Strategic TA Partner – Skilled Trades & Workforce Planning

Waupaca Foundry, Inc.; Waupaca (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short and long term disability

Life insurance

401(k)

Employer funded retirement plan

Paid vacations/holidays

Wellness program

Fitness membership

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner – Skilled Trades to lead recruiting strategies and build talent pipelines within the organization. This role focuses on influencing workforce decisions and driving long-term talent outcomes in alignment with business needs.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in recruiting, particularly in manufacturing or skilled trades, and possess strong strategic thinking and relationship-building skills. The role includes mentoring others and participating in employer branding initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive recruiting, talent acquisition, or workforce development experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or skilled trades recruitment preferred.
• Demonstrated success influencing leaders and driving talent-related outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide recruiting strategies for critical positions.
• Develop workforce plans aligned to business objectives.
• Build and maintain strategic talent pipelines.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Business Acumen

Influence

Consultative Partnership

Workforce Planning

Relationship Building

Data-Driven Decision Making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or related field

Job description

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner – Skilled Trades to lead recruiting strategies and build talent pipelines within the organization. This role focuses on influencing workforce decisions and driving long-term talent outcomes in alignment with business needs.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in recruiting, particularly in manufacturing or skilled trades, and possess strong strategic thinking and relationship-building skills. The role includes mentoring others and participating in employer branding initiatives.