Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist - Manufacturing

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package (medical aid, pension

Hybrid work model

Professional growth opportunities

Stable industry leader

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a prominent manufacturing group to recruit a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist in Welkom, Free State. The role blends in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, focusing on engineering, operations and skilled trades, and shaping recruitment strategies, employer branding and candidate experience.

You will own end-to-end recruitment, build strategic sourcing pipelines, collaborate with hiring managers and analytics to optimize performance, and help grow a

Qualifications

• Significant experience in talent acquisition or recruitment in manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• Proven track record in full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, and offers.
• Strong understanding of technical and operational roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience with ATS and recruitment marketing tools.
• Knowledge of the Welkom and wider Free State labour market is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for all positions, from initial request to offer acceptance.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to attract diverse and qualified candidates for technical and operational roles.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and provide expert recruitment guidance.
• Enhance the company's employer brand through various channels, including social media, career fairs, and online platforms.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill positions.
• Utilize data and analytics to track recruitment metrics, identify trends, and optimize recruitment strategies.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Stay current with best practices in talent acquisition and the manufacturing industry's talent landscape.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Full-cycle recruitment

Stakeholder management

ATS experience

Recruitment marketing

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent manufacturing group, is seeking a strategic Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their team in Welkom, Free State . This role is critical in driving the attraction and recruitment of high-calibre talent across all levels of the organization, with a particular focus on engineering, operations, and skilled trades. You will be instrumental in developing and implementing innovative recruitment strategies, enhancing the employer brand, and ensuring a seamless candidate experience. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in full-cycle recruitment, a strong understanding of the manufacturing sector, and a proactive approach to talent sourcing and pipeline management. This hybrid role offers a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, allowing you to contribute effectively to the company's growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the end-to-end recruitment process for all positions, from initial request to offer acceptance. Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to attract diverse and qualified candidates for technical and operational roles. Partner closely with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and provide expert recruitment guidance. Enhance the company's employer brand through various channels, including social media, career fairs, and online platforms. Develop and maintain talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill positions. Utilize data and analytics to track recruitment metrics, identify trends, and optimize recruitment strategies. Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the hiring process. Stay current with best practices in talent acquisition and the manufacturing industry's talent landscape.

Requirements

Significant experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with a proven track record in the manufacturing or industrial sectors. Demonstrated expertise in full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, and offer management. Strong understanding of technical and operational roles within a manufacturing environment. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment marketing tools. Proven ability to develop and implement effective talent sourcing strategies. A strategic mindset with a passion for building high-performing teams. Experience in employer branding initiatives is a plus. Knowledge of the Welkom and wider Free State labour market is beneficial.

Benefits

• This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid, pension fund, and performance-based incentives.


• Our client is committed to employee development, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and training.


• You will work in a modern facility with a supportive management team dedicated to fostering a positive work culture.


• The hybrid work model offers flexibility, balancing collaborative office-based work with the convenience of remote work.


• Join a stable and growing industry leader and play a key role in shaping the future workforce of a significant manufacturing organization in the Free State .