Talent Acquisition & Development Specialist

Universal Alloy Corporation; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class 401(k) match up to 10%

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Volunteer PTO with community impact

Additional Benefits

Job summary

Universal Alloy Corporation is seeking a Talent Acquisition & Development Specialist to lead full-cycle recruiting, coordinate onboarding, and drive leadership development programs in a manufacturing setting.

The role partners with hiring managers, builds talent pipelines, and analyzes workforce data to support strategic decisions. On-site work environment with emphasis on candidate experience and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent related work experience.
• Minimum Experience: 3 years of experience in talent acquisition, recruiting, onboarding, talent management, learning and development, or a related HR discipline required.
• Paylocity experience preferred.
• Experience utilizing ATS and HCM systems required.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for exempt and non-exempt positions for both external and internal candidates.
• Partner with hiring managers to assess staffing needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
• Develop talent pipelines for current and future workforce needs.
• Conduct candidate screening interviews and assessments.
• Coordinate candidate testing, facility tours, interviews, and hiring activities.
• Manage relationships with recruiting agencies and external recruiting partners.
• Participate in job fairs, recruiting events, and workforce development initiatives.
• Maintain internal job posting and applicant communication processes.
• Deliver a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Ensure recruiting and selection processes comply with applicable employment laws and company policies.

Skills

Business partnership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Paylocity

ATS

HCM systems

Job description

Description

Position Overview

The Talent Acquisition & Development Specialist is responsible for attracting, onboarding, and developing talent across the organization. This role leads full-cycle recruiting efforts, coordinates onboarding and leadership development programs, administers talent-related initiatives, and provides workforce insights through analytics and reporting.

This highly visible position serves as a key partner to hiring managers and leaders, balancing recruiting priorities with development initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires strong business partnership skills, adaptability, data analysis capabilities, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

This position operates fully on-site and regularly engages with candidates, employees, leaders, educational partners, and workforce development organizations.

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Compensation & Benefits

Universal Alloy Corporation offers a comprehensive and rewarding benefits package designed to support your well-being and growth:

• Competitive Compensation
• Best-in-class employer match of up to 10% on 401(k) contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Volunteer Paid Time Off with the opportunity to earn additional PTO through community involvement
• Additional Benefits that enhance your overall experience at UAC

Requirements

Talent Acquisition

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for exempt and non-exempt positions for both external and internal candidates.
• Partner with hiring managers to assess staffing needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
• Develop talent pipelines for current and future workforce needs.
• Conduct candidate screening interviews and assessments.
• Coordinate candidate testing, facility tours, interviews, and hiring activities.
• Manage relationships with recruiting agencies and external recruiting partners.
• Participate in job fairs, recruiting events, and workforce development initiatives.
• Maintain internal job posting and applicant communication processes.
• Deliver a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Ensure recruiting and selection processes comply with applicable employment laws and company policies.

Hiring Manager Partnership

• Serve as a trusted recruiting partner to hiring managers and business leaders.
• Consult with leaders on staffing strategies, talent availability, and market conditions.
• Provide regular updates regarding recruiting progress and candidate pipelines.
• Present candidate recommendations and assessment findings to hiring managers and facilitate selection discussions.
• Navigate competing priorities while maintaining strong service levels.

Onboarding & New Hire Experience

• Coordinate and facilitate New Employee Orientation.
• Administer the organization's onboarding and 90-day integration process.
• Support new hire engagement and successful assimilation into the organization.
• Monitor onboarding effectiveness and retention outcomes.
• Coordinate internship and apprenticeship onboarding activities.

Leadership Development & Employee Development

• Coordinate leadership development programs and training initiatives.
• Develop participant materials, presentations, communications, and program resources.
• Co-facilitate leadership development programs with the Sr. HR Business Partner.
• Coordinate training schedules, logistics, attendance tracking, and participant communications.
• Administer tuition reimbursement and educational assistance programs.
• Support employee development and workforce readiness initiatives.

Talent Analytics & Reporting

• Analyze recruiting, onboarding, retention, and employee lifecycle data.
• Develop and maintain talent acquisition, onboarding, and development KPIs.
• Administer onboarding and new hire experience surveys and utilize feedback to improve onboarding effectiveness and retention.
• Monitor key recruiting metrics such as time-to-fill, quality of hire, and candidate conversion rates.
• Prepare talent insights and recommendations for leaders and HR leadership.
• Administer employee surveys and feedback initiatives.
• Analyze onboarding and exit feedback to identify trends and opportunities.

Systems & Technology

• Maintain proficiency in the Paylocity Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and Human Capital Management (HCM).
• Utilize HR technology to streamline recruiting and onboarding workflows.
• Generate reports and analytics to support talent initiatives.

Community Partnerships & Workforce Development

• Develop and maintain relationships with schools, technical colleges, apprenticeships, and workforce development organizations.
• Manage internship and apprenticeship programs.
• Support employment branding and recruitment marketing efforts.

Other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent related work experience.
• Minimum Experience: 3 years of experience in talent acquisition, recruiting, onboarding, talent management, learning and development, or a related HR discipline required.
• Manufacturing recruiting experience preferred.
• Experience utilizing ATS and HCM systems required.
• Paylocity experience preferred.
• Experience supporting leadership development programs preferred.
• Certifications: PHR or SHRM-CP preferred.

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong business partnership and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to adapt, prioritize, and pivot quickly in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and self-direction.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret talent data and develop meaningful reports and metrics.
• Strong customer service orientation with a focus on creating a positive candidate, employee, and hiring manager experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Physical Abilities: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and engaging in dialogue, regularly walking through the mills, and must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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Working Conditions

• Office environment; Monday – Friday
• Some employee events or meetings may take place during 2nd or 3rd shift or on a weekend day
• At times, may conduct work in one of the production mills or warehouse; PPE is required.

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Safety Commitment

All UAC employees must know and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries. Employee must understand the PPE and wear it properly.

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ITAR Requirements

UAC has a responsibility to comply with all applicable requirements set forth by International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as a U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’) Political Asylee, or Refugee. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.

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Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation

UAC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. UAC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the Human Resources department at 770-479-7230.