Tolerance Masters is a precision machine shop located in Circle Pines, MN. We specialize in the manufacturing of close tolerance flight safety and critical performance machined parts and sub-assemblies.
We build our success through people, process, and performance. The Associate Development Lead is responsible for designing and executing a scalable, high-impact people strategy that supports hiring, onboarding, training, development, and retention across the organization.
This role serves as the central owner of the employee lifecycle, ensuring every associate—from candidate through long-term contributor—has a clear path, strong onboarding experience, and ongoing development aligned to company goals.
Success in this role requires a hands-on operator with strategic thinking—someone who can build structure, drive accountability, and elevate leadership capability across the organization.
Monday – Friday, 40-hour work week
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
· Talent Acquisition & Hiring
- Lead full-cycle recruiting across hourly and salaried roles
- Partner with leadership to define role requirements and hiring priorities
- Track key hiring metrics
· Onboarding and Integration
- Own and continuously improve onboarding program for all new hires
- Ensure alignment between job descriptions, expectations, and training path
· Associate Experience & Retention
- Monitor engagement, retention trends, and turnover drivers
- Develop initiatives to strengthen culture, communication, and retention
· Training and Workforce Development
- Lead development of training programs and skill progression frameworks
- Build and maintain training matrices
- Measure training effectiveness and adjust programs accordingly
· Performance Management & Associate Development
- Own and continuously improve performance review and check-in processes
- Ensure role clarity across all position
- Support leaders in setting expectations, coaching, and accountability
QUALIFICATIONS
· 7+ years of experience in HR, talent, or workforce development
· Experience in manufacturing or operations environments strongly preferred
· Proven ability to build and implement structured processes
· Strong communication and leadership skills
· Ability to operate both strategically and tactically
· Experience leading or building training programs
· Familiarity with performance management systems
BENEFITS
· Health & Dental Insurance
· 401(k) with matching
· Life Insurance
· PTO & Holidays
· Holiday Bonus
· Stable, growing organization with long-term opportunity
Pay: $85,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
