Over 90 years of quality products and superior service.

Job Description:

SUMMARY
We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Human Resources department and oversee our full-cycle recruiting, bearing primary responsibility for the recruiting/hiring process for the full panoply of positions across SGI’s manufacturing plants, as well as certain other corporate positions. This individual is able to explain business processes and knowledge in an approachable format, and also understand the in-depth technical requirements associated with our manufacturing and mining operations in order to fill critical positions. This is achieved through continuous learning, the development of employing sourcing strategies, and resources as well as developing new, creative HR solutions.
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
● Coordinate, support, and/or initiate recruitment activities, including but not limited to job postings, candidate assessments, interview coordination and on-site interview support, conduct interviews (including on-site interviews), offer letters, and pre-employment screening.
● Coordinate, support and/or complete pre-employment onboarding activities with new hires, including on-site in our manufacturing operations.
● Full-life cycle hiring/onboarding responsibilities for Corporate roles.
● Coordinate, implement, and/or conduct College recruiting initiatives for Interns and Co-ops
● Passive recruitment – source, evaluate, and qualify top talent utilizing the Applicant Tracking System, Internet Databases, and Social Media Platforms.
● Pipeline Development – Build strategic relationships with local professional groups andorganizations, agencies, etc.
● Regular travel to manufacturing plants and mining operations to understand operational needs and roles in question, as well as to provide on-site interview support/conduct candidate interviews on-site as appropriate
● Regular travel to career fairs and other recruiting opportunities
● Facilitate the creation of new positions and development of interview guides
● Qualify candidates based on job requirements, and apply behavioral-based interviewing techniques to assess knowledge and cultural fit
● Work with hiring managers to identify the interview team as well as the behavioral-based competencies and interview questions that will be used for the interview process
● Maintain the integrity of the behavioral-based interviewing process; including training interviewers in the process
● Continuously analyze current recruitment metrics and propose improvements on an as-needed basis
● Maintain a cost-effective approach to the recruitment and hiring process
● Develop and maintain job descriptions
● Participate in special projects as needed
● Any other duties as assigned
 

Level Based Competencies
● Communication
● Managing Relationships
● Building Networks
● Business Acumen
● Planning and Organizing
● Continuous Improvement
● Continuous Learning
● Adaptability
● Positive Approach
 

Technical knowledge/skills
● Advanced proficiency in ATS systems (Workday)
● Advanced knowledge of standard HR concepts, practices, and procedures
● Experience building and utilizing a variety of sourcing plans and tools
● Google Suite
 

General knowledge/skills
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
● Analytical and problem-solving skills
● Exceptional customer/client management skills with the desire to meet the need of each client
● Strong organizational skills including prioritization, time management, and follow-up
● Ability to multitask, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities
● Thrive in high volume, high energy, exciting environment
 

Leadership/Supervision
● Ability to accomplish goals through a team
● There are no direct supervision responsibilities in this role
 

Education/Experience
● Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field, required
● 4+ years of recruiting experience, in a Manufacturing or Industrial setting, preferred
● HR Certification, preferred

Dimensions
No. of direct reports: 0
No. of indirect reports: 0
Budget Responsibility: No
Travel Requirements: 25% Travel to mining/plant environment is required
Working Conditions: Office, travel, and outdoors/indoors within a manufacturing plant and mine environment
Physical Requirements: Prolonged sitting/standing, lifting objects (up to 40 lbs), extended/irregular hours, bending, climbing, kneeling, stooping

At Specialty Granules LLC , we believe our employees are our greatest resource.  We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions. 

Specialty Granules LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit).

If you are currently an SGI employee, please do not apply here. Please click on the Careers bubble in Workday, which can be accessed via the HR Portal.