Job Description

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Director, Talent Acquisition, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for executing innovative sourcing, branding, and recruitment strategies, with a specific focus on Skilled Trades and Manufacturing Operations. As an advocate for the candidate experience, you will provide an exceptional recruitment experience from beginning to end.
 

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be expected to:

• Act as a strategic partner to Hiring Managers, understanding the needs of the business and aligning talent acquisition strategies.
• Tailor their recruitment strategy to attract talent for high demand and licensed skilled trades professionals, with a focus on licensed Millwrights and Electricians.
• Provide market insights and data-driven recommendations to influence hiring decisions and workforce planning.
• Build and maintain an active talent pipeline by proactively identifying and engaging top talent, using innovative sourcing techniques.
• Deliver a consultative experience for candidates and Hiring Managers, ensuring a high-touch and personalized approach throughout the recruitment process.
• Showcase strong relationship management skills by mentoring and guiding hiring managers and team members on best recruitment practices.
• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives, ensuring a diverse range of candidates are considered for all roles.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by July 18. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Manage a high volume and full lifecycle recruitment process for skilled trades and manufacturing operations requisitions.
• Identify unique and differentiated talent attraction strategies in a highly competitive talent market.
• Analyze recruitment data and analytics to influence hiring strategies and recruitment funnel effectiveness.
• Conduct searches within LinkedIn, Indeed, and other sources to pre-screen and attract passive candidates.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in support of our broader talent acquisition strategy, including apprenticeships, international recruitment, vendors, agency partners, and HR operations.

What You ll Bring:

• Consistent demonstration of the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, both in your personal application and in your evaluation of prospective candidates.
• Proven and recurring success leading skilled trades recruitment, including compelling and differentiated talent attraction strategies.
• Strong understanding of the skilled trades market and the specific competencies required for licensed roles, including Millwrights and Electricians.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment across multiple time zones.
• In the spirit of living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, please note that a strong internal candidate has been identified through our talent management processes, but all applications will be considered.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, speaker series events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.