Talent Manager

Industrial-Pallet-Corporation; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Training and development

Job summary

Industrial Pallet Corp. (IPC) is seeking a Talent Manager to drive the recruitment efforts and strengthen our culture. You will ensure a seamless candidate experience from initial contact to onboarding, while building pipelines and partnering with managers.

With a focus on IPC's core values, you will model and protect our cultural traits during the hiring process. This role combines strategic talent acquisition with community engagement, ensuring IPC remains the Team of Choice.

Qualifications

• Strong communicator who can handle tough conversations.
• Ability to create pipelines proactively for talent acquisition.
• Commitment to IPC's core values in recruiting.

Responsibilities

• Own the candidate experience from first contact through onboarding.
• Develop and execute talent acquisition strategy aligned with IPC's workforce needs.
• Build relationships with schools and community partners.

Skills

Grit & Determination

Builder's Mindset

Resilient Communicator

Culture Carrier

Community-Minded

Job description

At IPC, we don't just manufacture pallets - we build teams, relationships, and partnerships that last. Our mission is simple: to be the* TEAM of CHOICE* for our PEOPLE and PARTNER of CHOICE for our* CUSTOMERS*. We are driven by operational excellence, safety, and the belief that strong leadership and strong culture go hand-in-hand.

What You'll Do

Industrial Pallet Corp. (IPC) is looking for a Talent Manager to help us find the right people, put them in the right seats, and strengthen the culture that makes IPC the Team of Choice. You'll own the candidate experience from first contact through onboarding — building pipelines, partnering with hiring managers, and representing IPC in the community. This is a role for someone who believes recruiting is more than filling openings — it's about protecting culture and building a team that wins together.

What We're Looking For

Champion Our Culture

• Model and protect IPC's core values throughout the hiring process
• Help identify the Ideal Team Player traits (Hungry, Humble, Smart) in every candidate
• Partner with leaders to define clear expectations and success metrics for each role

Build the Pipeline

• Develop and execute a talent acquisition strategy aligned with IPC's workforce needs
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, schools, and community partnerships
• Write compelling job descriptions and recruiting materials
• Track metrics like time-to-fill, source effectiveness, and retention
• Assist in developing and maintaining a competitive compensation strategy

Communicate Every Step

• Keep hiring managers and candidates informed and aligned throughout the process
• Set clear expectations on timelines, interviews, and decisions
• Deliver honest feedback and navigate tough conversations professionally

Growing Our Reputation

• Build relationships with schools, workforce organizations, and community partners
• Representing IPC at job fairs, career events, and community gatherings
• Use social media to showcase IPC's culture and open opportunities

What you bring

• Grit & Determination — you keep showing up, adjust your approach, and don't quit when the search gets hard
• Builder's Mindset — you create pipelines rather than waiting for applicants to come to you
• Resilient Communicator — you can deliver hard news and stay calm under pressure
• Culture Carrier — you live IPC's values in every interaction
• Community-Minded — you know relationships outside the company are key to finding great people
• We're an in-office team by choice — we've built a space we love, and we believe being together brings out our best work and strongest culture.

Why Join Us

• Stable, growing company with long-term opportunity
• Training and development to help you succeed
• A team culture focused on Attitude, Respect and Effort

Full benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Disability and AD&D coverage
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Our Values

We believe great teams are built on:

• Clear and honest communication
• Respect for people at every level
• Doing the right thing, even when it’s hard
• Working together toward a shared purpose

Ready to Join a Great TEAM?

If you’re looking for steady work, a supportive team, and the opportunity to grow with a company that values its people, we’d love to talk with you.