Talent acquisition specialist

Canada Dry Potomac Corporation, a proud member of The Honickman Companies, is a leader in the beverage manufacturing and distribution industry, providing iconic brands to communities across the Mid-Atlantic region. We take pride in our strong customer relationships, community impact, and employee-centered work culture. Our team is looking for a passionate, self-motivated, and detail-oriented Junior Recruiter who is committed to the success of our business. This person can reside at any of our site locations in Maryland, Virginia or New Jersey.

Position Summary:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist supports the Talent Acquisition function by assisting with full cycle recruiting activities in accordance with Company policies and all Federal, State, and Local employment regulations. This role partners closely with hiring managers and senior recruiting team members to help attract, screen, and coordinate candidates while building a strong talent pipeline.

Representative Responsibilities:

• Support hiring managers and senior recruiters in identifying staffing needs and recruitment strategies.
• Assist with sourcing and attracting candidates through job boards, social media, networking, and employee referrals.
• Proactively build and maintain candidate pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Screen resumes and conducts initial phone screens.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Communicate employer brand, job details, and benefits information to candidates throughout the recruiting process.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Assist with pre-employment processes, including background checks, drug screenings, and assessments (Non-DOT and DOT as applicable).
• Provide a positive candidate experience through timely follow-up and communication.
• Support relationships with external partners such as staffing agencies, colleges, and community organizations.
• Assist with recruiting reports and tracking hiring activity.
• Stay informed on company policies, organizational structure, and employment regulations.
• Participate in job fairs, hiring events, and other recruitment initiatives as needed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, Certification:

Required: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience. 1–3 years of experience in recruiting, HR coordination, or talent acquisition support. Strong communication and organizational skills. Valid Driver’s License.

Preferred: PHR certification. Experience in MS Office including Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Experience with Dayforce or other HCM systems. Related training or certifications.

Knowledge and Competencies:

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to communicate effectively with candidates, hiring managers, and team members at all levels.
• Professional judgment and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the talent acquisition field.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices.
• Customer-service mindset with a focus on positive candidate experience.

Canada Dry offers a salary of $65K-75K. Excellent benefits which include medical, dental and vision. Eligibility in benefit plans begin the first of the month after 60 days of employment. Five (5) days of sick leave; two (2) weeks of vacation accrued throughout the year; seven (7) Company Paid Holidays and a 401K Plan with employer match. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required by personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the company.