Sr. Spc, Talent Acq - Military Veterans
at Smurfit Westrock
Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
Preferred Candidate resides in Alabama, Florida or Georgia
WestRock is looking for a progressive, creative, high-energy Sr Recruiter / Skilled Trades Recruiter to support Hourly Recruiting for our Production / Manufacturing facilities. This role is right for you if you want to be challenged to define, develop and foster the robust talent pipelines that will continue to fuel WestRock's growth. You'll be a Strategic Business Partner, Brand Ambassador, and Recruiting Leader all rolled into one!
The Sr Recruiter / Skilled Trades Recruiter will support hourly recruiting for high volume and skilled trade roles across our business including but not limited to: Consumer Packaging, Container Packaging and Mill Operations. You will work directly with hiring managers, applicants, & human resources. The Sr Recruiter / Skilled Trades Recruiter will achieve recruiting objectives by sourcing and evaluating passive and active job seekers; managing the interview, debrief, & offer process. You will also be responsible for advising hiring managers of recruiting compliance and best practices.
How you will impact WestRock:
- Collaborates with HR Business Partners on Hourly Recruiting to provide strategic support of business growth through workforce planning, position profiling, sourcing strategies, and consulting on selection & fit
- Functions as an external employment market expert, advising on trends and availability of talent in identified markets as well as hiring needs and recruiting practices of talent competitors
- Works with HR Business Partners to identify internal talent and assess qualifications against business needs and available external talent
- Ensures presentation of diverse candidate slates for consideration and encourages strategic approaches for incorporating diversity in the search process
- Effectively markets WestRock to candidates by providing compelling information about the company's strategy, capabilities, performance, and employment value proposition
- Responsible for creating a positive client experience through successful management of the interview and selection process, which includes facilitation of intake sessions, pre-interview calibrations, post-interview debriefs
- Partners with teammates globally to facilitate sharing of regional knowledge and awareness of positions
What you need to succeed:
- BA or BS degree in business, HR, or related field
- 5+ years of talent acquisition experience in a corporate setting, ideally with a Fortune 500 company. Agency experience a plus.
- Demonstrated experience managing recruitment for hourly and skilled trades roles
- Proven experience in developing and implementing diversity recruiting strategies
- Must possess strong business acumen and the ability to develop a deep understanding of strategic business priorities, success drivers in the organization, and understanding of the business model and functional operations
- A broad understanding of various HR Delivery Models and ability to act as a steward to support various processes critical to the WestRock model
- Ability to analyze data and synthesize research to make strategic recommendations balanced with sound judgment and ability to tailor solutions and tools appropriately to unique situations
- Demonstrated facilitation skills
- Proven client-orientation and strong client management skills
- Strong process orientation
- Ability to influence stakeholders, clients, and candidates
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Limited travel required
Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
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“The people of WestRock are what differentiate us in the marketplace and will help us become the premier provider of packaging around the world.” —Steve Voorhees, CEO This is an exciting time at WestRock, a leading provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions. We believe that Packaging Matters™ in building trust, influencing purchasing, and educating consumers, and we apply that belief to every project. Our strong foundation of talented, motivated experts provide customers with sustainable paper and packaging solutions around the world. Working together, we have a tremendous opportunity to define our company culture, grow our business and provide long-term solutions for our employees. With such an expansive operation, we can offer you a challenging and rewarding career opportunity.