Manager, Talent Acquisition

Best Maid Cookie Company; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rise Baking Company is seeking a seasoned Manager, Talent Acquisition to lead the recruiting engine behind growth across manufacturing sites and corporate teams. Based in Minneapolis, you will own full lifecycle recruiting, mentor recruiters, and partner with HR and leaders to align staffing with business goals.

You will drive strategies, leverage data to optimize the process, and ensure compliant, engaging hiring practices across diverse roles while fostering a positive employer brand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of high-volume recruiting experience and leadership.
• Experience with recruitment software and applicant tracking systems.
• Experience with social media recruiting.
• Experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Expert interviewing skills with various techniques.
• Strong HR practices and labor law understanding.
• Proficient in MS Office and HRIS (ADP preferred).
• Excellent analytics to track metrics and drive campaigns.
• Professional, courteous demeanor with strong communication.
• Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse audience.
• Detail-oriented with organizational skills.
• Ability to deliver under pressure in fast-paced setting.
• Ability to travel within the United States for job fairs.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of recruiters to meet hiring goals.
• Drive a high-performance culture using data and metrics.
• Manage a portfolio of requisitions, sourcing and screening candidates.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies for food manufacturing.
• Leverage sourcing strategies including technology and relocation.
• Continuously improve recruitment processes for efficiency.
• Use data to drive decision-making and optimize strategies.
• Oversee manager training for recruitment compliance.
• Partner with hiring managers to plan staffing needs.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to support talent initiatives.
• Oversee internal job postings to support growth.
• Screen applicants, conduct phone screens, and schedule interviews.
• Lead recruitment strategy sessions and post-interview debriefs.
• Create and deliver offers, conduct pre-employment checks.
• Ensure compliance with policies and legal requirements.
• Maintain employer reputation on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, etc.
• Develop and execute talent management initiatives including onboarding.
• Coordinate onboarding for corporate and plant positions.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices.
• Assist with HR programs and projects including safety/quality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

People leadership

Recruiting expertise

ATS experience

Social media recruiting

Manufacturing experience

Interviewing skills

HR compliance knowledge

HRIS/ADP familiarity

Data-driven analytics

Communication skills

Diversity & inclusion

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/related field

Tools

ADP HRIS

Job description

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Manager, Talent Acquisition

Full Time Minneapolis, MN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3683

Salary Range: $110,000.00 To $130,000.00 Annually

Rise Baking Company is growing, and we’re looking for a Manager, Talent Acquisition to lead the recruiting engine behind that growth. In this role, you’ll own our full life-cycle recruiting program, shaping how we attract, hire, and retain great people across roughly 20 manufacturing sites and our corporate teams. You’ll build, mentor, and empower a high-performing, agile team of recruiters while driving talent management and engagement initiatives that help every employee feel connected to our mission, values, and goals. Based at our Minneapolis headquarters, you’ll partner with HR and leaders across every function of the business, with real visibility and the chance to make a lasting impact as we expand.

Essential Functions

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of recruiters, ensuring they meet hiring goals and maintain high standards of candidate and hiring manager experience
• Drive a high-performance culture within the talent acquisition team, using data and metrics to measure progress
• Manage a portfolio of requisitions, actively sourcing, screening, and selecting candidates for open roles
• Develop and implement a variety of effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent in the food manufacturing sector, including advertising initiatives, university and technical school relationships, and community partners
• Leverage innovative sourcing strategies and out-of-the-box ideas to identify and attract top talent, including technology, diversity, and relocation
• Continuously evaluate and improve recruitment processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Utilize data and metrics to drive decision-making and optimize recruitment strategies
• Oversee the training of hiring managers for the recruitment process, ensuring compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations
• Partner with hiring managers, leaders, and HR to understand staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment plans
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for talent acquisition initiatives
• Oversee an effective internal job posting process to support internal growth and quality talent retention
• Oversee the efficient screening of applicants using skill assessment tools and tests; conduct phone screens with qualified candidates and assist with scheduling interviews as needed; ensure accurate and well-ordered documentation on all searches, candidates, hiring manager interactions, and other recruiting activities
• Organize, lead, and document recruitment strategy sessions with hiring managers and post-interview debrief/feedback with interview teams and candidates
• Create and deliver offers of employment; administer appropriate pre-employment assessments and reference/background checks
• Ensure all recruitment activities comply with company policies and legal requirements
• Ensure the company maintains a positive reputation as an employer through effective management of LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and other social media
• Develop, execute, and champion talent management initiatives, including onboarding, engagement, and retention
• Conduct onboarding for all corporate new hires, working with hiring manager over the first 90 days of employment; coordinate new hire onboarding for plant positions with plant HR staff
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition and manufacturing recruitment
• Assist with various human resource programs and projects
• Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field or equivalent education, training, and experience
• 5+ years of successful, high-volume recruiting experience with the ability to develop a high-performing team
• Experience with recruitment software and applicant tracking systems
• Experience with social media recruiting
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Expert interviewing skills and familiarity with various interview techniques (video, panel interviews, etc.)
• Strong understanding of HR practices and labor legislation
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, as well as experience with HRIS, preferably ADP
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to track metrics and interpret data for strategic recruiting campaigns
• Professional, courteous, and approachable demeanor with strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to network and establish professional relationships
• Cultural competency; experience/ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Ability to deliver under pressure in a demanding, fast-paced environment with strict deadlines
• Ability to travel within the United States to attend job fairs and networking events

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $110,000 to $130,000 annually. Pay is based upon several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. Rise Baking Company complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your annual salary, Rise Baking Company offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, annual bonus eligibility, incentive and recognition programs and 401k contributions (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). At Rise Baking Company, our people are our finest ingredient.