Recruiting & Onboarding Specialist

Summary The Recruiting & Onboarding Specialist supports one or more manufacturing plants by sourcing, hiring, and HR onboarding hourly employees across production, warehouse, maintenance, and support roles. This position plays a critical role in keeping the plant fully staffed, ensuring new hires are prepared for a safe and productive start, and partnering closely with operations & HR leaders to meet workforce demands in a fast ‑ paced environment. Your Mission Recruiting & Talent Acquisition Source, interview, and select applicants for hourly manufacturing roles, including machine operators, assemblers, material handlers, forklift drivers, quality techs, and production support Meet with hiring managers to determine job duties and hiring needs (in partnership with onsite HR) Maintain a strong pipeline of candidates to support high‑volume and urgent hiring needs Source candidates through job boards, community organizations, technical schools, workforce agencies, and local hiring events Conduct phone screens and coordinate interviews with supervisors and plant managers Ensure candidates meet job‑specific requirements such as shift availability, physical demands, and safety expectations Track hiring metrics such as time‑to‑fill, turnover in first 90 days, and requisition load Represent the company at job fairs, community events, and plant‑sponsored hiring days Onboarding & New‑Hire Readiness Coordinate all pre‑employment steps including background checks, drug screens, physicals, and required certifications Compose offer letters after alignment with onsite HR Manager and Supervisor for the person and role Facilitate new‑hire orientation with a strong emphasis on safety, plant rules, PPE, and production expectations Ensure new hires receive necessary PPE, badges, uniforms, etc. to support their successful onboarding Maintain accurate onboarding documentation and ensure all records meet audit and compliance standards Your Profile 1-3 years experience recruiting hourly or high‑volume roles in manufacturing, distribution, or similar environments Understanding or willing to learn plant operations, shift structures, and production workforce needs Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills with both candidates and plant leaders Ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment Familiarity with SuccessFactors and ADPATS and HRIS systems High attention to detail, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality Our Offer Comprehensive base salary Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance 401k Retirement Savings Plan, fully vested and company match An interesting job within the packaging & paper industry Opportunities for professional growth Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities. Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to the contact person listed above. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mondi plc