Talent Acquisition Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401k with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holiday time

Tuition reimbursement

Training opportunities

Job summary

SMS group is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruitment across functions in a manufacturing environment in Pittsburgh, PA. You will source, screen, interview, and extend offers while collaborating with hiring managers and marketing to build our employer brand.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in HR or related field, 3+ years in recruiting, experience with high-demand roles (e.g., machinists), and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent work experience, required
• Minimum of three years in recruitment, with two-to-four years handling all phases in a fast-paced environment preferred
• Experience recruiting for high-demand positions in manufacturing environments (e.g., Machinists)
• Excellent verbal and written communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to create sourcing strategies and work proactively with hiring managers

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment: postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offers
• Source candidates through diverse channels to build a strong candidate pool
• Collaborate with marketing to promote employer brand and culture
• Ensure positive candidate experience from first contact to onboarding
• Develop partnerships with hiring managers and advise on staffing needs
• Stay current on industry salary benchmarks and recruiting best practices
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and company policies

Skills

Full-Cycle Recruitment

Candidate Sourcing

Employer Branding

Candidate Experience

Partnership Development

Market Research

Compliance

ATS & Recruitment Systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Applicant-tracking software

MS Office Suite

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.

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