Talent Acquisition Specialist - Manufacturing

Job Description
As a Talent Acquisition (TA) Specialist supporting our Garland manufacturing plant, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the workforce for one of our most critical and complex production sites.
Reporting to the Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition for Manufacturing Operations, you will manage hourly recruitment across all departments, driving strategies to attract and secure top-quality, diverse talent. Your mission is to create an exceptional hiring experience for candidates, hiring managers, and HR partners, while ensuring our processes reflect the highest standards of inclusion, efficiency, and impact.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities / What's on the Menu

• Lead Blue-Collar Recruitment: Lead recruitment for hourly positions, from job posting to candidate screening, interviews, offers. Ensure speed, quality, and an outstanding experience throughout the process.
• Strategic Partnerships: Collaborate with HR, Ops Hiring Managers and Manufacturing Operations leaders, to align recruiting efforts with strategic goals.
• Candidate Sourcing: Use a variety of channels to attract top-tier talent, including job boards, social media, professional networks, agency partnerships, direct outreach, and community engagement.
• Stakeholder Management: Deliver exceptional service to hiring managers, candidates, and HR partners, fostering trust and collaboration.
• Pipeline Development: Build and maintain diverse talent pools to support immediate and future hiring demands.
• Employer Branding: Work with the Employer Brand Team to design and execute tailored recruitment marketing campaigns, especially for high-volume and seasonal hiring needs.
• Process Excellence: Ensure a seamless and inclusive recruitment process by guiding candidates through each pre-onboarding stage and maintaining best practices.
• Compliance and Best Practices: Stay updated on employment laws and regulations, ensuring all recruitment practices are compliant and aligned with Kraft Heinz standards.

Qualifications / Recipe for Success

• Ownership Mindset: You thrive in a culture of accountability, growth, and impact, taking pride in delivering results.
• Experience: Proven track record as a Talent Acquisition professional (or in a highly related role) in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, preferably within manufacturing or operations.
• Expertise: Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices, employment laws, and high-volume hiring strategies.
• Innovation: Demonstrated ability to implement creative sourcing techniques and engagement tactics to attract top talent.
• Results-Oriented: Passion for delivering measurable results, including hiring efficiency, candidate quality, and a positive recruitment journey.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities, with a focus on stakeholder management and candidate experience.
• Organizational Skills: Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Problem Solving: Analytical and creative thinking to identify challenges and develop effective solutions.

Physical demands include but not limited to

• I am able to perform sedentary work: occasionally exerting 0-10 lbs. of force, limited movement from my workstation for brief periods of time

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$77,800.00 - $97,300.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)
Garland Plant
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [email protected] .