Talent Acquisition Specialist (1 year contract)

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process for technical and professional positions. Working closely with hiring managers and business leaders, this role develops talent pipelines, executes recruitment strategies, and delivers high-quality hiring outcomes to support the company's current and future workforce needs. The incumbent plays a key role in ensuring a positive candidate experience and strengthening the company's employer brand

Recruitment Strategy & Workforce Planning:

• Collaborate with HR and plant management to understand workforce needs and develop a recruitment strategy for all open positions from direct labor to professional roles
• Utilize data to forecast hiring needs and identify potential gaps in staffing.
• Monitor and maintain relationships with staffing agencies to supplement hiring needs.

Sourcing Candidates:

• Source qualified candidates through multiple channels such as job boards, social media, employee referrals, recruitment fairs etc
• Develop talent pipelines for current and future labor needs, including entry-level and skilled technical and professional roles.
• Build relationships with local technical schools, trade associations, and job centers to identify top talent.

Screening & Interviewing:

• Review resumes, applications, and assess candidates' qualifications for suitability for the position.
• Conduct phone screenings and in-person interviews with candidates to assess technical skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Coordinate technical assessments and pre-employment testing as required.

Stakeholder Management:

• Partner closely with plant managers and department heads to understand role-specific requirements and competencies needed.
• Provide regular updates to hiring managers on the status of open roles and recruitment activities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process, ensuring a positive candidate experience.

Employer Branding & Recruitment Events:

• Represent the company at local job fairs, recruitment events, and networking opportunities to attract qualified talent across all levels of the organization.
• Support the employer branding initiatives by promoting the company's culture, benefits, and growth opportunities to prospective employees.

Onboarding Support:

•       Collaborate with HR to facilitate a smooth onboarding process, including pre-employment checks, offer administration, and new hire onboarding activities.

Data Reporting & Continuous Improvement:

• Track and report recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and candidate quality to optimize the recruitment process.
• Continuously evaluate recruitment strategies and tools, seeking opportunities for improvement and greater efficiency.
• Stay updated on industry trends, labor market conditions, and best practices in talent acquisition.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field
• 5 years of experience in high-volume recruitment, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Resourceful in sourcing candidates using a variety of methods (job boards, social media, recruitment fairs, and networking).
• Adaptable in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment, responding quickly to changing labor demands or company priorities.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) to effectively liaise with candidates, hiring managers, and external partners.
• Proactive mindset in seeking innovative ways to attract talent and improve recruitment processes.
• Team player who can collaborate effectively with HR colleagues and hiring managers across departments.