Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Type: Full time, Contract with the potential of permanent

Location: Hybrid, Youngstown, OH

Pay: $25-$38/hour

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead recruiting efforts for high-volume hourly positions within a manufacturing environment. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can move quickly, engage candidates effectively, and manage multiple openings while maintaining a detail-oriented hiring experience. The person in this role will support ongoing workforce needs by identifying talent with experience in production and operations teams and helping keep hiring activity organized and efficient.

Responsibilities:

·      Manage a high-volume requisition load and consistently meet time‑to‑accept, fill rate, and quality‑of‑hire targets.

·      Monitor funnel metrics to identify bottlenecks and execute corrective actions quickly.

·      Deliver predictable weekly hiring output to meet plant staffing needs.

·      Follow established TA workflows, SOPs, and compliance requirements for hourly hiring.

·      Maintain strong SLAs with hiring teams and ensure timely screening, scheduling, and feedback.

·      Support structured interviewing to enable fair, consistent selection decisions.

·      Conduct targeted sourcing for skilled and entry‑level hourly roles using job boards, community partners, events, and referrals.

·      Host or support onsite hiring events, job fairs, and open interview days.

·      Build and maintain pipelines for key roles (e.g., production operators, maintenance techs, etc.).

·      Keep candidates informed with timely communication via SMS, email, and phone.

·      Deliver a simple, transparent process from apply to offer.

·      Represent the company’s brand and work environment authentically and professionally.

·      Maintain accurate and complete documentation in the ATS.

·      Follow all EEO, and internal hiring standards.

• Associate degree or higher.
• 3-5 years’ experience in full-cycle recruiting, or talent sourcing, preferably in a fast-paced or high-growth environment.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic sourcing plans that attract diversified talent
• Proficiency with ATS platforms, requisition workflows, and reporting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing needs, and work both independently and collaboratively.