Talent Acquisition Coordinator


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Job Title: Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Location: Waterloo Region, ON, Central Canada, Canada

Company: De Lacy Executive Recruitment North America
Industry Sector: Production/Farming
Industry Type: Equipment, Manufacturing and Technical
Career Type: Human Resources
Job Type: Full Time
Minimum Years Experience Required: 2
Salary: $60,000-70,000
Job Description:

 

Salary: $60,000-70,000
 
 
Position Overview

 

Our client is seeking a Talent Coordinator to support high-volume recruitment within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for full-cycle recruitment of hourly production roles and early-career talent, while also providing support on salaried hiring as needed.

 

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring hiring targets are met, maintaining recruitment systems and data accuracy, and delivering a strong candidate experience throughout the process.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Recruitment & Talent Coordination

  • Manage full-cycle recruitment for high-volume hourly roles, ensuring staffing levels align with operational needs
  • Screen, assess, and shortlist candidates using an applicant tracking system (ATS)
  • Conduct phone screens and coordinate interviews with hiring teams
  • Maintain regular communication with candidates, addressing inquiries and ensuring a positive experience
  • Complete reference checks and support offer stage coordination

 

Onboarding & Administration

  • Coordinate onboarding activities, including scheduling orientations and preparing new hire documentation
  • Partner with internal teams to ensure a smooth onboarding experience
  • Maintain accurate and organized candidate records within the ATS and internal tracking tools
  • Track recruitment metrics and generate reports to support hiring decisions

 

Job Posting & Talent Pipeline Development

  • Manage and update internal and external job postings across multiple platforms
  • Support the recruitment of co-op or early-career talent, including coordination of related administrative processes
  • Attend career fairs and networking events to build candidate pipelines
  • Assist in developing talent pools for ongoing and future hiring needs

 

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Work closely with hiring managers to align on recruitment needs, timelines, and candidate feedback
  • Coordinate scheduling for interviews, site visits, or plant tours where applicable
  • Provide regular updates to internal stakeholders on recruitment progress

 

Projects & Continuous Improvement

  • Support recruitment-related projects and process improvements
  • Assist with workforce planning initiatives and tracking
  • Provide backup support to the Talent Acquisition Lead when required

 

Qualifications

  • Post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field; HR designation considered an asset
  • 2-5 years of experience in high-volume, in-house recruitment
  • Experience supporting hiring within manufacturing, production, or similar environments is preferred
  • Strong understanding of full-cycle recruitment processes and employment standards
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with ATS platforms
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication skills and a customer-service-oriented approach
  • High level of professionalism and ability to handle confidential information

 

Core Competencies

 

Service Orientation

  • Demonstrates a strong commitment to delivering a positive candidate and stakeholder experience

 

Accountability & Initiative

  • Takes ownership of tasks and demonstrates a proactive, solutions-focused approach

 

Communication

  • Communicates clearly and effectively with candidates and internal stakeholders

 

Working Environment

  • Fast-paced, high-volume recruitment environment
  • Flexibility required, including occasional evenings or weekends to support hiring needs

 

Success Measures

  • Achievement of hiring targets and reduction in vacancy levels
  • Timely and accurate recruitment tracking and reporting
  • Positive candidate and hiring manager feedback
  • Contribution to reducing early turnover through effective hiring practices

 

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Job Post Date: 05/04/26
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