Talent Acquisition Manager

About the position

New Way Trucks is a family-owned company spanning three generations. We combine family values with cutting-edge technology to deliver excellence in heavy manufacturing. We are a company with small-town values and a Global impact. New Way is the largest private refuse equipment manufacturer in North America with equipment operating in all 50 states, as well as Canada, Latin America, Asia, and beyond. McLaughlin Family Companies is seeking a strategic and hands-on Talent Acquisition Manager to lead and optimize our recruitment function across multiple locations in Iowa and Mississippi. This role will oversee full-cycle recruitment for all levels of the organization, with a focus on salaried, technical, and leadership positions, while ensuring alignment with our company culture and long-term growth objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic talent acquisition plans to support business growth across manufacturing, automotive, and administrative operations.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment efforts for exempt and non-exempt roles, including senior-level positions and hard-to-fill technical roles.
• Manage job postings, sourcing strategies, candidate pipelines, and interview processes for all departments and locations.
• Partner with hiring managers to assess workforce needs, create compelling job descriptions, and define selection criteria.
• Lead employer branding efforts through community engagement, social media, college partnerships, and career events.
• Create and monitor internship programs.
• Manage the offer process including market fluctuations.
• Collaborate with HR leadership on compensation strategy, internal equity, and offer recommendations.
• Establish and report on recruitment KPIs such as time-to-fill, source of hire, and candidate quality.
• Oversee the applicant tracking system (ATS) and ensure compliance with EEO, OFCCP, and company standards.
• Mentor HR coordinators and hiring managers in interviewing best practices and consistent candidate evaluation.
• Collaborate with the HR team on onboarding, internal mobility, succession planning, and retention efforts.
• Stay current with labor market trends in Iowa and Mississippi and proactively address recruitment challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive recruiting experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
• Demonstrated success recruiting technical, engineering, or manufacturing roles is preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws (especially IA & MS).
• Experience with applicant tracking systems and recruitment marketing platforms.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
• High level of initiative and a track record of working independently in a multi-location environment.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or AIRS certification.
• Experience working in heavy manufacturing or automotive industries.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefits
• Opportunity for professional growth