Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist - Manufacturing

Placements24; East London; Remote; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary

Industrial networks access

Modern recruitment tech

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist focused on the manufacturing sector to serve clients nationwide, including the Eastern Cape region. This role requires sourcing, interviewing, and hiring engineers, production managers, technicians, and quality control specialists in a fully remote setting.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in talent acquisition, experience recruiting for technical roles in manufacturing, and strong self-management skills in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment consultancy, with manufacturing sector focus.
• Experience recruiting for technical and operational roles within manufacturing.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment with strong self-management.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and online sourcing tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for manufacturing roles, including engineers, production managers, technicians, and quality control specialists.
• Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.
• Conduct comprehensive interviews and assessments to evaluate technical skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Partner with manufacturing clients to understand operational needs and talent challenges.
• Build and nurture a strong pipeline of manufacturing talent through networking and database management.
• Ensure a positive and efficient candidate experience throughout the hiring process.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Self-management

Tools

ATS

Sourcing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading remote-first recruitment consultancy, is looking for a specialized Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist focused on the Manufacturing sector. This role serves clients across various manufacturing domains, with a particular emphasis on supporting businesses in the Eastern Cape, including those in East London. You will be instrumental in identifying and attracting skilled professionals for roles ranging from production management and engineering to supply chain and quality control. This is an excellent opportunity for a recruiter who thrives in a flexible, autonomous environment, utilizing digital tools to connect talent with manufacturing opportunities nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for manufacturing roles, including engineers, production managers, technicians, and quality control specialists.
• Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.
• Conduct comprehensive interviews and assessments to evaluate technical skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Partner closely with manufacturing clients to understand their operational needs and talent acquisition challenges.
• Build and nurture a strong pipeline of manufacturing talent through networking and database management.
• Ensure a positive and efficient candidate experience throughout the hiring process.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment consultancy, with a specialization in the manufacturing sector.
• Proven ability to successfully recruit for technical and operational roles within manufacturing.
• Experience working effectively in a fully remote environment, demonstrating strong self-management.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and online sourcing tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with key players in the manufacturing industry across South Africa.
• Access to modern recruitment technology and extensive industry networks.
• A collaborative virtual team culture that fosters professional growth and mutual support.