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Talent Acquisition Specialist

SMS group
Pittsburgh, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/5/2026
Come join our growing HR team! The Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a critical role in sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent across various functions within the organization. This role requires a creative and strategic thinker who can effectively manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from job posting and candidate sourcing to interviewing and onboarding.

Who We Are

At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located.

www.sms-group.us

The Right Candidate Will

Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage the entire recruitment process, including job postings, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, conducting interviews, and extending offersCandidate Sourcing: Utilize a variety of channels (job boards, social media, networking events, employee referrals) to source and attract a diverse pool of qualified candidatesEmployer Branding: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and promote our employer brand, ensuring that we attract candidates who align with our company culture and valuesCandidate Experience: Ensure a positive and seamless experience for all candidates, from initial contact through onboardingPartnership Development: Build and maintain relationships with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and provide guidance throughout the hiring processMarket Research: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, salary benchmarks, and recruitment best practices to ensure our hiring strategies are competitive and effectiveCompliance: Ensure all recruitment activities are in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company policiesSpecial projects as assigned

What You’ll Need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent work experience, requiredA minimum of three years is requiredAt least two- four years handling all phases of the recruitment and hiring process in a fast-paced environment is highly preferredProven experience recruiting for high-demand positions in a manufacturing workshop environment. (Example: Machinists)Excellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills with good negotiation tacticsAbility to create and implement sourcing strategies for recruitment for a variety of roles within the industryProactive and independent with the ability to take initiativeExcellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlinesFamiliarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitmentProficient with or the ability to quickly learn applicant-tracking software or other recruitment systemsProficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

What we offer: Competitive compensation. medical/dental/vision coverage, paid vacation, paid holiday time, 401k with a company match, training, a tuition reimbursement program and more!

SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.

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