position.

Paid Time Off: Many corporate jobs provide ten days of paid time off for new employees, although some jobs may allow you to negotiate for more. Because paid time off is a guarantee, many companies will offer this as a perk to entice the best candidates. Whenever seeking employment in NH or elsewhere, ask how vacation time works, how it is accrued, if it is "use-it-or-lose-it" and mention any firm plans you may have coming up that require time off.

When it comes to holidays, there are six holidays that nearly all companies offer as paid holidays, however, many offer ten. 

While the state Legislature has debated the issue, there is no paid family leave law in NH.

Retirement Plans: Employee-based plans are crucial when it comes to saving for retirement. Whether it's a pension plan, a 401(k) or some other plan, employer-sponsored plans offer an incentive to save because employers typically make contributions to your account.

Disability insurance: In the event you become injured outside of work, some employers offer short-term and long-term disability insurance that can help save workers from financial hardship. When seeking employment in NH, consider this benefit that is often overlooked and whether the employer will fund part or all of the premiums. 

Hitchiner Benefits

Hitchiner Manufacturing has a reputation among those seeking employment in NH for competitive pay and good benefits. Here are some of the benefits we offer:

Health Insurance: Employees can utilize medical health insurance on the first day of the month following employment at Hitchiner. Employees are offered an HSA Plan Option. Also, there is a free on-site medical clinic that is available to employees and immediate family. This can be a huge time saver for employees who want a check-up, flu shot or a doctor's visit for a nagging cold.

Dental Insurance: Like health insurance, dental coverage becomes available the first day of the month following employment. Preventative and diagnostic services are covered at 100%, which is great for employees, especially those with families and lots of little teeth to care for.

Life Insurance: Basic Group Life Insurance in the amount of $10,000 is available at no cost to employees, as well as $10,000 in Accidental Death and Dismemberment.

Disability Insurance: Depending on the length of service with the company, employees may be eligible for their full salary in the event of illness or injury.

Vacations and Holidays: Employees with more than 90-days and less than five years with the company receive ten vacation days and ten holidays per year at the start of the fiscal year. 

Educational Assistance: We want to see our employees grow within the company, so we offer a number of training programs and tuition assistance at 100% reimbursement. 

401k Retirement Savings Plan: After three months of employment, employees are eligible to join the 401k savings plan. Hitchiner matches employee contributions at a rate of $1.00 on the dollar up to 3% and $0.50 on the dollar on the next 3%, for a total of 4.5% match. Employees are always 100% vested.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): In addition to these benefits, employees are eligible once they are hired for a flexible spending account, or FSA for health care and dependent care costs, such as childcare.

Career Opportunities At Hitchiner Manufacturing

Hitchiner employees are our most valuable asset, and full-time careers with benefits are available now in New Hampshire.  We are dedicated to your health with our free on-site clinic, and your success by providing tuition assistance. Hitchiner is a leader in workforce development, placing a high value on education and training. View our current career opportunities and learn why 60% of our employees have stayed with Hitchiner for over ten years. If you’re seeking an entry level job, stop by and fill out an application at 594 Elm Street Milford, NH 03055