HR Coordinator & Talent Acquisition

Heraeus Group•Santa Fe, CA

2d•$34 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Heraeus is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented HR Coordinator with a strong emphasis on recruitment and talent acquisition to support our growing operations. This role is responsible for managing high-volume recruiting activities for manufacturing, operations, technical, and professional positions while also supporting core HR functions including onboarding, employee records administration, compliance, and employee support services. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environment, demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills, and is passionate about creating a positive candidate and employee experience.

Requirements

2+ years of HR coordination and/or recruiting experience required.
High-volume recruiting experience in manufacturing, industrial, operations, or technical environments strongly preferred.
Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), HRIS systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple openings and manage competing deadlines.
Knowledge of federal and applicable state employment laws.
Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer, including frequent keyboarding and use of standard office equipment.
Regular communication with candidates, employees, managers, and external partners in person, by phone, and via virtual platforms.
Ability to move throughout office, warehouse, laboratory, and manufacturing environments as needed to support recruiting and HR activities.
Occasional standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, and climbing stairs during plant tours, onboarding, audits, meetings, and recruiting events.
Ability to lift, carry, and transport recruiting materials, office supplies, or event equipment up to 20 pounds occasionally.
Ability to safely work in a manufacturing environment and comply with all site-specific safety requirements, including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Must be able to visually assess work areas and read documents, computer screens, and safety information.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
Bilingual skills are a plus (Spanish preferred, if applicable).
HR certification (PHR or SHRM-CP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate full-cycle recruiting efforts for hourly, technical, operational, and professional positions.
Partner closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, workforce planning, and hiring priorities.
Create and manage job postings across internal and external recruiting platforms.
Source candidates through job boards, networking, referrals, community partnerships, and recruiting events.
Screen resumes, conduct phone interviews, coordinate interviews, and manage candidate communications throughout the hiring process.
Maintain accurate candidate data within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Coordinate pre-employment activities including background checks, drug screenings, and onboarding documentation.
Support recruiting initiatives for manufacturing and production environments with a focus on attracting high-quality talent.
Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience that reflects Heraeus values and culture.
Track recruiting metrics including open positions, time-to-fill, and hiring progress updates.
Coordinate onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
Maintain employee personnel files, HRIS records, and compliance documentation.
Assist employees with HR-related questions, benefits enrollment, and company policies.
Support payroll and timekeeping administration by ensuring employee data accuracy.
Assist with leave administration, workers’ compensation tracking, and employee accommodations.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
Support employee engagement initiatives, training coordination, and HR projects.
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information.