We are seeking an experienced and motivated Talent Acquisition Specialist for a 6-month contract to support our recruitment efforts during a critical period of growth. This role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process, building talent pipelines, and partnering with hiring managers to find top-tier candidates across various functions.

• Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and develop job descriptions

• Manage full-cycle recruitment: sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation

• Utilize various sourcing strategies (job boards, LinkedIn, referrals, etc.) to attract diverse talent

• Maintain and update applicant tracking systems (ATS)

• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process

• Track and report on recruitment metrics and KPIs

• Support employer branding initiatives and recruitment marketing campaigns

• Contribute full-cycle recruitment by supporting onboarding of new hires as well

• Collaborate with HR and onboarding teams to ensure smooth handoff of new hires

• 3+ years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably in a fast-paced or high-growth environment

• Strong understanding of recruitment strategies, tools, and platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS systems)

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities simultaneously

• Experience with behavioral interviewing and competency-based hiring

• High attention to detail and a data-driven mindset

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

• Experience in manufacturing industry, food industry would be an asset

• Knowledge of labor laws and recruitment compliance

• Familiarity with employer branding and social recruitment strategies

• Duration: 6 months, with the possibility of extension

• Hours: 8hrs/day

• Location: On-Site [Langley Plant]