Human Resources Generalist

About this role

HR Generalist  

Join Tessera and make a difference.  

Tessera is a national leader in creating meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are a dynamic and growing organization of social entrepreneurs dedicated to building strong communities and delivering exceptional service.  

About Tessera:  

• A recognized leader in inclusive employment and workforce development.  

• A mission-driven team of innovative and passionate professionals.  

• Operating self-sustaining businesses across 15 states and the District of Columbia, with a workforce of more than 2,000 employees.  

• Committed to providing outstanding customer   experiences   across all service lines.  

• Focused on supporting employee growth through robust training, development, and support programs.  

Location:   Auburn, Washington  

Type:   Exempt  

Compensation:   $80,169 - $101,400    

Work Schedule:   Full-time, Monday – Friday 7:30am – 4:00pm (flexible start and end times depending on scheduling needs)  

As a Human Resources   Generalist ,   you'll …   offer guidance and coaching to manufacturing Managers and employees on employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and labor relations, while exemplifying   Tessera’s   culture, values, and commitment to excellence. In collaboration with hiring managers and staff, the HR   Generalist   coordinates recruitment efforts, including networking with vocational agencies to attract employees with disabilities for operational sites. Responsible for recruiting new employees annually—many in hard-to-fill front-line roles, the position includes pre-screening candidates,   participating   in interviews,   identifying   position requirements and necessary   accommodations , and providing strategic staffing counsel to Hiring Managers. The role also exercises discretion and confidentiality while supporting the team through best practices, reviews, and audits.  

• Provides comprehensive HR guidance and support to ensure   Tessera’s   policies, federal, state, and local employment laws are interpreted and applied fairly and consistently.   

• Mentor and educate managers on employee relations matters, helping them identify   appropriate courses   of action and communicate effectively with employees.  

• Perform day-to-day HR and Recruiting Partner duties for the manufacturing facility, coordinating closely with Home Office HR Partners and Recruiting Manager  

• Maintains a strong understanding of business goals and continuously develops,   research   and recommends improvements to HR policies, processes, and services to enhance efficiency and accuracy.  

• Communicates proactively with HR team members and promotes transparency.   

• Ensures compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations, working with legal counsel when necessary, and   provides   counsel on complex HR matters including staffing plans, classification , performance   management.   

• Collaborate with the Recruiting Manager and Home Office HR and leadership to guide managers in developing job descriptions, disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans,   evaluations   and   separation   documentation.   

• Investigates,   documents   and responds to complex complaints, allegations , EEOC   complaints in partnership with Home Office HR team.  

• Partner with   Vocational   team to address performance and employee relations matters involving employees with disabilities, ensuring   appropriate support   and compliance.   

• Coordinates full-cycle recruitment efforts in partnership with Hiring Managers and Supervisors to understand job requirements and ensure effective candidate   selection .  

• Oversee requisitions, postings, applications, offer letters and new hire documentation for accuracy and compliance.  

• Develops job postings, manages recruitment   channels   and   represents   Tessera at local job fairs and outreach events, building strong relationships with community agencies and organizations.  

• Responsible for analyzing the information provided on a prospective employee’s   application,   determines   the suitability of the applicant for employment.   

• Recruits, screens, interviews, and   evaluates   candidates,   maintaining   applicant tracking systems and records in compliance with the affirmative action and EEO guidelines.  

• Conduct background,   security   and credential checks,   ensures   proper record retention, and   supports   onboarding   and hew   hire orientation processes.   

• Contributes to continuous improvement of recruitment strategies.  

• May   assist   with new employee orientation including completing required forms  

• Responsible for ad hoc projects in both HR and Recruiting related functions.  

• All Other Duties as Assigned.  

You'd   make an excellent Human Resources   Generalist   if you:  

• Consider   yourself   a people person.  

• Love working on collaborative teams.  

• Are dedicated to internal and external customer service.  

• Take pride in your work.  

• Are drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission-driven work.  

Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.   

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance  

• Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90-days of employment  

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care   

• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation, paid sick leave  

• Potential shared earning bonus  

• Tuition   assistance   is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents  

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities  

• Verizon wireless discount  

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program   

• Public Service Loa

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