South Post Oak Recycling Center is a family owned and operated business since 1994. We recycle and buy nonferrous and ferrous metals as well as electronics. We’ve been a trusted partner and recycler to numerous companies and people for over 26 years. This is done by operating safely, offering the highest levels of service, implementing practices that minimize the impact on our environment, having a positive impact on our community, constantly seeking to improve, thinking differently and having fun.
The Opportunity
As our Talent & People Coordinator, you’ll lead recruiting and community outreach efforts while supporting day-to-day HR operations. You’ll help us find great talent, build talent pipelines, introduce smart HR processes, and build a company culture that people want to be part of.
This is a hands-on, high-impact position with growth opportunity.
Why You’ll Love This RoleYou won’t just fill jobs — you’ll build pipelines, forge community relationships, shape culture, and help create a modern HR department from scratch. This is the ideal role for someone who wants to grow, make an impact, and take their HR career to the next level.What You’ll Do Talent Acquisition & Pipeline Building (primary focus)
- Lead full-cycle recruiting for operations, drivers, yard staff, admin, and leadership roles
- Build strong talent pipelines—active, passive, and long-term
- Develop sourcing strategies using social media, job boards, referrals, and industry channels
- Attend and represent the company at job fairs, community hiring events, workforce agency events, schools, and trade organizations
- Create partnerships with community colleges, high schools, technical programs, veteran organizations, and local outreach groups
- Promote our employer brand through community engagement, digital presence, and recruiting materials
- Track recruiting metrics and present insights on pipeline, hiring needs, and trends
Employee Experience, Culture & People Support
- Support new hire onboarding, orientation, and “first week” experience
- Assist with employee engagement initiatives (recognition programs, events, newsletters, surveys)
- Help maintain a positive culture built on safety, respect, teamwork, and improvement
- Provide basic HR support to managers and employees (with training and guidance)
- Conduct employee check-ins and help strengthen internal communication
- Support training and development through LMS content creation
HR Administration
- Maintain accurate employee records, documentation, and compliance files
- Support new hire processes, I9 verification, other onboarding tasks as needed.
- ·Assist with safety, training records, and workforce compliance requirements
- Support payroll with HR-related updates and verification
- Help maintain and update HR policies and procedures