Talent Acquisition Recruiter

Solatube; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingspan Insulated Panels North America is hiring a Talent Acquisition Recruiter for our Modesto, CA office. This full-time, in-office role supports recruitment across the U.S.

and Canada, partnering with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and execute targeted strategies from sourcing to onboarding. The ideal candidate will have five+ years in full-cycle recruiting, experience with high-volume roles in manufacturing, and strong HR knowledge.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including high-volume staffing.
• Experience recruiting in manufacturing/building materials is preferred.
• An associate degree in HR, business, or related field; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Able to manage a minimum of 14 open requisitions simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of HR practices and applicable labor laws.
• Proven track record of meeting time-to-fill and interview-to-hire KPIs.
• Experience using job-posting platforms and multiple sourcing methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for North America requisitions across exempt and non-exempt roles.
• Source, screen, interview, and assess candidates; coordinate onboarding.
• Coordinate phone, video, and on-site interviews; liaise between candidates and hiring managers.
• Review job descriptions and staffing procedures; implement approved improvements.
• Monitor labor-market conditions; advise on recruiting strategies.
• Manage competing deadlines and project timelines for staffing objectives.
• Develop external talent pipelines via job boards, referrals, social media, events, agencies, and more.
• Analyze recruiting data and present recommendations for process improvements.
• Manage offer communications and onboarding activities; support smooth transitions.
• Follow Group Code of Conduct and compliance requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

High-volume recruiting

Full-cycle recruiting

HR practices

Labor law knowledge

Bilingual English/Spanish

UKG ATS

Excel

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Associate degree in HR or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

UKG HRIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a division of the Kingspan Group plc headquartered in Ireland, is a global and trusted leader in the design, manufacturing, and supply of high-performance sustainable building products and solutions for the construction industry. As the most energy-efficient, cost-effective building envelope solutions, insulated metal panels are at the forefront of sustainability. We serve the architectural, commercial/industrial, cold storage and food processing markets, and are committed to delivering the most advanced building products on the market.

At Kingspan, our future success is based on the quality of our people, who's expertise and motivation have helped ensure that we remain at the forefront of the construction materials manufacturing industry. In joining Kingspan you become an important part of a growing organization with a reputation for innovative design and use of technology, technical expertise, product quality, service excellence, and dedication to sustainability.

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Recruiter in our Modesto, CA office!

• This is a Full-Time (M-F) in-office position (no hybrid or remote).

Summary: The Talent Acquisition Recruiter will manage full-cycle recruitment process for positions across our U.S. and Canadian offices and plants. The position partners with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, develop targeted recruitment strategies, source and assess candidates, coordinate the selection and offer process, and maintain a smooth and positive candidate experience. They will also analyze recruiting results and local labor-market conditions, recommend practical sourcing and process improvements, and support approved initiatives that strengthen the company’s employment brand and recruiting effectiveness.

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process for assigned requisitions across North America with a range of exempt and non-exempt positions.
• Source, screen, interview, and assess candidates against documented position requirements, and coordinate the process from initial candidate engagement through onboarding.
• Coordinate phone, video, and on-site interviews; serve as the primary liaison between candidates and hiring managers; and maintain timely, professional communication throughout the selection process.
• Review job descriptions and staffing and sourcing procedures; recommend improvements that streamline the recruiting process and maximize resources; and implement approved changes within established policies and procedures.
• Monitor local labor-market conditions, including talent availability and contingent-labor rates, and advise hiring managers and HR leadership on practical recruiting and sourcing strategies.
• Manage competing requisition and project deadlines and escrow constraints that may affect staffing objectives.
• Source candidates and develop external talent pipelines through job boards, direct outreach, employee referrals, applicant databases, internet search tools, networking, social media, job fairs, staffing agencies, educational institutions, military transition programs, employment offices, and community or career organizations.
• Analyze recruiting data and present findings and recommendations for improvements to interview guides, job descriptions, recruiting processes, and success measures.
• Manage offer communications, pre-employment follow-up, and recruiting-related onboarding activities; coordinate with candidates, hiring managers, and HR partners to support a timely transition into employment; and contribute to training resources used in the hiring and onboarding process.
• Follow the Group Code of Conduct and Group Compliance.
• Follow Compliance requirements per “KNA-SOP-1705 Compliance Roles and Responsibilities.”
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum of five years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including demonstrated high-volume or agency staffing experience.
• Experience recruiting in the manufacturing/building materials industry, engineering, sales, IT, management, production line (or other high-volume hourly operations) is strongly preferred.
• An associate degree in human resources, business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and recruiting experience, is required. A bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Skilled in managing a minimum of 14 open requisitions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of HR practices and applicable labor laws.
• Proven track record of successfully meeting key performance metrics (time-to-fill ratios, interview-to-hire ratios, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience using job-posting platforms and multiple sourcing methods, including direct outreach, employee referrals, applicant databases, and internet search tools.

Other Skills and Requirements:

• Solid experience in Applicant Tracking Systems (preferably UKG) and other HR software.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to present information effectively in person.
• Highly organized with strong technical skills. Including Excel. PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently, collaborate effectively with hiring managers and HR partners, organize competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple recruiting projects to meet established objectives.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is highly preferred.
• Occasional travel to other locations, job fairs, recruiting events, etc.

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will exhibit the following attributes:

Fast-Paced Adaptability

• Remains flexible and constructive when priorities, timelines, and hiring needs change with little notice.
• Adjusts quickly without becoming unsettled or losing sight of the most important outcomes.

Steady Sense of Urgency

• Naturally works with pace and purpose while preserving sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Maintains momentum through sustained demand rather than waiting for conditions to slow down.

Disciplined Personal Organization

• Is consistently organized, prepared, and attentive to details even when managing many moving priorities.
• Keeps commitments visible and follows through without requiring close oversight or repeated reminders.
• Uses practical judgment when information is incomplete, competing needs arise, or established plans no longer fit the situation.
• Knows when to act independently, when to ask a thoughtful question, and when an issue warrants escalation.

Credible Service Mindset

• Builds trust through responsiveness, candor, and respect for both candidates and internal partners.
• Balances a helpful approach with the confidence to set realistic expectations and address difficult information directly.

Resilient Professional Composure

• Stays composed and solution-focused through setbacks, competing demands, and frequent changes in direction.
• Responds to pressure with persistence and perspective rather than defensiveness or visible frustration.

Practical Learning Agility

• Is curious and open-minded when tools, processes, information sources, or expectations evolve.
• Learns through thoughtful questioning while evaluating new information with healthy skepticism and sound human judgment.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office-Based Work: The role is primarily office-based and may involve extended periods of stationary work, with occasional standing or walking within the facility.
• Lifting and Handling: The role may occasionally involve lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling office materials or equipment with up to 10 lbs. of force, up to 5 lbs. frequently, and negligible force on a constant basis.
• Computer, Equipment, and Information Use: The role frequently involves using a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other standard office equipment to review digital and printed information, manage recruiting activities, and communicate with candidates and internal partners.
• Communication and Interaction: Regular communication with candidates, hiring managers, HR partners, and external contacts through phone, video, email, and in-person interaction.
• Travel and Work Environment: The work environment generally includes a controlled office setting. Occasional travel may involve visits to company facilities or recruiting events and movement through office or other business areas.

Salary range $88,000 - $108,000+ (We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining final salary - therefore, base pay offered will vary depending on extensive subject‑matter knowledge, years of demonstrated successful hands‑on experience, a proven track record of performing this work at a high level, the ability to step in and deliver impact immediately with minimal ramp‑up and geographic location).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Fitness Reimbursement, Educational Assistance, Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Life Assistance Program.

Kingspan is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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