Location

Cressona, PA, US, 17929 Rosemont, IL, US, 60018 St.Augustine, FL, US, 32086 Connersville, IN, US, 47331 Elkhart, IN, US, 46514 Sidney, OH, US, 45365 Magnolia, AR, US, 71753 Portland (OR), OR, US, 97211 Monett, MO, US, 65708 Gainesville, GA, US, 30504 Phoenix, AZ, US, 85043 North Liberty, IN, US, 46554 Spanish Fork, UT, US, 84660 Mountain Top, PA, US, 18707 Yankton, SD, US, 57078

Career area: Human Resources

Department: GBS People Resourcing

Job Type: Permanent

Apply by: Position will be open until filled.

Hydro Global Business Services (GBS) is an organizational area that operates as an internal service provider for the Hydro group. Its ultimate purpose is to deliver relevant IT, financial and HR business services to all business areas within the company.

Job Summary

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will lead recruitment for complex and business-critical technical positions across Hydro’s North American operations. You will combine technical sourcing expertise, strong market intelligence, and trusted partnership with hiring leaders to attract the engineering, manufacturing, operational, and skilled-trades talent needed for our future.

What we offer you

Hiring salary range: $83,000 to $112,400 USD, with final compensation based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications
Participation in an annual incentive bonus plan
A comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance
Career development opportunities, including learning, mentoring, and exposure to a broad range of technical and operational talent needs
The opportunity to shape recruiting strategies for engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, skilled-trades, and other specialized positions
A collaborative culture where your recruiting expertise, market insights, and ideas can directly influence how we attract critical talent

Job Location

This position offers location flexibility and may be based in Portland, OR; Phoenix, AZ; Gainesville, GA; Cressona, PA; Sidney, OH; or another location within approximately 30 miles of a Hydro plant.

What you will be doing

Lead full-cycle recruitment for complex technical, engineering, manufacturing, operational, and skilled-trades positions
Develop targeted sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, talent databases, employee referrals, professional networks, market research, and direct outreach
Facilitate intake and calibration discussions with hiring managers to define technical requirements, realistic candidate profiles, assessment criteria, and effective interview strategies
Advise hiring managers using labor-market intelligence, talent availability, compensation considerations, pipeline analytics, and recruiting data
Build proactive talent pipelines and communities for current and future technical hiring needs, including difficult-to-fill and business-critical skill areas
Coach hiring teams on structured interviewing, objective candidate assessment, inclusive selection practices, and effective hiring decisions

What will make you successful?

Required qualifications

At least six years of recruiting, Talent Acquisition, or related HR experience, including independent ownership of complex or difficult-to-fill searches
Demonstrated success recruiting technical, engineering, manufacturing, industrial, operational, or skilled-trades talent
Strong passive-sourcing capabilities, including Boolean search, direct candidate outreach, talent mapping, pipeline development, and candidate relationship management
Experience advising hiring managers on technical talent markets, position requirements, candidate availability, sourcing strategies, and selection decisions
Working knowledge of applicant tracking systems, recruiting analytics, structured interviewing, employment practices, and compliant selection processes
An associate degree or an equivalent combination of relevant education and professional experience

Preferred qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field
Experience using SAP SuccessFactors Recruiting, LinkedIn Recruiter, talent intelligence tools, and recruiting dashboards
Experience supporting workforce planning, technical hiring campaigns, or recruitment process improvements
Experience mentoring recruiters or coaching hiring managers and interview teams
HR, Talent Acquisition, sourcing, behavioral interviewing, or candidate-assessment certification
Experience recruiting within manufacturing, industrial, engineering, metals, energy, or similarly technical environments

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at recruiting.north.america@hydro.com

Possible work locations

Why Hydro?

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

Why Hydro?

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage.

Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

A job where you make a difference

About Hydro

Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
Founded: 1905
Number of employees: 32,000
Company presence in around 40 countries worldwide
President and CEO: Eivind Kallevik

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