Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for full-cycle recruiting with a primary focus on hourly skilled trades roles, while also supporting select salaried and professional positions as needed. This role partners closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, develops effective sourcing strategies for skilled trades talent, and ensures a strong candidate experience in a fast-paced hiring environment.

Full-time

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for hourly skilled trades roles including (but not limited to):
  Welders, Welder/Fitters, CNC Programmers, CNC Machinists, Laser Trackers, Quality Technicians, NDT Level II Inspectors, and other hourly roles
• Support Talent Acquisition for select salaried roles (e.g., supervisors, engineers, managers, or corporate positions) as needed
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand skill requirements, certifications, shift needs, and urgency
• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies beyond job boards (trade schools, referrals, community outreach, social platforms, networking)
• Proactively source, screen, and engage passive skilled trades candidates
• Conduct phone, virtual and in-person interviews focused on hands‑on skills, safety mindset, and reliability
• Coordinate interview scheduling, offers, and pre‑employment steps (backgrounds, drug screens, and physicals)
• Maintain accurate and timely data in the ATS, ensuring compliance and strong candidate communication
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for recurring and hard-to-fill skilled trades roles
• Represent the company professionally at job fairs, hiring events, and community/trade school partnerships
• Continuously assess labor market trends and recommend improvements to hiring strategies
• Provide general administrative support to the recruiting manager
• Ensure compliance with all Local, State, Federal laws and statutes including labor laws and other governmental regulations, which are directly applicable to the company
• Other related duties as required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 2+ years of recruiting experience, with direct experience hiring hourly skilled trades
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred
• Experience partnering closely with plant and operations leadership

• Experience recruiting in manufacturing, construction, industrial, or field-based environments
• Demonstrated ability to recruit across both hourly and salaried positions, with a primary focus on trades
• Strong understanding of skilled trades labor markets, certifications, and safety requirements
• Experience recruiting in fast-paced or high-volume environments
• Proficiency with ATS platforms, job boards, and direct sourcing tools
• Strong communication and stakeholder partnership skills

• Upholds Safety and Quality Standards
• Embodies Team Spirit
• Relentless Customer Focus
• Conveys Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism
• Executes with Excellence and Velocity

• Occasional travel between the Ladson, Goose Creek and Yonges Island locations required

• May require standing, walking, or front desk coverage for extended periods
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times (e.g., files, office supplies, etc.)
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with production team members, leadership, and visitors, both verbally and in writing
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, or reach within the office setting

• On-site role in a manufacturing facility, regular work environment will be in an office setting
• When on manufacturing floor, possible exposure to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. Eye protection is required. Fumes, machine vibration, noisy conditions, high temperatures, and occasional potential to a restricted space work area possible
• All Keel locations are tobacco free where appropriate

Keel provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and…