Talent Acquisition Partner

Position Scope

The Talent Acquisition Partner leads the recruiting function for a worldclass 2000+ employee linerboard manufacturer. The role will develop a talent pipeline for critical roles across the organization. In addition, this role partners with business & HR leaders to develop and drive site-specific recruiting strategies.  

Essential Functions

• Build and execute proactive sourcing strategies that identify, engage, and attract passive talent primarily in the areas of plant operations, engineering, and IT
• Leverage advanced sourcing tools (i.e. LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, specialized networks, industry associations) to build talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles. 
• Conduct initial phone screens that assess technical baseline, cultural alignment, and motivation to successfully convert prospects into active candidates. 
• Partner directly with business-unit HR leaders to understand workforce needs, skill gaps, and local market constraints across different facilities. 
• Serve as a subject matter expert on labor market trends, compensation benchmarks, and sourcing channels relevant to the critical roles. 
• Maintain clear communication and recruitment metrics with HR partners to ensure seamless handoffs and alignment on open roles. 
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, as needed, for select assigned positions, from intake through offer presentation. 
• Ensure a high-touch, professional candidate experience that reflects the Company culture and brand. 
• Utilize Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms to manage candidate data, generate reports, and analyze staffing metrics. 
• Ensure that a company's hiring practices are inclusive and diverse and offer equal opportunities to all candidates
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience finding passive technical talent within manufacturing, heavy-industry, or process-driven environments. 
• Familiarity with engineering disciplines and industrial IT/OT environments. 
• Proficiency in managing job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and offer negotiations in an ATS. 
• Ability to act as an advisor to internal HR leaders and fast-paced hiring managers. 
• Strong cold-outreach and storytelling skills with ability to pitch the company’s value proposition. 
• Comfortable shifting between high-touch headhunting for specialized roles managing routine requisition workflows. 
• Ability to work closely with closely with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and provide strategic advice. 
• Ability and interest to stay updated on industry trends.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. 
• Possess an entrepreneurial and innovative spirit. 
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and travel occasionally. 

Who is New-Indy Containerboard?

• Founded in 2012, New-Indy Containerboard is a joint venture of two successful, privately held companies, the Kraft Group (Boston) and Schwarz Partners (Indianapolis).
• We are a manufacturer of and supplier of containerboard and packaging.
• With 2,100 employees from Southern California to the coasts of the Carolinas, New-Indy plays an integral role in the everyday lives of people across the country and around the world through its innovative packaging solutions to serve the needs of every customer.
• We operate in 8 U.S. states and in Mexico, with 4 paper mills and 6 packaging companies.
• We focus on environmentally conscious manufacturing processes and facilities including 100% recycled fiber, co-generation power plants and waste-water treatment capabilities.
• Visit our website at www.newindycontainerboard.com. Follow us on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/new-indy-containerboard-llc/mycompany/

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance