Talent Acquisition Associate

Continental•Clinton, MS

About The Position

The Talent Acquisition Associate is responsible for attracting, screening, selecting, and onboarding qualified candidates to meet workforce needs. The role supports the organization in acquiring talent that contributes to business success and growth. It recruits for technical, professional, and other designated positions, manages a high-volume requisition load, and works with hiring managers throughout the recruiting and selection process. The position also supports campus recruiting, employer branding, workforce planning, and broader HR initiatives. The role requires adherence to employment laws and safety procedures. It is performed within a climate-controlled area of the facility, with company-issued or approved safety equipment required in applicable areas.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Psychology, Marketing, or a related field.
At least 2 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including high-volume recruiting and managing multiple requisitions simultaneously.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience recruiting in high-volume manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, customer service, or other fast-paced environments.
Internship, co-op, or campus leadership experience in recruiting, human resources, customer service, or related fields.
Experience using social media platforms for networking and candidate engagement.
Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) or HR technologies.
Experience coordinating events, projects, or student organizations.
Interest in talent acquisition, employer branding, and workforce planning.

Responsibilities

Recruit for technical, professional, and other designated positions.
Manage a high-volume requisition load while maintaining quality-of-hire, time-to-fill goals, and a positive candidate experience.
Partner with hiring managers to align job postings with job descriptions and hiring needs.
Source candidates through databases, social media, job boards, colleges, and other recruiting channels.
Review resumes and applications to assess candidate qualifications and job fit.
Conduct phone screens and interviews using effective selection tools and methodologies.
Evaluate candidates' knowledge, skills, experience, competencies, and cultural fit.
Support hiring managers throughout the candidate selection and decision-making process.
Negotiate employment offers and facilitate the hiring process.
Coordinate onboarding activities and employment documentation for new hires.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Develop and maintain relationships with colleges and universities to support campus recruiting initiatives.
Assist in developing, reviewing, and updating job descriptions and job specifications.
Monitor recruiting metrics and apply talent acquisition best practices to improve hiring outcomes.
Build and maintain candidate relationships and provide a positive candidate experience.
Promote and strengthen the organization's employer brand and reputation as an employer of choice.
Manage applicant tracking systems, candidate databases, and recruiting records.
Maintain and update internal candidate pipelines and talent pools.
Contribute to strategic workforce planning, organizational development, diversity initiatives, and talent management programs.
Support HR planning, audits, organizational changes, and culture development initiatives.
Adhere to safety procedures and guidelines, including using required safety wear in applicable facility areas.