Human Resources Generalist

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 Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees  

Core Leadership Competencies:   

• Purpose – Understands and supports Tessera’s mission of creating opportunities for people with disabilities and veterans.   

• Servant Leadership- Demonstrates self-awareness and personal growth, builds trust-based relationships, seeks to understand before acting, Prioritizes the growth and success of others.  

• Safety Mindset – Builds the culture of safety into our hiring practices.  Speaks up about hazards, concerns, and opportunities to improve safety. Participates in safety initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.  

• Operations Excellence – Completes work with quality, reliability, and attention to detail. Takes ownership of responsibilities and contributes to team success through collaboration and consistency.  

• Customer Service – Treats customers, coworkers, and stakeholders with professionalism and respect. Communicates clearly and represents Tessera positively in all interactions.  

• Tessera’s Values – Inclusion: Treats others with dignity and respect, demonstrates awareness of people of all abilities, and contributes to an inclusive workplace.  Partnership: Works collaboratively with coworkers, supervisors, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals. Integrity: Acts honestly, follows through on commitments, and takes accountability for actions and results.  

Summary of desired skills and experience for the Tessera HR Generalist: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related, required 

• 3 – 5 years of previous experience in Human Resources and Recruiting or related, required 

• Previous experience in Employee Relations is preferred. 

• Combination of previous experience and education will be considered 

• Previous experience or knowledge in the Aerospace Manufacturing industry highly desired 

• A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance. 

• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id. 

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.