Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process for exempt and non-exempt positions across the organization. This role partners closely with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to attract, identify, and hire qualified talent while delivering a positive candidate experience. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will lead recruitment efforts from requisition approval through onboarding and play a key role in supporting workforce planning initiatives, particularly within a manufacturing environment. This position is a hybrid role with primarily located in Cranberry Township, PA and will report to the Director of Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the approval process for new position requisitions and post openings in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and external job boards.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand position requirements, qualifications, skills, and interview processes.
• Source and attract qualified candidates utilizing recruiting platforms, job boards, social media, networking, referrals, and other sourcing methods.
• Conduct initial phone screenings to evaluate candidate qualifications, experience, and fit for open positions.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates, hiring managers, and interview teams.
• Maintain regular communication with hiring managers regarding candidate pipelines, recruiting progress, interview feedback, and hiring recommendations.
• Develop and extend employment offers in accordance with company policies and compensation guidelines.
• Initiate background screenings and pre-employment onboarding activities following offer acceptance.
• Communicate regularly with candidates to ensure timely completion of onboarding requirements and maintain engagement throughout the hiring process.
• Coordinate with hiring managers and HR Business Partners regarding onboarding progress, orientation schedules, and new first-day hire logistics.
• Maintain accurate candidate and recruiting records within the applicant tracking system and HRIS.
• Support employment branding, recruiting events, career fairs, and other talent acquisition initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies throughout the recruitment process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a corporate environment or as an agency recruiter.
• Required: Demonstrated experience recruiting for manufacturing, production, skilled trades, engineering, operations, supply chain, or other industrial positions.
• Experience supporting both hourly and salaried recruitment efforts.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS), recruiting platforms, and HRIS systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of recruiting best practices, sourcing techniques, and candidate assessment methods.
• Proven ability to successfully recruit for hard-to-fill manufacturing and skilled-trade positions.
• Knowledge of employment laws, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements, and hiring compliance practices.
• Strong relationship-building and consultative skills with hiring managers and business leaders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Experience utilizing LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and other sourcing tools preferred.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing industry recruiting experience in a multi-site environment.
• Professional certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or AIRS Recruiter Certification.
• Experience supporting onboarding, employer branding, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Familiarity with recruiting metrics and reporting to drive hiring effectiveness.