Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process for exempt and non-exempt positions across the organization. This role partners closely with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to attract, identify, and hire qualified talent while delivering a positive candidate experience. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will lead recruitment efforts from requisition approval through onboarding and play a key role in supporting workforce planning initiatives, particularly within a manufacturing environment. This position is a hybrid role with primarily located in Cranberry Township, PA and will report to the Director of Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the approval process for new position requisitions and post openings in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and external job boards.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand position requirements, qualifications, skills, and interview processes.
• Source and attract qualified candidates utilizing recruiting platforms, job boards, social media, networking, referrals, and other sourcing methods.
• Conduct initial phone screenings to evaluate candidate qualifications, experience, and fit for open positions.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates, hiring managers, and interview teams.
• Maintain regular communication with hiring managers regarding candidate pipelines, recruiting progress, interview feedback, and hiring recommendations.
• Develop and extend employment offers in accordance with company policies and compensation guidelines.
• Initiate background screenings and pre-employment onboarding activities following offer acceptance.
• Communicate regularly with candidates to ensure timely completion of onboarding requirements and maintain engagement throughout the hiring process.
• Coordinate with hiring managers and HR Business Partners regarding onboarding progress, orientation schedules, and new first-day hire logistics.
• Maintain accurate candidate and recruiting records within the applicant tracking system and HRIS.
• Support employment branding, recruiting events, career fairs, and other talent acquisition initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies throughout the recruitment process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.