Talent Acquisition Specialist

Landscape Structures•Delano, MN

13d•$67,000 - $82,000•Onsite

About The Position

Landscape Structures Inc. has been the leading manufacturer of commercial playground equipment in the world for more than 50 years. Our employee-owned company designs community and school playgrounds that encourage kids of all ages and abilities to learn persistence, leadership, competition, bravery, support, and empathy through play. Landscape Structures pushes the limits—of design, inclusion, and play—to help kids realize there is no limit to what they can do today and in the future. For a better tomorrow, we play today. The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for full-cycle recruiting of hourly positions, from entry-level skilled roles within a manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring consistent staffing to support production needs by managing job requisitions, partnering with staffing agencies, and building strong talent pipelines through community and school partnerships. As time allows, this individual will also support other recruitment and HR initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business management, HR, or marketing
2+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in manufacturing, production, or high-volume environments
Demonstrate a high sense of urgency, self-management, ability to establish priorities, and work in both independent/team environments
Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize and follow through on commitments
Ability to independently travel to job fairs or events
Some evenings and/or weekends may be required
Highly relationship-driven, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume hiring environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and prioritize production and manufacturing job requisitions from intake through hire
Partner with hiring managers to identify workforce needs, position requirements, timelines, and candidate profiles
Update and maintain accurate, relevant job descriptions
Utilize creative sourcing techniques including networking, job boards, referrals, cold outreach, and recruiting events
Screen, pre-qualify, interview, and evaluate candidates for skills, experience, and cultural alignment
Coordinate and facilitate interview scheduling, feedback collection, and hiring decisions
Create and extend offers of employment, including preparation of offer details and new hire paperwork
Ensure timely, clear, and consistent communication with candidates and hiring managers throughout the process
Maintain a high-quality candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding
Ensure compliance with recruitment policies, processes, and employment regulations
Build and maintain strong relationships with external staffing agencies and vendor partners
Communicate hiring needs, expectations, timelines, and performance standards to agency partners
Participate in vendor processes, including open position updates, weekly time tracking, invoicing, and performance reviews
Review, screen, and evaluate candidates submitted by agencies for quality and fit
Monitor agency performance, including fill rates, candidate quality, attendance, and retention outcomes
Provide feedback and coaching to agency partners to continuously improve results
Serve as the primary liaison between the organization, agencies, and contract workforce
Monitor contractor and seasonal employee attendance and time reporting using systems such as ADP
Address attendance and performance concerns in real time in partnership with supervisors and agencies
Maintain a strong presence on the production floor to build relationships and assess employee engagement
Gather and communicate feedback from employees, contractors, and supervisors to HR and leadership
Provide coaching and feedback to contractor employees in coordination with supervisors
Make contract-to-hire recommendations supported by performance and attendance data
Identify, develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies to ensure a steady pipeline of qualified candidates. This may include: partnerships with schools, technical colleges, workforce programs, and community organizations.
Coordinate onsite tours, career exploration opportunities, and partnership engagement activities
Represent the organization at job fairs, hiring events, and community outreach initiatives
Support workforce development strategies that attract early-career, entry-level, and skilled trade talent
Track and evaluate the effectiveness of recruiting partnerships and outreach efforts
Strengthen employer brand presence within the local community
Track recruiting and workforce metrics including time-to-fill, applicant flow, attrition, attendance, and contractor utilization
Maintain accurate data in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and other recruiting logs
Analyze trends and identify opportunities to improve recruiting efficiency and workforce outcomes
Ensure compliance with all employment laws, company policies, and hiring practices