Human Resources and Recruiting Partner

Overview

Join Tessera and make a difference. Tessera is a national leader in creating meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and veterans. It is a dynamic, growing organization with a mission-driven team dedicated to building strong communities and delivering exceptional service across 15 states and the District of Columbia.

• Provide guidance and coaching to manufacturing managers and employees on employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and labor relations.
• Coordinate recruitment efforts, including networking with vocational agencies to attract employees with disabilities for operational sites.
• Recruit new employees annually, including hard‑to‑fill front‑line roles; pre‑screen candidates, conduct interviews, identify position requirements, and arrange necessary accommodations.
• Offer strategic staffing counsel to hiring managers while exercising discretion and confidentiality.
• Supply comprehensive HR guidance to ensure Tessera’s policies, federal, state, and local employment laws are applied fairly and consistently.
• Mentor and educate managers on employee relations matters, helping them identify appropriate courses of action and communicate effectively with employees.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day HR and recruiting duties for the manufacturing facility, working closely with Home Office HR partners and the Recruiting Manager.
• Develop, research, and recommend improvements to HR policies, processes, and services to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Promote transparency and proactively communicate with HR team members.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations, collaborating with legal counsel when necessary.
• Provide counsel on complex HR matters, including staffing plans, classification, and performance management.
• Collaborate with the Recruiting Manager and Home Office to develop job descriptions, disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, evaluations, and separation documentation.
• Investigate, document, and respond to complex complaints, allegations, and EEOC complaints in partnership with the Home Office team.
• Partner with the Vocational team to address performance and employee relations matters involving employees with disabilities.
• Oversee full‑cycle recruitment, including requisitions, postings, applications, offer letters, and new‑hire documentation.
• Develop job postings, manage recruitment channels, and represent Tessera at local job fairs and outreach events.
• Conduct background, security, and credential checks, ensuring proper record retention and supporting onboarding and orientation processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of recruitment strategies and assist with new‑employee orientation as needed.
• Perform ad‑hoc projects related to HR and recruiting functions, along with any other duties assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• 3–5 years of prior experience in Human Resources and Recruiting or a related area.
• Previous experience or knowledge in the aerospace manufacturing industry highly desired.
• Valid state driver’s license with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
• Capability to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access (REAL ‑compliant license or acceptable alternative).
• Background check and E‑Verify will be conducted for this position.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 0.5% match for every 1% up to 6% after 90 days of employment (subject to vesting).
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• 11 paid holidays and 10 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, plus paid sick leave.
• Potential shared earning bonus.
• Tuition assistance after 1 year and possible scholarships for qualified dependents.
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness program.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full‑time employees.

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled. Tessera participates in E‑Verify.