Job Description

A.Y. McDonald Industries is a family of companies that includes A.Y. McDonald Mfg. Co., Cambridge Brass, Chicago Fittings Corporation, JCM Industries, McDonald Plastic Molding, and Val-Matic Valve & Mfg. Corp. Each subsidiary works to take care of the customer – our boss, but the first step in achieving this goal is taking care of our co-workers. To be a member of A.Y. McDonald Industries means you thrive in a fast paced, innovative, and ever-changing atmosphere. Experience top notch benefits, advancement opportunities, and a team that wants you to succeed!

This position is not your typical recruiting position! The Talent Acquisition Specialist will create and implement a sustainable recruitment  strategy  to attract and hire talented co-workers across A.Y. McDonald Industries. This position will partner with HR Representatives by providing expertise in identification, sourcing, alignment and retention of top talent to support desired company goals. The Talent Acquisition specialist will lead all recruiting efforts across the companies. 

What will you do?

• Function as an  advisor  and  partner  to senior leadership, hiring managers, and human resources to align talent acquisition strategies across subsidiaries.


• Develop creative recruiting methods, stay up-to-date with trends, and managing external recruitment vendor relationships. Will consider  cost-benefit analysis  to evaluate alternate approaches.


• Establish guidelines  for outside recruiters.


• Implement recruitment strategies , with an emphasis on talent pipeline development. Create and build relationships with trade schools, high schools, and colleges to grow the pipeline.


• Lead projects  efficiently and partner with our internal marketing department to create recruitment advertising strategies. 

What do you need?

• Experience in leading recruiting efforts and finding qualified candidates to support multiple locations and industries.


• Experience in building, motivating, and developing effective teams.


• Self-motivated with excellent time management skills.


• Strong interpersonal communication and negotiations skills.


• Preferred knowledge of the advanced manufacturing industry.


• Ability to work across multiple teams -  Teamwork is a MUST!

Benefits include major medical (BCBS), Delta dental and vision, company sponsored basic life insurance and short-term disability. Voluntary life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability available. Competitive 401(k) with company matching, generous PTO, 10 paid holidays, and company giveaways, family picnics, and more!

  A pre-employment Background Check and 6 panel (no THC) Drug screen required.

A.Y. McDonald Industries is an equal opportunity employer.

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