Technical Recruiter

Howmet Aerospace•Torrance, CA

6h•$110,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Recruiter manages full-cycle talent acquisition, primarily for technical and engineering roles in manufacturing, automation, tooling, quality, and maintenance, while supporting non-technical roles as needed. The role carries a requisition load of 20 or more open salaried positions in a fast-paced environment and includes managing and optimizing the organization’s HRIS system to support data-driven decision-making. The recruiter partners with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to understand hiring needs and develop recruitment strategies. They build candidate pipelines through active and passive sourcing, assess applicants, coordinate and conduct interviews, and manage offers and pre-employment testing. The position also supports employer branding, diversity recruiting, college recruiting, and internship initiatives, and advises internal stakeholders on hiring and interviewing practices. The role requires maintaining accurate applicant-tracking data and ensuring compliance with EEO, AAP, and OFCCP requirements. The recruiter uses talent acquisition analytics, market intelligence, and industry practices to inform operational leaders and improve time-to-fill and other recruiting measures. The position must be performed full time in Torrance and/or Fullerton, California, with local travel to other HFS facilities. Visa sponsorship is not available, and employment offers are conditioned on the applicant’s lawful ability to obtain access to export-controlled items.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, human resources, or a related field from an accredited university.
At least 3 years of experience in a talent acquisition role.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire.
Must be able to work full time in Torrance, California and/or Fullerton, California.
Must be able to travel locally to other HFS facilities.
Ability to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items is a condition of an employment offer.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to recruiting technical or engineering positions.
Experience recruiting in a manufacturing environment, including engineering, automation, technical operations, and skilled technical roles.
Experience with one or more Applicant Tracking Systems, such as GPS or Greenhouse.
Experience with OFCCP hiring policies and guidelines.
Experience with talent acquisition data analytics.
Advanced sourcing skills for identifying passive candidates for critical employee skill sets.

Responsibilities

Carry a requisition load of 20 or more open salaried positions in a fast-paced environment.
Learn the company’s products and services to attract technical and engineering talent.
Build and maintain relationships with candidates, hiring managers, business partners, and other internal and external customers.
Collaborate with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to understand hiring needs and develop recruitment strategies for supported functions.
Mentor internal stakeholders on hiring and interviewing best practices.
Support the company’s employer-of-choice reputation through public relations and employer branding.
Source candidates through job boards, social media, employee referrals, professional networks, and recruiting events.
Implement diversity recruiting strategies and outreach for functional specialties.
Coordinate college recruiting initiatives and attend career fairs to support recruiting, company brand recognition, and the internship program.
Develop talent pipelines through active and passive sourcing.
Review resumes and applications, assessing candidates’ contact information, experience, skills, and education using the Applicant Tracking System.
Plan interview and selection procedures; coordinate and conduct phone screens, assessments, and in-person or virtual interviews.
Manage the offer stage, prepare offer documents, and coordinate pre-employment testing with HR Business Partners and hiring managers.
Build recruiting bench strength, particularly for difficult-to-recruit disciplines, and use analytics, market intelligence, and industry best practices to inform leaders and drive time-to-fill and other recruiting measures.
Ensure EEO compliance throughout talent acquisition and maintain accurate applicant-tracking data according to EEO/AAP scheduling guidelines.
Serve as a subject matter expert on AAP, EEO, and OFCCP requirements, guiding hiring teams on policies, procedures, and best practices.
Manage and optimize the organization’s HRIS system to support data-driven decision-making.
Travel locally to other HFS facilities.

Benefits

Competitive wages.
Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, including FSA and HSA account options.
401(k) retirement savings plans with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution.
Paid holidays and vacation time.
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs.
Life insurance and disability coverage plans.
Optional auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance coverage plans.
Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Career progression opportunities.
Community engagement activities.
Flexible schedules, contingent upon role and location.