Talent Acquisition Specialist

Packer Fastener is a fast-growing, team-focused company that embraces growth, develops leaders, and offers outstanding career advancement opportunities. More than just a workplace, we’re a business family with a fun, energetic atmosphere, and we’re proud of our Swagger. 

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist! The Talent Acquisition Specialist leads full-cycle hiring across the organization, partnering with hiring managers to build effective recruiting strategies and deliver an exceptional candidate experience. This role maintains proactive talent pipelines, manages external recruiting partnerships, and supports employer branding and recruitment marketing. The Talent Acquisition Specialist also oversees the Manager in Training (MIT) program and contributes to onboarding and HR initiatives. Using data-driven insights, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will continually refine processes to attract and develop top talent in alignment with business goals.

What You’ll Do

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for all roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and extending offers.
• Partner with hiring managers to assess staffing needs and design tailored recruiting strategies that align with business goals.
• Evaluate and deploy recruitment tools and channels (agency partnerships, job boards, proactive sourcing, targeted advertising, etc.) to support role-specific hiring needs.
• Develop and maintain proactive talent pipelines for high-growth and hard-to-fill roles.
• Oversee job postings, candidate communications, and ATS workflows to ensure accuracy and a seamless candidate experience.
• Conduct market research to assess talent availability and identify opportunities in new or evolving markets.
• Manage relationships with external recruitment agencies, vendors, and third-party partners to maximize effectiveness and value.
• Build relationships with community partners such as local chambers, CESA partnerships, technical colleges, and other networks to strengthen outreach and talent pipelines.
• Negotiate and manage recruitment contracts with platforms (e.g., Indeed, LinkedIn) to optimize spend and performance.
• Oversee background check process to ensure compliance and timely results.
• Support employer branding and recruitment marketing efforts, including promoting the company’s Swagger and culture.
• Lead the Manager in Training (MIT) program, including candidate selection, program coordination, and development planning.
• Manage the MIT program experience by conducting check-ins, coordinating key meetings, and serving as a consistent point of contact while participants route through departments.
• Track, analyze, and report on recruiting metrics to identify trends, measure success, and recommend process improvements.
• Collaborate with the HR Assistant on onboarding activities to ensure a smooth transition from candidate to team member and serve as backup for new hire orientation.
• Travel occasionally to recruitment events and new branch locations to support hiring and gather local market insights.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, which may include sharing responsibilities with or serving as backup to other HR team members.

As a Packer Fastener Team Member you will also have: 

• Competitive base pay with profit sharing bonus program
• Immediate PTO, Paid Holidays, and Volunteer Time Off
• Flexible Schedules
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (eligible the 1st of the month after start date)
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Company Laptop 
• Cell Phone Reimbursement 
• Continued Education – Educational Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (with free counseling sessions)
• Career Growth Potential
• Free Physical Therapy provided by Packfit Paramount Fitness partnership
• Employee Wellness Program (with gym membership reimbursement)
• Packer Fastener Apparel and Gifts

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition or recruiting, preferably in multi-site or growth-oriented organizations.                                                                
• Demonstrated success sourcing, attracting, and hiring high-quality, culture-aligned candidates, including for hard-to-fill or new-market roles.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization.
• Experience with relocation coordination and/or internal mobility programs is a plus.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and the ability to leverage recruiting metrics and analytics to drive decisions and improve processes.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% for recruiting events and branch visits.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Human Capital Management (HCM) systems preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Must be able to obtain coverage through the company’s auto insurance carrier according to the company Driver Safety Policy.