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David Careers

Talent Acquisition Specialist

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nexformAkron (OH)
Human Resources SpecialistsEmployment Placement Agencies

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Senior

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About the role

Talent Acquisition Specialist NexForm is hiring a results-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead salaried and corporate recruiting across our U.S. operations. You will own the full recruiting cycle for salaried positions at our three U.S. manufacturing facilities and for corporate roles, partnering with hiring managers to attract, assess, and hire the talent that drives our growth. Reporting to the Director of HR, you will partner closely with plant leadership, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, and the broader HR team to build strong candidate pipelines and deliver a consistent, high-quality hiring process. This is a remote position based in Michigan, with occasional travel to our different locations.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Own full-cycle recruiting for salaried positions at our Battle Creek, Old Fort, and Warrensburg facilities, as well as corporate roles.
  • Partner with hiring managers and senior leadership to define role requirements, build sourcing strategies, and set realistic hiring timelines.
  • Proactively source passive candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, professional networks, and direct outreach
  • Recruit across functions, including engineering, quality, operations leadership, maintenance, supply chain, finance, and HR.Write and post job descriptions, and manage postings across job boards and the company careers page.
  • Conduct phone screens using standardized templates and scorecards, and present qualified shortlists to hiring managers.
  • Coordinate interviews, gather interviewer feedback, and lead debriefs to support timely hiring decisions.
  • Support offer development, extend offers, and negotiate with candidates in partnership with the Director of HR.Manage the applicant tracking system and keep candidate records, pipeline data, and compliance documentation accurate.
  • Track and report recruiting metrics, including time-to-fill, source effectiveness, pipeline health, and offer acceptance.
  • Manage relationships with staffing agencies and search firms when outside support is needed.
  • Build talent pipelines for hard-to-fill and recurring roles through university, technical school, and community partnerships.
  • Own and continuously improve the salaried recruiting process, including intake, screening standards, and hiring manager training.
  • Deliver a positive, professional candidate experience that strengthens the NexForm employer brand.
Preferred Recruiting Experience:
  • Engineering and technical roles in automotive or industrial manufacturing
  • Plant and operations leadership roles in multi-site environments
  • Corporate and professional roles, including finance, supply chain, and HRQualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a comparable field, or equivalent recruiting experience.
  • At least 5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a focus on salaried or professional roles.
  • Proven success sourcing passive candidates and filling technical or leadership positions.
  • Proven ability to work independently in a remote role while managing a high volume of open requisitions.
  • Experience partnering directly with hiring managers and senior leaders to drive hiring decisions.
  • Hands-on experience with an applicant tracking system, LinkedIn Recruiter, and Microsoft Office, including Excel.
  • Working knowledge of employment law and compliance as it applies to recruiting and hiring.
  • Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to manage multiple open roles at once.
Preferred: Recruiting experience in automotive or industrial manufacturing. Experience recruiting for multiple facilities across different states. Familiarity with behavioral and cognitive assessments, such as Predictive Index. Experience with HRIS platforms and recruiting metrics reporting. SHRM-CP, PHR, AIRS, or a comparable professional credential.
Who we are: NexForm, headquartered in Battle Creek, Michigan, is a vertically integrated manufacturer of engineered fiber solutions for automotive thermal and noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) applications. We design and produce lightweight, durable components for leading OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, with operations in the U.S. and Mexico. Backed by Crest Rock, NexForm is focused on growth through innovation, expanded capabilities, and operational excellence. NexForm offers competitive compensation and benefits package (including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, Rx, life insurance, disability coverage, 401K and company match, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement eligibility, etc.) NexForm is an Equal Opportunity Employer At NexForm, we take pride in our diverse team. Our organization is made up of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, races, beliefs, and experiences, all united by a shared goal of making a positive impact. We’ve seen firsthand the strength that equity brings and believe everyone should have equal opportunities to grow, succeed, and live with purpose. Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters Please note that, in accordance with NexForm policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any agency, individual, or entity that submits a resume without prior authorization does so with the understanding that NexForm reserves the right to hire the candidate at its discretion without any obligation to pay a fee.

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