YKTA is seeking applicants for a Human Resources Specialist (Recruiting and Talent Acquisition) at at our facility in Huntsville, Alabama. YKTA is a joint venture of three successful automotive supplier companies- Y-tec, Keylex, and Toyotetsu. YKTA products provide structural safety for the vehicle and important functional parts that must operate as designed. YKTA is an on-site partner and tier one supplier for Mazda Toyota Manufacturing, USA.

YKTA provides a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our team members.

Summary Objective:

The HR Specialist (Recruiting and Talent Acquisition) performs human resources-related duties at the professional level in recruiting and talent acquisition. The Specialist will research, develop, and implement effective recruiting and staffing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified and capable talent for the organization. The Specialist may carry out responsibilities in some or all the following functional areas: employee relations, employee engagement, training, benefits administration, payroll, and EEOC compliance.

Essential Functions (but are not limited to):

• Ensures safety of self and others by following all Safety Policies/Procedures and wearing all required PPE.
• Partners with employees and management to communicate various human resource policies, procedures, laws, standards, and other government regulations.

• Reviews applications and interviews applicants to match experience with specific job-related requirements.
• Interviews, screens, and recruits job applicants to fill entry-level, professional, and technical job openings.

• Schedules interviews; oversees preparation of interview questions and other hiring and selection materials.
• Assists with the interview process, attending and conducting interviews with managers, directors, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborates with the hiring manager and/or other human resource staff during the offer process, identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates, and other pertinent details.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies.
• Facilitates or provides training (including new- hire orientation) to the workforce.

• Manage reports in Excel by creating spreadsheets and tracking data to demonstrate performance in the hiring process.
• Use full life cycle recruiting to deliver manning required on hiring plan to meet production needs.
• Executes internal job postings and internal interview process for transfers and promotions.
• Provide customer service to candidates through the employment recruiting cycle.
• Build community relations and brand awareness through participation in career fairs, school programs, social media, etc.
• Maintains and coordinates employee recognition programs.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Maintains company and employee communication channels keeping them current and up to date.
• May conducts exit interviews, analyzes data, and makes recommendations to the management team for corrective action and continuous improvement.
• Responds to and conducts investigations for employee relation issues such as employee complaints, harassment allegations and civil rights complaints when necessary.
• Works with EHS to implement and maintain safety compliance and best practices.
• Night shift coverage may be required occasionally. Flexible schedule is a must.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.

Other Duties:

Must be flexible to work in all areas and in your department regardless of duties listed above in order to accomplish YKTA Goals and objectives.

Required Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent work experience (4 years).
• Experience in recruiting skilled maintenance positions.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and recruit passive candidates.
• Strong understanding of US labor law and regulations.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and understands HIPAA law compliance.

• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and public speaking.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Experience in a team-based environment and able to work in an open office environment.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, issues, projects with successful delivery.
• Excellent judgment and decision making in complex situations.
• Able to create and modify documents in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to travel 10%, domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• PHR/SPHR or SHRM CP/SHRM SCP Certification.
• Professional Recruiter Certification.
• 3 years professional experience in HR in addition to a degree in HR.
• 2 years manufacturing experience.
• Ability to speak and interpret Japanese or Spanish a plus.

• Knowledge of American Sign Language a plus

• Work is conducted in an industrial office/ plant setting. This is not a remote job.
• Frequent movement throughout an industrial plant environment being exposed to high noise levels and equipment normally used in stamping / welding/ Ecoat environments.

• Able to lift up to 33lbs.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use.
• Extended periods of standing on the plant floor.
• Able to traverse the plant facility.

EEO Statement:

YKTA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, and/or other legally protected status.