About the role
NOTE:
Due to the nature of this job this opportunity is intended for candidates residing in the region they will support. Candidates located outside the specified geographic areas are not eligible for consideration.
Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist (High Volume Manufacturing & Skilled Trades Recruitment)
Location: Remote
Strong preference for candidates residing within the regions they support:
• Chicago
• Missouri / Illinois / Wisconsin (MO/IL/WI) Region
• New York / Pennsylvania / North Carolina (NY/PA/NC) Region
• Tennessee / Florida / Georgia (TN/FL/GA) Region
Industry: Manufacturing
Duration: 12+ months (possible extension)
Schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Local Time Zone of Supported Sites)
Pay Rate: $45/hour on W2
Application deadline: Sept 8, 2026
Travel
Minimal travel required. Occasional travel may be needed for site visits, recruiting events, or other business needs.
Top 3 Required Skills
- Proactive Sourcing
• Must have experience sourcing beyond traditional job boards.
• Proven ability to build talent pipelines through creative sourcing strategies, networking,
community outreach, referrals, and grassroots recruiting efforts.
- Advanced Microsoft Office Skills
• Strong Microsoft Suite experience, especially:
o Excel (Intermediate to Advanced)
o Shared files/workbooks
o Data tracking and reporting
• Must be comfortable working collaboratively in shared environments.
- Recruiting Analytics & Data Analysis
• Experience analyzing recruiting metrics and trends.
• Ability to provide data-driven recommendations and recruitment insights.
• Strong reporting and workforce planning support experience.
Preferred Qualifications
• Bilingual Spanish (Highly Preferred)
• Union recruiting experience
• Manufacturing, Production, Skilled Trades, or Industrial recruiting background
• Staffing agency experience combined with corporate recruiting experience
Position Overview
We are seeking a progressive, high-energy Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruiting across multiple business segments, with a focus on:
• High-volume non-exempt hiring
• Skilled Trades recruitment
• Salary non-exempt positions
• Manufacturing and production environments
This role requires a strategic recruiter who can influence stakeholders, develop sourcing strategies, build talent pipelines, and deliver an exceptional candidate experience while supporting business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Recruiting
• Develop and execute recruiting strategies focused on:
o Speed
o Quality of hire
o Diversity
o Candidate experience
Talent Sourcing
• Build proactive candidate pipelines through innovative sourcing methods.
• Utilize grassroots recruiting initiatives and market intelligence.
Business Partnership
• Partner closely with:
o Hiring Managers
o HR Business Partners
o Business Leaders
• Provide customized recruiting solutions aligned with workforce plans.
Market Intelligence
• Serve as an external labor market expert.
• Advise stakeholders on:
o Talent trends
o Competitor recruiting practices
o Sourcing opportunities
Employer Branding
• Support initiatives that position client as an employer of choice.
• Participate in community outreach and employer branding campaigns.
Recruitment Process Management
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle:
o Intake meetings
o Candidate sourcing
o Screening
o Interview coordination
o Debrief sessions
o Offer process
Data & Analytics
• Analyze recruiting performance metrics.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Deliver reporting and actionable insights to leadership.
Compliance
• Ensure compliance with:
o Employment laws
o Corporate policies
o Recruitment procedures
Technology Optimization
• Leverage recruiting technologies and tools to improve efficiency and candidate engagement.
Leadership & Mentorship
• Mentor junior recruiters and team members.
• Share recruiting best practices and industry knowledge.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of corporate recruiting experience.
• Proven experience recruiting for:
o High-volume non-exempt roles
o Skilled Trades positions
o Manufacturing/Production environments
• Strong business acumen and strategic recruiting mindset.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in:
o Microsoft Excel
o Microsoft Word
o Microsoft PowerPoint
EEOC Compliance
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
DISCLAIMER
AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.
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