Manager, Talent Acquisition

Rise Baking Company, LLC•Minneapolis, MN

20d•$110,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Rise Baking Company is seeking a Manager, Talent Acquisition to lead its full life-cycle recruiting program across approximately 20 manufacturing sites and corporate teams. Based at the Minneapolis headquarters, the role partners with HR and business leaders to attract, hire, and retain talent as the company grows. The manager leads and develops a recruiting team and drives talent management and employee engagement initiatives aligned with the company's mission, values, and goals. The position manages recruiting strategy and operations, including requisition management, sourcing, candidate screening and selection, hiring manager training, offers, assessments, and background and reference checks. It also oversees recruitment processes, internal job postings, employer reputation, corporate onboarding, and coordination with plant HR for plant onboarding. The role supports HR programs and projects and the company's food safety, quality, and product legality standards. Travel within the United States to job fairs and networking events is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human resource management or a related field, or equivalent education, training, and experience.
At least 5 years of successful, high-volume recruiting experience and the ability to develop a high-performing team.
Experience with recruitment software and applicant tracking systems.
Experience with social media recruiting.
Expert interviewing skills and familiarity with interview methods such as video and panel interviews.
Strong understanding of HR practices and labor legislation.
Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office, and experience with HRIS; ADP is preferred.
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to track metrics and interpret data for strategic recruiting campaigns.
Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and networking skills, with a professional, courteous, and approachable demeanor.
Cultural competency and the ability to work effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and prioritize.
Ability to deliver under pressure in a demanding, fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
Ability to travel within the United States to attend job fairs and networking events.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with ADP HRIS.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of recruiters to meet hiring goals and maintain high standards for candidate and hiring manager experience.
Build a high-performance culture within the talent acquisition team and use data and metrics to measure progress.
Manage a portfolio of requisitions, including sourcing, screening, and selecting candidates.
Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract talent in food manufacturing, including advertising, university and technical school relationships, and community partnerships.
Use innovative sourcing strategies, including technology, diversity-focused approaches, and relocation.
Evaluate and improve recruitment processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Use data and metrics to inform decisions and optimize recruiting strategies.
Oversee hiring manager training on the recruitment process and ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
Partner with hiring managers, business leaders, and HR to understand staffing needs and develop tailored recruiting plans.
Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders to align and support talent acquisition initiatives.
Oversee the internal job posting process to support employee growth and retention.
Oversee applicant screening using skill assessment tools and tests; conduct phone screens with qualified candidates and assist with interview scheduling as needed.
Ensure accurate, well-organized documentation of searches, candidates, hiring manager interactions, and recruiting activities.
Lead and document recruiting strategy sessions with hiring managers and post-interview debriefs and feedback with interview teams and candidates.
Create and deliver employment offers and administer pre-employment assessments, reference checks, and background checks.
Ensure recruitment activities comply with company policies and legal requirements.
Manage LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and other social media to help maintain a positive employer reputation.
Develop, execute, and champion talent management initiatives, including onboarding, engagement, and retention.
Conduct onboarding for corporate new hires and work with hiring managers during their first 90 days; coordinate onboarding for plant hires with plant HR staff.
Stay current with talent acquisition and manufacturing recruitment trends and best practices.
Assist with human resources programs and projects.
Support the food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.