HR Regional Partner (On Site

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HR Regional Partner (On Site - Rochester, NY)

6/17/26

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.  ​

The HR Business Partner IV plays a critical role in supporting the rapid growth and operational scaling of the DDN Optics business in Rochester, NY. This role provides both strategic and hands-on HR leadership to a manufacturing and operations environment undergoing expansion, partnering closely with senior leaders to drive talent outcomes, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and compliance aligned with business priorities. This position requires on-site presence, with deep engagement across manufacturing, engineering, and operations teams, supporting a dynamic, high-growth environment.   Key Responsibilities   Strategic HR Business Partnership •    Serve as the primary HR partner to Optics leadership, with a strong focus on plant operations, manufacturing ramp-up, and workforce scalability. •    Act as a trusted advisor to plant site leadership and business leaders, providing data-driven insights and guidance on organizational design, talent strategy, and performance.  •    Drive workforce planning and headcount ramp strategies in alignment with business growth targets and production timelines. •    Partner closely with Talent Acquisition to ensure timely hiring and pipeline development for critical manufacturing and technical roles.   Manufacturing & Workforce Execution •    Support the end-to-end employee lifecycle in a manufacturing environment, including onboarding, engagement, retention, and employee relations. •    Provide hands-on support during site ramp-up, including shift structures, workforce deployment, and stabilization of operations. •    Partner with plant leadership to drive a high-performance, safety-oriented culture aligned with operational excellence standards.   Workforce Data Management & Analytics •    Maintain accurate and reliable workforce data to support strategic and operational decision-making. •    Develop, maintain, and analyze HR dashboards and reports related to headcount, attrition, talent, and workforce trends. •    Ensure data integrity, consistency, and governance across HR systems and processes.   HR Compliance & Risk Management •    Ensure full compliance with U.S. labor laws, regulatory requirements, and TE policies within a manufacturing setting. •    Support audit readiness, documentation, and corrective