Talent Acquisition Specialist

TDK-Lambda Americas • Neptune, NJ

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a proactive, strategic, and results-driven Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead and execute recruitment efforts that attract, hire, and retain top talent for our advanced power electronics manufacturing and engineering operations. In this role, you will balance hands-on, full-cycle recruiting with forward-looking talent strategies. You will manage high-volume recruiting across multi-site technical and manufacturing operations, design and lead an impactful intern/co-op program, build strong partnerships with academic institutions and industry networks, and champion our employer brand to ensure our workforce scales efficiently with business growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent practical experience and training considered.
• 4 to 6 years of related talent acquisition / full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably within a manufacturing, engineering, or technical environment.
• Proven track record managing high-volume, multi-site requisitions ranging from skilled manufacturing/trades to highly specialized engineering roles.
• Demonstrated ability to build or manage campus recruitment and intern/co-op programs.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interface effectively at all organizational levels, present data to leadership, and represent the company externally.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), HRIS/ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• High-level problem-solving ability with the capacity to handle practical challenges, adapt to changing priorities, and interpret varied instructions and data.
• Communicates clearly, persuasively, and professionally across diverse candidate pools and internal stakeholder groups.
• Cultivates strong cross-functional partnerships and delivers high-touch candidate and hiring manager experiences.
• Prioritizes high requisition volumes efficiently, tracks key metrics, and meets established hiring timelines.
• Upholds confidentiality, integrity, sound judgment, and compliance with all employment laws and recruitment best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for manufacturing, factory, engineering, technical, and corporate support positions across multiple U.S. sites—successfully navigating high-volume hiring surges (e.g., 20+ concurrent openings).
• Design, launch, and oversee a comprehensive company-wide intern/co-op program, encompassing sourcing, onboarding, project alignment, performance evaluations, and conversion to full-time hires.
• Proactively establish and nurture strategic relationships with technical schools, colleges, universities, trade organizations, and professional associations to build sustainable candidate pipelines.
• Plan and execute employer branding initiatives, recruitment marketing campaigns, career fairs, and networking events to position TDK-Lambda as an employer of choice in advanced power electronics.
• Track recruiting KPIs, analyze talent market trends, and partner collaboratively with hiring managers and leadership on headcount planning, forecasting, and process optimization.
• Support broader HR programs including talent development, onboarding enhancement, and internal career mobility initiatives to foster long-term retention.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO), including paid holidays and legally required sick/safe leave
• Educational assistance programs
• Employee recognition programs & service awards
• Performance-based awards
• Opportunities for professional growth and training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level