Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position Summary

The Talent Acquisition Specialist manages the full-cycle recruitment process for hourly employees across multiple U.S. locations, while also assisting with select salaried recruiting initiatives. This role partners closely with hiring managers, HR, and community organizations to attract, hire, and onboard top talent.

Primary responsibilities and/or essential functions

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for hourly positions, including requisition intake, sourcing, screening, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding support
• Assist with salaried recruiting efforts as needed, including candidate sourcing and interview coordination
• Parellel with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, job requirements, and workforce plans
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local schools, colleges, trade programs, and workforce development organizations
• In coordination with local HRM, plans, coordinates, and attends hiring events such as job fairs, open houses, on-site hiring days, and community outreach initiatives
• Develop and manage social media and digital recruiting campaigns to attract hourly talent across diverse labor markets
• Travel to various locations to support hiring events and recruitment strategies
• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS), recruiting platforms, and HR technology to manage workflows and track candidate activity, ensuring accurate documentation of recruiting activity
• Work independently to prioritize recruiting efforts, manage multiple requisitions, and meet hiring deadlines with minimal supervision
• Provide a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the hiring process
• Cover interview scheduling and support pre-employment activities including background verification, drug screening, and onboarding coordination
• Coordinate employer branding initiatives and ensure job postings align with market trends and business needs
• Maintain compliance with applicable labor laws, hiring regulations, and internal policies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience (e.g., high school diploma or equivalent combined with applicable recruiting experience)
• Minimum of 2 years of full-cycle talent acquisition or recruiting experience, with a strong emphasis on high-volume, hourly hiring
• Proven experience supporting multiple locations and managing competing hiring priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a hybrid work environment
• Proficiency with recruiting technologies, including applicant tracking systems (ATS), Microsoft Office, and other digital tools
• Experience using social media and online platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed, ZipRecruiter) for candidate sourcing and attraction
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 15% based on business needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience partnering with schools, vocational programs, or community organizations to build talent pipelines
• Experience recruiting for both hourly and salaried positions
• Experience planning and executing hiring events (onsite, virtual, or community-based)
• Exposure to manufacturing, industrial, or multi-site environments