Talent Acquisition Partner

Employee Type Exempt

Airlite Plastics is a premier, privately held, family-owned manufacturer headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. Our family style and personal culture is what makes Airlite an amazing place to grow and build a successful career. Airlite’s company values of unquestionable integrity and respect and appreciation for each other are at the core of our success! These values set a strong foundation to build on where we can ‘wow’ our customers with innovative products and sustainable solutions, and continuously improve our processes and efficiencies.

Our product lines include rigid plastic containers and lids for food packaging and cosmetics, dry powder scoops, plastic drink cups, shipping containers, industrial strength insulated concrete forms (ICF) and sustainable permeable paving systems. As pioneers in our industry, focused on sustainable solutions, we strive to provide our customers with top-notch service and quality, which aligns with our award‑winning products.

This role is a contributing member of our Airlite - Omaha team, located in Omaha, NE. As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you are a key to continued growth and success of Airlite. The Talent Acquisition Partner is responsible for full‑cycle recruitment across a diverse range of manufacturing and professional roles. This role partners closely with hiring managers and HR colleagues to develop and execute effective recruitment strategies that reflect the organization’s goals and values.

The Talent Acquisition Partner also ensures a seamless, positive onboarding experience for all new hires.

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract high‑quality candidates for roles in skilled trades, engineering, front‑line leadership, and business support.
• Advise hiring managers on recruiting best practices, labor market trends, and sourcing techniques.
• Partner with hiring managers to deeply understand role requirements and provide consistent updates on recruitment progress.
• Screen, review, and interview applicants to evaluate work history, competencies, and qualifications.
• Coordinate all pre‑employment activities, including background checks, drug screens, vision testing, and completion of new hire paperwork.
• Manage new‑hire processing to meet Payroll, State, and Federal requirements, including orientation, new‑hire forms, I-9 documentation, and timekeeping setup.
• Lead and support the onboarding experience to ensure smooth transitions for all new employees.
• Consult with the broader talent team on workforce planning and staffing needs.
• Maintain strong market intelligence on hiring trends, competitive landscape, compensation, and potential recruitment challenges.
• Attend career fairs and community recruitment events as needed.
• Coordinate the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program.
• Respond to general HR inquiries related to recruiting and selection.
• Compile hiring statistics and maintain recruitment data to support reporting and analysis.

Airlite Plastics is a versatile employer; complacency is not one of our strengths! We work hard each day to ensure that equipment efficiency and customer satisfaction never leave our line of sight. Successful candidates for the role will possess the following:

• Strong customer service orientation with exceptional engagement, follow-through, and adaptability when working with candidates and internal stakeholders.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations related to recruitment and selection.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, sound judgment, and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to build relationships and influence at all levels.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective presentation and facilitation abilities.
• High level of professionalism, tact, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Self‑motivated, positive, and able to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Comfortable working in ambiguous situations and driving change initiatives.
• Demonstrate…