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Technical Talent Manager

Plexus · Neenah, WI · $97,900–$146,900 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about the technical recruiting team or program you've led. What roles did you hire for and at what volume?

What they are checking: Whether they have led technical hiring at a scale that fits a global manufacturer.

Tell me about a time you lost a top candidate late in the process. What did you learn?

What they are checking: Whether they reflect and change process, such as speed or offer approach, after losing candidates.

How do you coach recruiters on your team to get better at technical hiring?

What they are checking: Whether they develop their team's skills rather than only managing workloads.

What would you do

A hiring manager rejects every candidate you send. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they recalibrate the role, the criteria and expectations with the manager using real data.

How do you build a diverse pipeline for engineering roles?

What they are checking: Whether they take concrete actions on sourcing and fair process, tied to the value of Building Belonging.

Leadership wants to fill 30 engineering roles this quarter with the same team. How do you plan it?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize, set realistic expectations and use resources creatively rather than overpromising.

About the work

How do you find engineers in Neenah when they're in short supply locally?

What they are checking: Whether they have practical sourcing strategies like campus pipelines, relocation and referrals for a non-metro area.

How do you assess technical candidates when you're not an engineer yourself?

What they are checking: Whether they learn the key skills well enough to screen well and partner with technical interviewers.

Which recruiting metrics do you report to leaders, and which ones actually change decisions?

What they are checking: Whether they use measures like time to fill, quality of hire and offer acceptance meaningfully.

Export control rules can affect who can work on certain aerospace and defense programs. How does that shape your hiring process?

What they are checking: Whether they know to involve compliance early so hiring follows the rules for controlled work.

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The full job description

As published by Plexus.

About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth. Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com . Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range: $97,900.00 - $146,900.00 Purpose Statement: The Learning and Development Manager will develop and implement leadership development programs, build content, facilitate training sessions, measure the impact of and continually improve upon learning outcomes. The Learning and Development Manager will proactively and responsively engage with business leaders and HR partners to assess, grow, and accelerate talent development. Key Job Accountabilities: • Develop and own a regional or business function's L&D strategy. Work in partnership with business leaders, HR partners and other stakeholders to understand business area and identify specific needs. Ensure globally standard practices and resources when possible. • Design, coordinate, support, and assess leadership development programs to meet strategic business goals. • Design and deliver innovative L&D solutions that incorporate adult learning principles to industry best practices to achieve key learning outcomes. • Identify and recommend individual, team, and organizational assessments. Analyze assessment results and recommendations for feedback, development, and performance coaching. • Influence key stakeholders to promote and drive talent develop strategies, Core Values, and Plexus priorities. Education/Experience Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree with 6 or more years of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered. Other Qualifications: • Providing HR partners and other stakeholders (as relevant) with coaching, feedback , and developmental opportunities to build highly effective individuals, teams, and business units • Exceptional key stakeholder management that establishes credibility and maximizes ability to influence with HR partners and business leaders • Development of strategic planning and tactical actions for both current and future needs • Demonstrated ability to drive tactical solutions and deliver results in an agile and evolving business environment. Travel Requirements: • 25% or less. This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform. We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at GHQ.TA@plexus.com . Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.

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