Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Sumitomo Electric; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Electric is seeking a Talent Acquisition Coordinator in Warsaw, Indiana. This role supports high-volume hiring by coordinating interviews, candidate flow, and onboarding readiness in partnership with the RPO provider, while not performing sourcing or requisition ownership.

You will maintain accurate interview records, track pre-employment compliance, and ensure a positive candidate experience. The position requires strong organizational skills, 2+ years in recruiting, and the ability to

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience.
• Experience supporting high volume hiring environments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Clear, professional communication and relationship building ability.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruiting activities with the RPO provider; no sourcing or direct recruiting.
• Support end-to-end interview scheduling, coordination, and candidate flow management.
• Partner with interview teams to drive timely and effective hiring decisions.
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready interview documentation.
• Ensure candidate evaluations align with role requirements and hiring criteria.
• Monitor staffing plans to align with ramp targets and forecasted needs.

Skills

Recruiting experience

High-volume hiring

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ATS/HRIS

Job description

Position: Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Sector: Professional Services

Location: Warsaw, Indiana USA

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the United States*

About the company

My client is an innovative American automotive manufacturer focused on redefining affordable electric mobility. They are developing a new generation of purpose-built electric vehicles with an emphasis on simplicity, modular design, and customer customisation.

Job Description:

• Our Client is seeking Talent Acquisition Specialists to support high-volume hiring in a fast-growing manufacturing environment.
• This role focuses on coordinating and supporting the hiring process in partnership with the Clients’ designated RPO provider.
• This is not a direct recruiting role and does not include candidate sourcing or requisition ownership.
• Instead, this position plays a critical role in ensuring interview coordination, candidate flow, pre-employment compliance, and onboarding readiness are executed efficiently to support aggressive hiring targets.
• You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy a fast pace, high impact work, and keeping complex processes organized and moving forward.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• 2+ years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience.
• Experience supporting high volume hiring environments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Clear, professional communication and relationship building ability.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Manufacturing or hourly workforce recruiting experience.
• Experience using an ATS or HRIS system.
• Ability to support multiple requisitions simultaneously.
• Willing to coach the more technical skills if inter-personal & communication skills are exceptional

What You Get To Do:

Talent Acquisition Support (Coordination-Focused)

• Coordinate recruiting activities in partnership with the Clients’ designated RPO provider; this role does not perform sourcing or direct recruiting
• Support end-to-end interview scheduling, coordination, and candidate flow management
• Partner with interview teams to drive timely and effective hiring decisions
• Maintain accurate, complete, and audit-ready interview documentation
• Ensure candidate evaluations align with defined role requirements and established hiring criteria
• Monitor staffing plans, including backfills, to ensure alignment with ramp targets and forecasted hiring needs

Candidate Experience & Hiring Coordination

• Serve as a key point of contact for candidates throughout the scheduling and pre-start process
• Provide clear communication on interview logistics, next steps, and onboarding requirements
• Support offer coordination and handoffs in partnership with the RPO and HR team
• Ensure a consistent, positive, and timely candidate experience

Pre-Start & Compliance Tracking

• Track, monitor, and drive completion of all pre-employment requirements, including:
• Drug screenings
• Background checks
• Employment eligibility documentation (Form I-9 and supporting documentation)
• Follow up with candidates to resolve missing or incomplete onboarding requirements
• Maintain accurate onboarding and compliance status records in the Clients’ designated systems

Onboarding Administration

• Manage onboarding workflows in alignment with Client policies and procedures
• Ensure all required onboarding documentation is completed prior to orientation
• Coordinate onboarding timelines to align with scheduled orientation sessions
• Escalate risks, delays, or compliance issues to the Clients’ leadership as needed

Reporting & Hiring Support

• Track hiring progress against staffing plans and ramp targets

Work Authorization Requirement:

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
• Our Client are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a strategic partner to the automotive industry, providing innovative design and engineering services to global OEMs, from concept to production.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time.

We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us if you need assistance in the application process