Talent Acquisition Specialist
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruiting efforts across manufacturing operations. The role focuses on office-based professional positions while supporting hiring across manufacturing, including high-volume and hard-to-fill roles. The specialist partners with department leaders, engages candidates through multiple sourcing channels, maintains accurate recruiting records, supports employer branding and onboarding, and tracks hiring metrics while ensuring compliance with employment regulations. The position may involve occasional visits to manufacturing floor areas for hiring events or plant tours, with PPE provided as required. Some travel may be required for job fairs and community outreach events.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of recruiting experience, with a strong focus on manufacturing, industrial, or production environments.
- Demonstrated success in high-volume and/or hard-to-fill recruiting.
- Experience using an applicant tracking system (ATS) and other recruiting or sourcing tools.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills across all levels of an organization.
- Ability to manage multiple requisitions and prioritize in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Working knowledge of employment law and hiring compliance requirements.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Paycom or other HRIS/ATS platforms.
Nice To Haves
- Strong understanding of manufacturing roles, shift structures, and plant-floor operations.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle recruitment for office-based professional roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and extending offers.
- Partner with department leaders to understand staffing needs and develop hiring plans.
- Source candidates through job boards, social media, employee referrals, community partnerships, job fairs, and local outreach programs.
- Conduct phone screens, interviews, and candidate communications throughout the hiring process.
- Coordinate and participate in hiring events, career fairs, and community recruiting initiatives.
- Maintain and update the applicant tracking system (ATS) with accurate candidate and requisition data.
- Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for high-volume and hard-to-fill manufacturing positions.
- Ensure a positive candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding.
- Support employer branding efforts to attract talent in a competitive manufacturing labor market.
- Track and report recruiting metrics such as time-to-fill, source of hire, and offer acceptance rates.
- Ensure compliance with EEOC, OFCCP (if applicable), and other employment regulations throughout the hiring process.
- Assist with onboarding coordination to support a smooth transition for new hires.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
