Talent Acquisition Specialist

SMS group USA; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid vacation

Paid holiday time

401k with company match

Training

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SMS group Inc. is expanding its HR team and seeks a Talent Acquisition Specialist to source, attract, and hire across functions. You will manage the full lifecycle from job postings to onboarding, partnering with managers, and shaping our employer brand.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s in HR and at least three years in full-cycle recruitment, with manufacturing experience; excellent communication, negotiation, and time-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years in full-cycle recruitment.
• Experience recruiting for manufacturing roles (e.g., machinists) is preferred.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with employment laws and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from posting to extending offers.
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, networking, and referrals.
• Collaborate with marketing to promote employer branding.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience from initial contact to onboarding.
• Build relationships with hiring managers to understand staffing needs.
• Stay informed on salary benchmarks and recruiting best practices.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Full-Cycle Recruitment

Candidate Sourcing

Employer Branding

Candidate Experience

Partnership Development

Market Research

Compliance

Interviewing

Communication

Negotiation

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Come join our growing HR team!

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a critical role in sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent across various functions within the organization. This role requires a creative and strategic thinker who can effectively manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from job posting and candidate sourcing to interviewing and onboarding.

Who We Are

At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located.

www.sms-group.us

The Right Candidate Will

• Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage the entire recruitment process, including job postings, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, conducting interviews, and extending offers
• Candidate Sourcing: Utilize a variety of channels (job boards, social media, networking events, employee referrals) to source and attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates
• Employer Branding: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and promote our employer brand, ensuring that we attract candidates who align with our company culture and values
• Candidate Experience: Ensure a positive and seamless experience for all candidates, from initial contact through onboarding
• Partnership Development: Build and maintain relationships with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and provide guidance throughout the hiring process
• Market Research: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, salary benchmarks, and recruitment best practices to ensure our hiring strategies are competitive and effective
• Compliance: Ensure all recruitment activities are in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company policies
• Special projects as assigned

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent work experience, required
• A minimum of three years is required
• At least two- four years handling all phases of the recruitment and hiring process in a fast-paced environment is highly preferred
• Proven experience recruiting for high-demand positions in a manufacturing workshop environment. (Example: Machinists)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with good negotiation tactics
• Ability to create and implement sourcing strategies for recruitment for a variety of roles within the industry
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitment
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn applicant-tracking software or other recruitment systems
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation.
• medical/dental/vision coverage
• paid vacation
• paid holiday time
• 401k with a company match
• training
• a tuition reimbursement program and more!

SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.