Talent Acquisition Specialist

M Force Partners; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

M Force Partners seeks an experienced Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Specialist to manage full-cycle recruiting and onboarding for production, technical, and professional roles. Build pipelines, coordinate with managers, and ensure new hires are properly entered into systems for a smooth start.

The role requires sourcing candidates directly, handling onboarding documentation, and maintaining confidential records while delivering an organized, compliant process.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recruiting and onboarding experience.
• Experience managing multiple openings simultaneously.
• Experience sourcing candidates via job boards, referrals, direct outreach, events.
• Experience conducting new-hire orientation and HRIS setup.
• Experience creating or improving SOPs, checklists, trackers, or other recruiting/onboarding processes.
• Knowledge of fair hiring practices and confidential handling of applicant data.
• Ability to build direct recruiting channels and manage staffing agency relationships.
• Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with ATS/HRIS tools and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to define requirements, priorities, and interview schedules.
• Create and maintain job postings; source candidates through Indeed, referrals, outreach, job fairs, schools, agencies.
• Screen applicants, coordinate interviews, communicate feedback and next steps.
• Build and maintain recruiting pipelines for production, technical, and professional roles.
• Report on vacancies, hiring progress, and source effectiveness.
• Coordinate offers, background and drug screenings where applicable, and eligibility requirements.
• Manage pre-start activities including HRIS setup and new-hire reporting.
• Enter and verify new-hire data in benefits/payroll systems.
• Conduct new-hire orientation and explain policies/benefits.
• Maintain confidential applicant/new-hire records.
• Develop onboarding SOPs/checklists and other repeatable processes.
• Provide backup HR support as needed.

Skills

Recruiting

Onboarding

Multi-position management

Candidate sourcing

New-hire orientation

HRIS setup

SOP creation

Fair hiring practices

Direct recruiting channels

Staffing agency relationships

Communication skills

ATS/HRIS tools

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business or related field

Associate's degree acceptable

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Specialist

Pay Range: $65,000–$75,000

Position Overview

M Force Partners is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Specialist to manage recruiting and new-hire onboarding for production, technical, and professional positions. This role will build candidate pipelines, coordinate hiring activities with managers, and ensure new employees are prepared for their first day and accurately entered into required systems.

The Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Specialist will manage full-cycle recruiting, candidate sourcing, pre-employment requirements, orientation, HRIS setup, and new-hire documentation while serving as the primary HR contact for candidates and new employees throughout the onboarding process.

The ideal Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Specialist has experience managing multiple openings simultaneously, sourcing candidates directly, and creating an organized and consistent onboarding experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to define position requirements, recruiting priorities, and interview schedules
• Create and maintain job postings and source candidates through Indeed, direct outreach, employee referrals, job fairs, schools, and staffing agencies
• Screen applicants, coordinate structured interviews, communicate with candidates and agencies, and track hiring feedback and next steps
• Build and maintain recruiting pipelines for production, technical, and professional positions
• Report on vacancies, hiring progress, recruiting source effectiveness, and upcoming staffing needs
• Coordinate approved offers, background screenings, drug screenings when applicable, and position-specific eligibility requirements
• Manage pre-start activities, including HR forms, HRIS setup, new-hire reporting, system access requests, and required employee-list updates
• Enter and verify new-hire information within applicable benefits enrollment systems and coordinate eligibility information with payroll and benefits
• Conduct new-hire orientation and explain company policies and available benefits
• Track required acknowledgments, training, and onboarding documentation
• Maintain complete and confidential applicant and new-hire records
• Follow up with managers and new employees throughout the initial onboarding period
• Create or improve recruiting and onboarding SOPs, checklists, trackers, and other repeatable processes
• Provide backup support for HR inquiries and other department needs as required

Required Qualifications

• At least 3 years of recruiting and onboarding experience
• Experience managing multiple open positions simultaneously
• Experience independently sourcing candidates through job boards, referrals, direct outreach, hiring events, or similar channels
• Experience conducting new-hire orientation and completing new-hire records and HRIS setup
• Experience creating or improving SOPs, checklists, trackers, or other recruiting and onboarding processes
• Working knowledge of fair hiring practices, documentation requirements, and confidential handling of applicant and employee information
• Ability to build direct recruiting channels and manage staffing agency relationships
• Strong organization, follow-through, candidate communication, and presentation skills
• Proficiency with applicant tracking or recruiting tools, HRIS platforms, and Microsoft Office
• High school diploma or equivalent
• U.S. Citizenship required due to applicable government contract requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• Experience recruiting for manufacturing, skilled trades, technical, or government contractor positions
• Experience supporting high-volume or manufacturing hiring
• ADP Workforce Now experience

Job presented by M Force Partners

M Force Partners is a specialized recruitment partner connecting top-tier talent with leading organizations. With a deep understanding of engineering/technical, medical, professional and executive disciplines and industry demands, we deliver tailored recruitment solutions, including direct hire and contract placements, to ensure the right fit for both candidates and clients.

Equal Opportunity Employer

M Force Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.