What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Workforce Development and Talent Acquisition Manager position at Provision People?
Relocation assistance is provided to the qualified candidate! Summary:Our award-winning client is seeking a Senior Workforce Development and Talent Acquisition Manager to join their team.The ideal candidate will take complete ownership of manufacturing workforce stability by leading full-cycle hourly and skilled-trade recruiting, implementing programs to reduce early turnover, and developing strategic, enduring talent pipelines via community and education partnerships.Responsibilities:Talent Acquisition & Staffing:Manage full-cycle recruiting for high-volume production, maintenance, and skilled-trade positions.Develop, implement, and optimize diverse sourcing strategies, including job fairs, digital campaigns, and employee referral programs.Track and analyze key hiring metrics (time-to-fill, applicant flow, cost-per-hire) and present actionable insights to leadership.?? Onboarding, Retention, & Engagement:Lead and continuously improve onboarding programs specifically designed to enhance new hire engagement and dramatically reduce turnover within the first 90 days.Partner proactively with supervisors to ensure effective support and successful integration of all new hires.Conduct thorough exit interviews and retention analyses to identify systemic issues and recommend targeted solutions.?? Workforce Strategy & Pipeline Development:Forecast future workforce needs and align staffing and training strategies to meet operational demand.Build and maintain strategic partnerships with local schools, technical colleges, apprenticeship programs, and workforce agencies to create sustainable talent pipelines.Conduct skill gap analyses and implement targeted training solutions for job readiness and internal career advancement.?? Community & Employer Branding:Act as a visible company representative at recruiting events, industry forums, and community workforce development meetings.Strategically promote the company culture and highlight career growth opportunities to enhance the employer brand.?? Data & Metrics:Maintain comprehensive dashboards that track the effectiveness of all recruiting, onboarding, and retention initiatives (using ATS, HRIS, and LMS data).Present clear, data-driven workforce insights and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree required (Master's degree preferred).10 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, or Workforce Development, with demonstrated success in a manufacturing or industrial environment.Proven success in developing and managing hourly and skilled-trade recruiting and retention programs.Experience with workforce planning, data analysis, and using HR systems (ATS, HRIS, LMS) to drive decisions.Core Competencies:Exceptional Recruiting Execution and full-cycle talent management.Expertise in Workforce Planning and forecasting.Strong focus on Onboarding & Retention strategies.Highly effective Communication and Community Engagement skills.Commitment to Data-Driven Decision-Making.Work Environment:Work is split between the office and the manufacturing floor.Requires regular plant interaction; must strictly adhere to all PPE and safety protocols.Occasional travel required for recruiting and training events.
Salary : $20 - $24