Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist manages the full recruitment lifecycle across manufacturing, management, and administrative roles for a family-owned company in Northwest Indianapolis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the end-to-end recruitment strategy
• Collaborate with department leaders to craft and refresh job descriptions
• Post vacancies on job boards, universities/colleges, and local community organizations
• Work with Marketing to boost recruitment messaging on social media and the company site
• Plan and attend career fairs and community events to attract qualified candidates
• Partner with Marketing to design recruitment materials
• Build partnerships with local high schools, vocational schools, colleges, universities, and nonprofits for sourcing
• Inform and engage potential applicants about the company and its culture
• Screen resumes and application materials
• Conduct phone screenings with qualified candidates
• Coordinate and participate in second interviews with top candidates and managers
• Extend verbal contingent offers to hourly candidates
• Conduct pre-employment screenings
• Maintain and update the applicant tracking system

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication
• Superior interpersonal skills
• Exceptional organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Proven time management with a track record of meeting deadlines
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality in all actions
• Thorough knowledge of employment laws and regulations

Technologies

• MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Applicant tracking system

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off

Work Environment

• In office position
• Constant sitting
• Some time spent on the manufacturing floor to gain understanding of job requirements for various positions
• Occasional local travel to community job fairs

Desired Characteristics

• Excellent attendance and punctuality history
• Decision-making based on experience and available data
• Minimal supervision required to complete work and meet deadlines
• Strives to meet or exceed job requirements
• Ability to work well with others

Education/Experience

• 3+ years’ experience in recruiting or hiring
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of recruiting and hiring practices
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills
• Knowledge of MS Office software (Excel, Outlook, Word) and applicant tracking system
• Strong decision-making skills

Experience

• Full-cycle recruiting: 3+ years (required)
• Human resources: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute

• Indianapolis, IN 46268 (required)

Work Location

• In person