Company
Welcome to EMPWR Nutrition, we aspire to become the global leader in development & co-manufacturing of bars in the healthy snacking segment.
Our company was founded in 2020 and has experienced remarkable growth ever since. We produce some of the most iconic and leading brands, setting the standard for taste and texture in the market. We offer a wide range of possibilities within the protein bar segment, that are not only nutritious but also delicious. We’re active in The Netherlands, Croatia, USA, Canada and Belgium, with 1200 passionate employees.
In 2022, we expanded our operations to North America by acquiring the McMinnville, OR facility. We’ve invested massively in production equipment over the last year. This year we’re expanding even more and transform our operations into a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.
Join our dynamic team and help us continue to grow and innovate!
Challenge:
As a Talent Acquisition Manager at EMPWR you will be responsible for an exceptional project. We’re a fast-growing company who invested massively to transform our operations into a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. The coming 18 months we’ll recruit more than 500 employees, mainly blue-collar production workers. So, we’re seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Manager with experience in high volume, full cycle recruiting. You will lead a team of 3 recruiters and play the leading role in identifying, assessing, and selecting top talent to fuel our organization's growth. You will work together with our operations team, to ensure that every new hire aligns with our company's values, culture, and specific job requirements.
Key responsibilities:
Candidate sourcing: Define and execute recruitment strategies for blue-collar production workers.
Recruitment of white-collar employees in close collaboration with recruitment agencies.
Coaching: Lead a team of 3 recruiters and guide them to manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing and screening to offer negotiation and onboarding.
Collaborate with operations to understand their staffing needs and challenges.
Talent pipeline: Develop a recruitment strategy to build a strong pipeline of qualified candidates to meet ongoing and future staffing requirements.
Employer Branding: Partner with the Group Employer Branding Manager to contribute and execute effective employer branding initiatives. Promote our EMPWR jobs at job fairs, networking events, and other recruitment (marketing) activities to attract potential talent. Build and maintain relationships with community partners to support recruiting initiatives.
Data-driven Decisions: Use recruitment metrics and analytics to monitor recruitment success and optimize recruitment strategies.
Onboarding: Collaborate with the HR team to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
Candidate experience: Establish a positive candidate experience that reflects our company values.
Compliance: Ensure recruitment practices that comply with local labor laws and internal company policies.
Trends: Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in the recruitment industry and implement innovative strategies to streamline the hiring process.
Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of experience in talent acquisition, high volume blue-collar production worker recruitment. (Manufacturing or related blue-collar industry experience)
Advanced recruitment techniques, negotiation, project management, and leadership skills
Ability to think strategically and develop innovative recruitment strategies
Strong understanding of full-cycle recruiting, sourcing strategies, and employer branding.
Knowledge to analyze recruitment data to make informed decisions.
Experience working in a high growth, fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Knowledge of Spanish is a big plus.
Familiarity with innovative recruitment tools and technologies.
A commitment to diversity and inclusion in hiring practices.
Bachelor's degree in HR, Psychology, or a related field.
McMinnville, OR (Visit McMinnville – The Heart of Oregon Wine Country); We believe that at this stage where we are expanding and building the organization, physical presence on site is very important.
The USA: why it's worth it to work with us
Challenge the status quo
We are building something really special in the United States, to challenge the status quo of nutritional bars and prove that they can be delicious. Our operations are expanding rapidly, and we are looking for the best people to work with us on our ambitious growth plans!
Job security
Job security in a safe and pleasant working environment: the growth we foresee in our volumes the coming years is big! Therefore, we are able to secure jobs because we are in need of many hands and brains to make it all come together.
In our company we are constantly evolving, creating new products, and continuously questioning and renewing our ways of working. That makes us an exciting place to work. We are encouraged to share ideas and make suggestions.
Cynthia Sulimro, R&D
There are no politics, bias, or favoritism in our company. We value hard work and competence. Our people get fair compensation and have the same opportunities as their fellow team members to grow in their careers.
Fatima Cerrato, Production
We’ve grown from a local company into an international company over the years. Being part of the EMPWR group has brought positive changes but more importantly it has also brought stability. Being part of a large group that values its employees has made us stronger and more resilient.
Julio Flores, Production
The work environment and the relationships I established with my co-workers, the opportunities to grow and climb the ladder are things that made me come to work every day. It’s the place where I have the opportunity to grow, develop and prove myself.
Gabe Chapman - Production, McMinnville, US
Where we work
The facility
In McMinnville, the growth in operations has given us a new breath that allows to expand our operations and modernize our equipment. The future looks bright, and that vibe makes it an exciting spot to be for our entire team here in the U.S.
The R&D center
Our growing R&D center is where the team can make and evaluate prototypes for our customers and the growing nutrition bar industry. This onsite center allows us to immediately evaluate the test results and to rapidly push our innovations one step further. All employees are encouraged to taste new prototypes and share their thoughts.
We’re situated in the south end of McMinnville, a historic town in the heart of Oregon’s wine country. Not many cities here are as lucky to be just 45 minutes away from the big city, the mountains, and the ocean. An easy commute from all directions, without traffic jams.