Job Summary: The Talent Acquisition & Development Manager at Reader Precision Solutions is responsible for leading the full cycle recruitment process and supporting employee development initiatives that drive engagement, performance, and retention of employees at RPS. This role oversees hiring from initial sourcing through onboarding and plays a key role in guiding employees through their early stages of employment and ongoing performance cycles. This individual will partner closely with the VP – Human Resources, Director of Education & Outreach and hiring managers to build strong talent pipelines, support career growth, deliver a consistent onboarding and benefits experience, and ensure HR programs are executed accurately and effectively. This role also serves as a backup for payroll and provides operational and HRIS support within the HR department.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Talent Acquisition, Recruiting & Sourcing
- Own and manage the full-cycle recruitment process for assigned roles, including:
- Recruiting and sourcing of candidates through multiple channels
- Job postings, advertising, and applicant tracking
- Resume screening and candidate communication
- Phone screens, interview coordination, and interview participation
- Offer recommendations pitched to the leadership team
- Partner closely with the Director of Education & Outreach on workforce development initiatives, including youth talent pipelines and early career programs
- Represent the company alongside the Director of Education & Outreach at career fairs, school and college visits, mock interviews, and community outreach events
- Support hiring, onboarding, and development of Youth Apprentices and contribute to the continued growth and success of the Youth Apprentice program
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, role requirements, and hiring timelines
- Ensure a positive, professional, and engaging candidate experience
- Maintain accurate recruiting and applicant data within HRIS system.
Job Descriptions & Career Path Development
- Create, update, and maintain job descriptions across the organization
- Partner with HR leadership, department leaders, and the Director of Education & Outreach to support career path creation and progression opportunities
- Support development pathways for early career talent, including Youth Apprentices, interns, and entry-level employees
- Ensure job documentation aligns with business needs, compliance requirements, and internal equity
Onboarding & New Hire Experience
- Coordinate and manage the onboarding process for all new hires, including:
- Offer letters and pre-employment requirements
- New hire orientation scheduling and materials
- Collaboration with HR, payroll, IT, leadership, and the Director of Education & Outreach to ensure readiness
- Partner closely with the Director of Education & Outreach to schedule and execute onboarding activities, required trainings, and early employee development programs
- Ensure completion and tracking of required onboarding trainings and activities
- Lead new hire benefits meetings and serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefit questions
- Conduct 401(k) new hire meetings and support quarterly 401(k) onsite participant meetings
Employee Development & Performance Management
- Support the performance management process, including:
- Midyear and annual performance review cycles
- Training for managers and employees on performance expectations and review processes
- Track and support employee development milestones, including:
- 45-day review tracking and follow-up
- 90-day follow-up meetings and documentation
- Partner with managers and VP – Human Resources to ensure timely feedback, documentation, and development discussions
- Assist in identifying training, engagement, and retention opportunities
HR Programs, Payroll & Operational Support
- Manage and track safety shoe orders and prescription safety glasses programs
- Serve as a backup for payroll processing as needed
- Support Workers’ Compensation administration, including:
- Assisting with injury reporting, documentation, and claims coordination
- Partnering with leadership, safety, and insurance providers as needed
- Supporting return-to-work and accommodation processes
- Support OSHA-related compliance activities, including:
- Assisting with recordkeeping, reporting, and documentation
- Supporting audits, training coordination, and compliance initiatives
- Learn and support HRIS administration including:
- Employee data maintenance
- Recruiting, onboarding, and performance modules expert
- Reporting and basic system troubleshooting
- Support HR initiatives, audits, compliance activities, and special projects as assigned
Skills & Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, HR, or a related field (manufacturing or skilled trades environment preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Experience with HRIS systems required; Paylocity experience strongly preferred
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and respectfully
- Demonstrated ability to build trust and effective working relationships with employees and leaders at all levels
- Positive, solutions-oriented attitude with a genuine desire to support employees and the business
- High level of empathy, emotional intelligence, and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential matters
- Strong listening skills with the ability to understand concerns, ask thoughtful questions, and provide appropriate guidance
- Comfortable navigating change, ambiguity, and a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Work Schedule:
- This is a full-time, salaried exempt, benefits eligible position, following a core schedule of Monday through Friday from 7:00AM to 3:30PM, with flexibility as needed; additional hours may be required based on business needs.
Physical/Environmental Demands: The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical and environmental demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
- This position is primarily office-based with regular interaction in a manufacturing environment. The role requires frequent computer use, effective verbal communication, and the ability to sit for extended periods. Regular walking and standing throughout the facility are expected, with occasional bending, reaching, and lifting of up to 25 pounds. Attendance at orientations, career fairs, and company events may require additional standing and movement.
Reader Precision Solutions Four Pillars: Innovation, Empowerment, Integrity & Respect
- Innovation – we apply creative solutions to exceed expectations internally and externally. We deliver creative solutions by pursuing continuous improvement, challenging the limits of conventional thinking to drive positive change and engaging our customers to achieve synergy.
- Empowerment – we equip our employees to succeed. We nurture success with setting realistic goals and standards; with accountability and regular performance feedback, providing training opportunities for growth and learning and offering employees a safe and modern work environment.
- Integrity – our reputation is everything. We preserve and enhance our reputation by, operating with the highest ethical standards, focusing on customer needs and contributing positively to our community and environment.
- Respect – we act with honor in all our interactions. In our interactions, we accept and value individual differences, work together with a positive attitude and promote open and honest communication in a team-based environment.
Reader Precision Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.