Talent Acquisition Specialist
At a glance
Mid-level Recruiting & Talent Acquisition role at Zekelman. Chicago · full-time · $65,000–$85,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Run end-to-end hiring for hourly and salaried roles across U.S. and Canadian locations, with a focus on manufacturing and construction
- Work with hiring managers to clarify staffing needs, then source, assess and interview candidates through recruiting channels
- Arrange later-stage interviews with management and executives, and handle job ads, references, background checks and pre-hire steps
- Build recruiting plans, track time-to-fill and cost-to-fill, and share regular results while following hiring procedures
- Support outreach, onboarding, recruiting improvements and additional HR administration as needed
What you bring
- Three to five years in recruiting, ideally with manufacturing hiring experience
- You have recruited both hourly operations staff and professional-level candidates
- You have used applicant tracking systems and understand hiring methods, talent processes and employment law
- A bachelor's degree or an equivalent blend of education and work experience
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits a recruiter who can manage high-volume hourly hiring while also supporting salaried searches and building relationships with hiring leaders. It is hybrid in downtown Chicago and includes about ten percent travel.
From the employer
You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.
Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.
We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
Come build a career you believe in.
About The Role
Zekelman is seeking a driven, customer-focused Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will lead full-cycle recruiting efforts with a strong emphasis on high-volume hourly manufacturing and construction positions while also supporting professional and salaried hiring needs. This is a hybrid position in downtown Chicago and with travel requirements around 10%.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong relationships with hiring leaders, and is passionate about connecting great talent with meaningful career opportunities.
What You'll Do
Manage full-cycle recruitment for hourly and salaried positions across multiple locations throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Partner closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and deliver exceptional recruiting support.
Source, screen, interview, and evaluate candidates using a variety of recruiting channels.
Coordinate interview processes, including second and third-round interviews with management and executive leadership.
Ensure recruiting and selection processes are compliant with established talent acquisition policies and procedures.
Create and execute recruiting strategies to attract qualified talent for manufacturing and professional positions.
Draft, review, and manage job postings and recruitment advertising.
Conduct reference checks, background checks, and coordinate pre-employment activities.
Leverage social media and networking platforms to attract passive and active candidates.
Support diversity, military, and community outreach recruiting initiatives through job fairs and networking events.
Coach HR and operational leaders on recruiting best practices, hiring trends, and selection tools.
Track recruiting metrics, including time-to-fill and cost-to-fill, and provide regular reporting.
Partner with local HR teams to support onboarding and new hire integration.
Identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes and hiring outcomes.
Assist with various HR administration and generalist responsibilities as needed.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3-5 years of recruiting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
Experience recruiting both hourly operations talent and professional-level positions.
Experience utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
Strong knowledge of recruitment strategies, talent acquisition processes, and employment laws.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience recruiting for multiple geographic locations.
Background in a high-volume staffing agency environment.
Knowledge of Canadian recruiting practices and employment markets.
Proven success managing high-volume requisition loads and delivering measurable recruiting results.
What You’ll Get
Competitive compensation.
Bonus plan and profit-sharing opportunities.
401(k) plan with a generous company match.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with low-cost, high-quality options.
Tuition assistance program.
Paid vacation and holidays.
Employee loyalty awards and recognition programs.
Comp Range: $65K - $85K
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.
M/F/D/V
We are Zekelman Industries.
We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.