Talent Acquisition Specialist

Arkansas Northeastern College; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401k with company match

Training

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SMS group Inc. is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our HR team in Pittsburgh, PA. The role covers the full recruitment lifecycle, from job postings and sourcing to interviewing and onboarding, with a focus on manufacturing roles.

The ideal candidate will drive sourcing strategies, collaborate with hiring managers, and promote our employer brand to attract top talent. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related fields (or equivalent experience) and 3+ years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years of recruiting experience in a fast-paced environment
• Experience recruiting for high-demand manufacturing roles preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment including postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offers
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, events, and referrals
• Collaborate with marketing to promote employer brand and culture
• Ensure a positive candidate experience from initial contact to onboarding
• Build and maintain relationships with hiring managers to understand staffing needs
• Stay updated on salary benchmarks and recruitment best practices
• Ensure recruitment activities comply with relevant laws and company policies
• Handle special projects as assigned

Skills

Full-cycle recruitment

Sourcing strategies

Employer branding

Candidate experience

Partnership with hiring managers

Market research

Compliance awareness

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

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Talent Acquisition Specialist

Full Time 6 Pittsburgh, PA, US

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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