Talent Acquisition Operations Specialist

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Euclid - 22801

Employment Status: Salary Full-Time

Function: Human Resources

Pay Range: ($56,082.00 - $75,876.00)

Target Bonus: 13.0%

Req ID: 27667

Purpose

The Talent Acquisition Operations Specialist plays a vital role in driving operational excellence throughout the recruitment lifecycle. This role is responsible for managing candidate engagement, coordinating recruiting and onboarding logistics, and supporting high-impact projects that enhance systems, processes, and stakeholder experiences. The TA Ops Specialist will conduct audits to ensure compliance, support training initiatives, and serve as a key resource for troubleshooting system issues. A strong technology aptitude is essential, as the role involves optimizing platforms such as SuccessFactors and other HR tools. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment, contributing to initiatives that attract and retain top talent aligned with the company’s strategic goals.

Job Responsibilities

• Support, coordinate, and execute activities such as requisition processing, candidate management, interview scheduling, pre-employment checks, and HRIS transactions.
• Manage day-to-day project activities and tasks aimed at enhancing the candidate and hiring manager experience across recruiting and onboarding.
• Liaise between internal stakeholders to ensure smooth rollout and execution of initiatives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues within recruitment and onboarding systems.
• Analyze recruitment data to generate reports and insights.
• Responsible for the support, coordination, and execution of activities such as requisition processing, candidate management, interview scheduling, pre-employment checks, and HRIS transactions.
• Communicate effectively with recruiters, HR partners, hiring managers, and candidates to ensure a smooth process.
• Process requisitions and schedule interviews in collaboration with recruiters and hiring managers.
• Supports applicants with online recruitment system account setup, application completion, application updates, and application submissions; responds to applicant inquiries regarding application statuses in the recruitment process.
• Coordinate pre-employment screening activities and assist with new hire onboarding tasks.
• Provide guidance and assistance to candidates, new hires, and hiring managers throughout the recruitment and onboarding process.
• Provide regular updates, reports, and insights on candidate status to internal customers.
• Verify new hire data and hiring new hires into SuccessFactors.
• Prepare and provide necessary documents for employee files while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality.
• Review and maintain standardized templates and process documentation for talent acquisition team.
• Assist with other aspects of talent acquisition including employee referrals, relocation assistance, employer branding, recruitment marketing, vendor management and billing, process excellence, etc.
• Identifies opportunities for improving candidate experience within the recruiting and onboarding process.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as needed or directed in support of the Company’s 2025 Strategy.
  
  

Job Requirements

• BA/BS degree or two to five years in a recruiting or administrative role required
• Knowledge of recruiting practices and selection procedures preferred
• Strong project management skills with a focus on process improvement and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to build and maintain superior relationships with internal and external clients at all levels
• Excellent written/oral communication and organizational skills
• Strong initiative and solid judgement ability
• Ability to work effectively in teams
• Ability to manage competing demands and accept constructive feedback, while being extremely adaptable and flexible
• Proven ability to maintain accurate and organized records; meticulous attention to detail required
• Advanced computer software skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams preferred
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all instances required
  
  

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.