Talent Acquisition Specialist
Bakelite Synthetics is charting the course as the next-generation chemical company. With our global presence and rich history dating back to 1907, we are deeply rooted in the boundless possibilities of science and curiosity.
Today, from trains and planes to everyday household items, our products are almost always within a few feet. We are continuously innovating thousands of products around the world while committing to sustainability and environmental protection. We are looking for talented and passionate people to help us create that future and the products that will continue to change the world. If you are someone who is curious, creative, and driven to make a difference, then you should consider joining our team.
As a valued member of the Bakelite team, you will:
- Work on cutting-edge projects that are making a real impact on the world
- Collaborate with a team of talented and passionate people
- Learn and grow in a fast-paced and challenging environment
- Put your unique fingerprint on our growing organization
- Make a difference in the world by helping create sustainable products
If you are ready to join a company that is changing the world, then we encourage you to apply today. We can’t wait to see what you can do!
The Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a pivotal role on the HR team. This role will be responsible for supporting talent acquisition by scheduling interviews, coordinating communication with candidates, and ensuring smooth and efficient hiring and onboarding processes. Additionally, this role will assist in posting job advertisements, conducting initial candidate screenings, initiating and tracking background and reference checks and facilitating improvements in talent acquisition and onboarding processes. This role requires excellent organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks to help the company attract and hire top talent.
Role Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and schedule interviews for candidates based on the organization’s openings.
- Provide excellent candidate experience by being communicative and providing transparent feedback in a timely manner.
- Manage and maintain the accuracy of the applicant tracking system (ATS).
- Work with hiring managers on creating and publishing job postings as well as outlining interview processes with relevant and compliant interview questions.
- Track recruitment metrics and share relevant findings with the greater HR team
- Coordinate and track pre-employment background and reference checks for candidates
- Assist with onboarding new associates while maintaining the onboarding tracker
- Support Diversity and Inclusion initiatives in the hiring process and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Handle ad-hoc recruiting and other HR projects and tasks as assigned
- Maintain confidentiality and data security
Must Have Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience
- Previous experience working within a recruiting on HR team (manufacturing experience preferred)
- Basic knowledge of employment law, especially as it impacts related talent acquisition and onboarding processes
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with candidates, managers, and team members
- Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and schedules efficiently
- Attention to detail, particularly when working with sensitive information
- Time management skills and ability to prioritize competing tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrate professionalism and ability to uphold strict confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
- Adaptability and ability to work in a dynamic environment with fluid processes
Nice to Have Qualifications:
- Candidate sourcing skills (LinkedIn Recruiter preferred)
- Experience working with and ATS (Dayforce preferred)
- Experience working with DE&I initiatives
- Experience with interview training
We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.
In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years or age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. This company participates in E-Verify. For additional details, click HERE.
If currently an employee of the Company, you must have satisfactory work performance. Disclaimer: We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to an employee about this position. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee of the Company via email, the Internet or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of the Company; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by the Company as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means.
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