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HR Operations Specialist

Dexterity

Dexterity

Operations, People & HR
Redwood City, CA, USA
Posted 6+ months ago
About Dexterity:
At Dexterity, we believe robots can positively transform the world. Our breakthrough technology frees people to do the creative, inspiring, problem-solving jobs that humans do best by enabling robots to handle repetitive and physically difficult work.
We’re starting with warehouse automation, where the need for smarter, more resilient supply chains impacts millions of lives and businesses around the world. Dexterity's full-stack robotics systems pick, move, pack, and collaborate with human-like skill, awareness, and learning capabilities. Our systems are software-driven, hardware-agnostic, and have already picked over 15 million goods in production. And did we mention we’re customer-obsessed? Every decision, large and small, is driven by one question – how can we empower our customers with robots to do more than they thought was possible?
Dexterity is one of the fastest growing companies in robotics, backed by world-class investors such as Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Obvious Ventures. We’re a diverse and multidisciplinary team with a culture built on passion, trust, and dedication. Come join Dexterity and help make intelligent robots a reality!
About the Role:
The HR Operations & Recruiting Specialist at Dexterity plays a central role in shaping our employee experience and building a strong talent pipeline. This position is heavily focused on recruiting coordination and support, while also providing general HR support to employees and managers onsite. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift quickly.
Key Responsibilities:
Recruiting
* Partner with hiring managers to coordinate interviews, manage scheduling, and facilitate candidate communication.
* Prepare and issue offer letters, ensuring a smooth transition from recruiting to onboarding.
* Maintain accurate candidate records in the ATS and HRIS.
* Streamline and improve the recruiting workflow by identifying gaps, suggesting process changes, and helping hiring managers/interviewers stay aligned.
* Drive improvements in candidate experience by ensuring timely communication, accurate scheduling, and consistent follow-through.
* Support recruiting metrics and reporting to track pipeline health and time-to-fill.
HR Operations & Day-to-Day Support (includes Immigration):
* Serve as a first point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR-related inquiries.
* Support onboarding and offboarding to ensure a seamless employee experience.
* Maintain accurate HRIS records (UKG) and assist with audits, reporting, and compliance.
* Provide guidance on HR policies, performance management processes, and employee relations as needed.
* Assist with payroll troubleshooting and basic benefits questions.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
* 5+ years of experience in HR or recruiting operations, with strong coordination and communication skills.
* Experience with HRIS systems (UKG, ADP, or similar) and applicant tracking systems (Lever, Ashby, etc.).
* Familiarity with U.S. immigration processes preferred.
* Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism.
* Excellent interpersonal skills; able to partner effectively across HR, hiring managers, and employees.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Dexterity Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.