HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist

Janotta & Herner / Firelands Fabrication (JHI Group)•Monroeville, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Working under the direction of the HR Director, the HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist supports recruiting and general Human Resources functions across JHI Group Inc. This position plays an important role in attracting and hiring qualified employees while also providing day-to-day HR support throughout the employee lifecycle. Responsibilities include candidate sourcing and screening, interview coordination, onboarding, employee records and documentation, campus and community recruiting, employee engagement initiatives, and general HR administration. The HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist works closely with employees, hiring managers, and department leadership to provide a positive candidate and employee experience while supporting consistent HR processes across JHI Group Inc.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.
1–3 years of experience in Human Resources, recruiting, staffing, or a related professional environment preferred.
General knowledge of recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and Human Resources practices.
Basic understanding of employment laws and regulations related to hiring and employment practices.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with employees, candidates, managers, schools, and community partners.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn HRIS, ATS, and other HR-related systems.
Ability to work independently while recognizing when issues should be elevated to the HR Director.
Positive, professional, and service-oriented approach when working with employees and candidates.

Responsibilities

Support full-cycle recruiting for positions across JHI Group Inc.
Develop and maintain job descriptions in partnership with the HR Director and hiring managers.
Create and maintain job postings across job boards, schools, and other recruiting channels.
Source candidates through job boards, referrals, career fairs, community partnerships, and other recruiting efforts.
Review applications, screen candidates, and conduct initial interviews.
Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring teams.
Assist with applicant testing and pre-employment requirements, as applicable.
Prepare employment offers in coordination with the HR Director and hiring managers.
Maintain communication with candidates throughout the recruiting and hiring process.
Build and maintain candidate pipelines for current and future workforce needs.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date information within the applicant tracking system (ATS).
Track candidates throughout the recruiting and hiring process.
Maintain recruiting records, documentation, and reports.
Assist with monitoring open positions and recruiting activity.
Support continuous improvement of recruiting processes and candidate communications.
Coordinate new hire onboarding activities with payroll, department leadership, and other appropriate team members.
Coordinate orientation schedules, and department-specific onboarding needs.
Assist with new hire orientation and introductions.
Conduct new hire follow-ups and assist with 30-, 60-, and 90-day check-ins.
Serve as a resource for employees with general HR-related questions and direct more complex matters to the HR Director as appropriate.
Support offboarding activities and documentation when employees leave the organization.
Coordinate participation in career fairs, school visits, mock interviews, site tours, and other recruiting events.
Develop and maintain relationships with high schools, colleges, technical schools, and workforce development partners.
Coordinate job shadows, student visits, and other career exploration opportunities.
Support workforce programs, including the JHI Scholarship Program and local training initiatives.
Assist with community outreach efforts that support recruiting and workforce development.
Coordinate the JHI Group Co-Op Program throughout the recruiting and employment cycle.
Partner with schools and internal departments to identify Co-Op opportunities and recruiting needs.
Coordinate student sourcing, interviews, offers, onboarding, and program documentation.
Maintain communication with Co-Ops throughout their assignments.
Assist with performance feedback, exit interviews, and consideration for future Co-Op or full-time opportunities.
Oversee the JHI Group Co-Op Program across all cycles
Partner with schools and departments to identify hiring needs and recruit students
Manage the full lifecycle of Co-Op hiring, including sourcing, interviews, and offers
Evaluate performance, conduct exit interviews, and manage return/co-op/full-time positions
Assist with employee engagement and retention initiatives.
Support employee recognition programs, events, and internal HR communications.
Assist with coordinating employee training and workforce development activities.
Support performance review processes and related documentation.
Assist with employee surveys and other HR initiatives.
Provide administrative support for HR projects, policy updates, and department initiatives.
Assist the HR Director with employee relations matters, documentation, and follow-up as appropriate.
Perform other Human Resources duties and special projects as assigned.