Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Salcomp Manufacturing USA • Arlington, TX

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About The Position

Salcomp is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist with a strong agency/headhunting background to join our Arlington manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end recruitment, focusing on attracting top talent for technical, operational, and leadership roles in a fast-paced factory environment. Your expertise in proactive sourcing, candidate engagement, and stakeholder management will be critical to supporting Salcomp’s growth in the US market.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years in talent acquisition, with at least 1-2 years in an agency/headhunting role (manufacturing/industrial sector preferred).
• Proven success in hiring for blue-collar, technical, or engineering roles in a factory setting.
• Familiarity with high-volume recruitment and seasonal hiring needs.
• Strong sourcing and headhunting techniques such as competitor mapping.
• Excellent negotiation and closing skills.
• Knowledge of US labor laws and compliance

Responsibilities

• Full-Cycle Recruitment:
• - Manage the entire hiring process for Arlington factory roles, including production operators, engineers, technicians, and managerial positions.
• - Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, create job descriptions, and develop targeted sourcing strategies.
• Proactive Sourcing & Headhunting:
• - Utilize Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and industry networks to identify passive candidates.
• - Leverage your agency/executive search experience to headhunt niche talent in manufacturing (e.g., lean manufacturing, automation, supply chain).
• - Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for critical roles.
• Candidate Experience & Employer Branding:
• - Ensure a positive candidate journey from initial contact to onboarding.
• - Promote Salcomp’s employer brand by highlighting our mission, culture, and growth opportunities.
• Data-Driven Recruitment:
• - Track recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness) and optimize strategies accordingly.
• - Use ATS to manage candidate workflows.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
• - Work closely with HR and operations teams to align recruitment with business needs.
• - Provide market insights and salary benchmarks to support offer negotiations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees