Talent Acquisition Specialist, Operations and Manufacturing

Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire (USA), Hitchiner Manufacturing Co., Inc. is the premier supplier of complete-to-print, high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully-finished casting-based subassemblies and components to industry. The company leads the industry in volume production, reduced lead-times and just-in-time manufacturing. Hitchiner produces castings in hundreds of different alloys for a broad spectrum of global markets and customers that include the leaders in the automotive, aerospace, and other industries.

We offer an enriching environment where learning and growing become part of your career. Hitchiner is dedicated to fostering the professional growth and development of our employees. We offer upward mobility and internal promotions.

Benefits:

Hitchiner offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Onsite state of the art Gym/Fitness Center, open 24/7 for all employees
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic and Accidental Life Insurance (company paid)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
• 401K (pre-tax and ROTH) with Excellent Company Match and Immediate Vesting
• Company Profit Sharing Plan
• 3 weeks’ Vacation to start; 4 weeks’ Vacation at 5 Years; 5 weeks’ Vacation at 10 years seniority
• We set you up for success with our “Center for Excellence” onsite training center for new hires and existing employees to improve new learning and continuous growth
• Training and Educational Assistance Programs

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for efficiently executing high-volume hiring for hourly and skilled manufacturing roles by managing the hourly recruiting process, building candidate pipelines, and supporting hiring events and community-based talent partnerships. 

Prime Responsibilities and Major Factors in Evaluating Performance:

1.         Execute full cycle recruiting for hourly and skilled manufacturing roles, delivering high-quality hires through structured and efficient processes.

2.         Partner with hiring managers and HRBPs to support ongoing hiring needs for standardized roles.

3.         Build and maintain candidate pipelines for frequently hired roles.

4.         Source, screen, and present qualified candidates using established recruiting channels and processes.

5.         Coordinate interviews, candidate communication, and offer logistics to ensure an efficient hiring process.

6.         Plan and execute onsite and offsite hiring events for hourly and skilled manufacturing roles, including career fairs, open houses, and community outreach events.

7.         Coordinate outreach and partnerships with trade schools, community colleges, and local workforce programs to support skilled talent pipelines.

8.         Ensure compliant, equitable hiring practices and identify opportunities to improve hiring quality, efficiency, and process effectiveness.

9.         Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

•           3 years of high-volume recruiting experience, preferably in manufacturing, operations, or similar environments.

•           Experience recruiting for hourly, production, or skilled trades roles strongly preferred.

•           Experience building candidate pipelines through community outreach, trade schools, or local partnerships strongly preferred.

•           Ability to manage multiple open roles and priorities in a fast-paced, repeatable hiring environment.

•           Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, self-starter attitude with a drive to be successful.

What does success look like in this role:

•           Representation: Provides a positive first impression and represents the company well to candidates at all stages of the hiring process.

•           Quality of hire: Supports hiring managers in making well-informed hiring decisions through strong screening, clear candidate insights, and alignment to role requirements.

•           Candidate experience: Delivers a clear, efficient, and positive candidate experience, with timely communication and smooth coordination throughout the hiring process.

•           Pipeline strength: Builds and maintains steady, job-ready candidate pipelines for frequently hired roles through sourcing, hiring events, and partnerships within the community.