Talent Acquisition Specialist

Muza Sheet Metal Co., Llc.

Full-time - Mid Level

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

Muza Sheet Metal Co. is seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition (TA) Specialist to join our growing team. This role is pivotal in managing the full cycle recruitment process for new talent across various departments, including Operations, Project Management, and Estimating. The TA Specialist will be responsible for sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews for all hourly field positions, as well as supporting the recruitment process for office and salaried roles. This position will also lead the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the company. In addition to recruitment, the TA Specialist will plan and execute both onsite and offsite job fairs, actively engage with high schools, community events, and technical schools to attract potential candidates. The role involves maintaining the applicant tracking system, which includes creating requisitions, posting positions, and managing candidate activity. The TA Specialist will also track and report on talent acquisition metrics to assess the effectiveness of recruitment strategies. Collaboration is key in this role, as the TA Specialist will partner with shop managers and local Business Agents to fill union employment roles. Communication with managers to determine staffing needs, retention initiatives, and interviewing best practices is essential. The position also requires ensuring that all new hire paperwork is completed, managing the termination process, overseeing the drug testing program, and assisting with payroll and timecards as needed. The TA Specialist will also support the administration of Leave of Absence and Worker's Compensation claims, and perform other duties as assigned to meet company needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full cycle talent acquisition process for all hourly field positions, including screening, coordinating interviews, creating offer letters, etc.
• Support the talent acquisition process for office and salaried positions.
• Lead the onboarding process for new hires.
• Plan and execute onsite & offsite job fairs as well as visit high schools, community events, and technical schools.
• Support and maintain employment branding initiatives through various social media channels.
• Maintain applicant tracking system, which includes requisition creation, posting positions and managing candidate activity.
• Maintain TA tracking metrics and reporting.
• Partner with shop manager & local Business Agents to fill union employment roles.
• Communicate with managers to determine staffing needs, retention initiatives, and interviewing best practices.
• Ensure all required new hire paperwork (application, background checks, I-9, etc.) is completed for new hires.
• Generate key cards for new employees.
• Manage the termination process which includes: exit process and addressing any confidentiality concerns.
• Fill out forms required by the Sheet Metal Workers Union when employees are hired or terminated.
• Oversee drug testing program including pre-employment & random testing.
• Assist employees and supervisors through challenging situations, including safety prevention and harassment training.
• Assist with payroll and timecards for employees as needed.
• Assist with investigations, discipline, and coaching/counseling as needed.
• Assist with greeting guests, answering phones, and general duties for Madison office.
• Support the administration of Leave of Absence and Worker's Compensation claims.
• Perform other duties as assigned in order to keep up with company needs.

Requirements

• Prior experience in recruiting and retention, utilizing various sourcing methods including job boards, social media platforms, etc.
• Possess physical and mental aptitudes and capabilities that will enable them to do the essential functions of the job.
• Possess ability to learn, problem-solve, independently assess situations, and respond appropriately and safely to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate, understand, give or follow written, verbal, or demonstrated instructions, write information, and request assistance.
• Ability to communicate well with all types of people - external and internal consumers of services.
• Exceptional project management skills including the ability to create action plans and achieve the timeline.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously.
• Associate's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent related work experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in Construction or Manufacturing industry preferred.
• General knowledge in employment law, benefits, compensation, organizational development, employee relations, safety, training, and recruitment preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.