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About this Temporary Talent Acquisition Specialist role at Zekelman Industries

Zekelman Industries · Onsite · Chicago, IL - Headquarters

You may not know our name, but you know our products.  What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us.  Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

Job Description

As part of the Team, recruits and provides onboarding support to the Talent Acquisition Department to ensure compliance with the organization hiring protocols and processes. Supports the recruiting strategies for industry-related positions.


Shift: Hybrid. Two days required onsite.

Pay: Up to $35/hr

Duration: 4 - 6 month assignment with possibility of extension.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinates requisition process from approved requisition status.
  • Initiates background check, onboarding, and candidate engagement process.
  • Partners with other departments to support recruiting efforts. Participates in community outreach events, job fairs and networking activities to enhance candidates’ diversity and military recruiting.
  • Evaluates resumes, cover letters, and job applications.
  • Conducts phone interviews, coordinates interviews for hiring managers, and negotiates offers.
  • Updates weekly staffing reports/metrics: tracks and analyzes reporting data to make recommendations on best practices and processes.
  • Works with local HR team to coordinate new hire start dates.
  • Provides miscellaneous support for Workday and other platforms utilized by the team.
  • Develops ideas and strategies to build qualified talent pipelines.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Leads and promotes healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy.
  • Regular and predictable, full-time, on-site attendance during scheduled hours.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree, Business Management, Human Resources, or other related area
  • 2-5 years of experience coordinating and supporting recruiting activities - preferably in the manufacturing or construction industry. 
  • Ability to handle high-volume requisitions

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

  • Basic knowledge of Applicant Tracking System, Workday
  • Strong communication skills to work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization
  • Ability to take and follow through directions given, yet to be a strategic thinker
  • Ability to build relationships and make decisions
  • Must be a team player

Compensation for this role is targeted for $75k.

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.  In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.

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How this Recruiter salary compares

This role pays $72,800/yr — below the typical range for Recruiter roles.

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About Zekelman Industries

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

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