Smithfield Foods
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A great job—and a great future awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now!
The Value You’ll Bring
The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.
As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you\'ll be vital to our recruitment strategy, finding innovative and bold ways to attract top talent. In this role, you will partner closely with HR Managers and Hiring Managers to understand workforce needs and develop strategic approaches for building a pipeline of highly qualified candidates. You will play a key role in delivering an exceptional recruitment experience for both candidates and hiring managers. This is your opportunity to make a real impact and help define the future of talent at Smithfield Foods.
What You’ll Do
The below statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. May perform other duties as assigned.
Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle for all functional areas across multiple locations, ensuring efficient and effective hiring outcomes.
Candidate Experience: Ensure a smooth and engaging candidate experience through timely communication, clear feedback, and maintaining professionalism throughout the process.
Hiring Manager Experience: Collaborate with department leaders and HR teams, offering expert guidance on recruitment strategies and delivering exceptional support throughout the hiring process.
Talent Sourcing: Leverage various sourcing strategies to attract top talent and proactively build a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future roles.
Labor Market Analyst: Research labor market trends to align sourcing strategy with current industry conditions.
Business Acumen: Understand various roles, including those in a manufacturing environment, through job shadowing to improve hiring fit and reduce turnover.
Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and refine recruitment processes to enhance efficiency, reduce time-to-hire, and improve the candidate experience.
Data Tracking and Reporting: Use applicant tracking systems (ATS) to manage candidates and provide regular recruitment updates and metrics to leadership. Maintain accurate recruitment records to meet regulatory standards.
What We’re Seeking
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
Proficient in computer applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel).
Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, initiative and sound judgment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Leverages emotional intelligence to build and foster relationships both internally and externally.
Excels in fast-paced environments with a respectful, approachable, and team-oriented demeanor.
Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills.
Professionalism, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive information.
Willingness to travel to other locations (approximately 25% of the time) with potential short notice travel or overnight stays. Must self-manage time and daily tasks while traveling.
Other Skills That Make You Stand Out
Experience in recruiting across all levels and functional areas.
Experience with passive candidate recruiting and creative sourcing strategies.
Strong knowledge of Federal, State, and employment regulations and policies.
Proficiency in using a server-based applicant tracking system (Workday preferred).
Proven experience working under recruiting KPIs and meeting/exceeding targets.
Experience handling administrative duties related to recruitment and compliance.
Prior experience recruiting for government contractors, including familiarity with relevant regulations and requirements.
Project management skills to plan and manage multiple recruitment initiatives and deadlines.
Relocation Package Available No
EEO Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, disability, or any other protected status as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Human Resources
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.
A great job—and a great future awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now!
The Value You’ll Bring
The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.
As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you\'ll be vital to our recruitment strategy, finding innovative and bold ways to attract top talent. In this role, you will partner closely with HR Managers and Hiring Managers to understand workforce needs and develop strategic approaches for building a pipeline of highly qualified candidates. You will play a key role in delivering an exceptional recruitment experience for both candidates and hiring managers. This is your opportunity to make a real impact and help define the future of talent at Smithfield Foods.
What You’ll Do
The below statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. May perform other duties as assigned.
Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle for all functional areas across multiple locations, ensuring efficient and effective hiring outcomes.
Candidate Experience: Ensure a smooth and engaging candidate experience through timely communication, clear feedback, and maintaining professionalism throughout the process.
Hiring Manager Experience: Collaborate with department leaders and HR teams, offering expert guidance on recruitment strategies and delivering exceptional support throughout the hiring process.
Talent Sourcing: Leverage various sourcing strategies to attract top talent and proactively build a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future roles.
Labor Market Analyst: Research labor market trends to align sourcing strategy with current industry conditions.
Business Acumen: Understand various roles, including those in a manufacturing environment, through job shadowing to improve hiring fit and reduce turnover.
Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and refine recruitment processes to enhance efficiency, reduce time-to-hire, and improve the candidate experience.
Data Tracking and Reporting: Use applicant tracking systems (ATS) to manage candidates and provide regular recruitment updates and metrics to leadership. Maintain accurate recruitment records to meet regulatory standards.
What We’re Seeking
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
Proficient in computer applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel).
Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, initiative and sound judgment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Leverages emotional intelligence to build and foster relationships both internally and externally.
Excels in fast-paced environments with a respectful, approachable, and team-oriented demeanor.
Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills.
Professionalism, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive information.
Willingness to travel to other locations (approximately 25% of the time) with potential short notice travel or overnight stays. Must self-manage time and daily tasks while traveling.
Other Skills That Make You Stand Out
Experience in recruiting across all levels and functional areas.
Experience with passive candidate recruiting and creative sourcing strategies.
Strong knowledge of Federal, State, and employment regulations and policies.
Proficiency in using a server-based applicant tracking system (Workday preferred).
Proven experience working under recruiting KPIs and meeting/exceeding targets.
Experience handling administrative duties related to recruitment and compliance.
Prior experience recruiting for government contractors, including familiarity with relevant regulations and requirements.
Project management skills to plan and manage multiple recruitment initiatives and deadlines.
Relocation Package Available No
EEO Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, disability, or any other protected status as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Human Resources
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Smithfield Foods by 2x
Get notified about new Talent Acquisition Specialist jobs in
Des Moines, IA .
Location and Salary West Des Moines, IA – Salary range: $54,470 - $90,783
Des Moines, IA – Salary range: $35,568 - $250,000
Technical Staffing Recruiter - Des Moines
Remote - Sales - Recruiter - Search Consultant
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