Recruiting Coordinator

About the role

This position is responsible for delivering comprehensive administrative and coordination support that underpins the entire recruitment lifecycle for SK hynix America based in San Jose. The hire will own the orchestration of complex interview scheduling, acting as the central point of contact for all candidate communications to ensure a consistent and professional experience. Success in this role will be defined by the ability to manage intricate logistics across multiple time zones for panel, executive, and high-volume hiring initiatives. The individual will support the development of talent pipelines for both technical and non-technical roles through active sourcing efforts on job boards and social networks. This position ensures smooth administrative support for onboarding processes, facilitating seamless transitions for new hires into the company. The role requires a high level of discretion and fairness in all interactions to maintain the integrity of the hiring process. Ultimately, this position bridges the gap between hiring managers and candidates to secure a consistent flow of opportunities for all parties involved.

Key facts

What you'll do

Coordinate multiple time zones to arrange and manage complex interview panels, executive sessions, and high-volume hiring schedules.

Serve as the central candidate contact, handling all external communications and maintaining a professional and positive company image.

Manage intricate calendar logistics and scheduling workflows to ensure a consistent flow of opportunities for candidates, recruiters, and hiring managers.

Conduct thorough evaluations of candidates by providing robust recruiter support for screening and detailed application reviews.

Develop and maintain talent pipelines for technical and non-technical roles through strategic sourcing activities on job boards and social networks.

Deliver administrative support for onboarding processes to guarantee smooth and efficient transitions for every new hire.

Act as the primary liaison facilitating communication and collaboration between recruiters, hiring managers, and candidates.

Utilize applicant tracking systems to track candidate status and ensure data accuracy for compliant hiring practices.

Support the implementation of structured interview processes and coordinate the various stages of the candidate journey.

Assist in sourcing diverse candidates to build a robust pipeline that meets the varied needs of the organization.

Handle sensitive employee situations with discretion and empathy, ensuring confidentiality is maintained at all times.

Provide operational support to people team interviews, including preparing materials and coordinating feedback sessions.

Contribute to the development of talent management strategies by supporting sourcing and pipeline development activities.

Ensure all administrative tasks related to recruitment are completed accurately and in a timely manner.

Requirements

Demonstrated capability from at least 1 year of relevant experience in Recruiting or Human Resources is required for this position.

Completion of a Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field is mandatory for eligibility.

A preference exists for proficiency with applicant tracking systems, with specific value placed on familiarity with Greenhouse.

Effective interpersonal, networking, and communication skills across in-person and digital channels are essential for success.

Consistent behavior in meeting or exceeding defined goals and objectives is necessary in all aspects of the role.

The ability to handle sensitive information and exercise sound judgment is critical throughout the employment period.

Must be able to work onsite in San Jose for the duration of the 18-month contract.

Strong attention to data accuracy is required to support compliant hiring practices and maintain organizational records.

Nice to have

No additional preferred qualifications are specified beyond the stated requirements and preferences.

Practical notes

The role is based onsite in San Jose under an 18-month contract.

Typical interview steps

People team interviews usually include a case scenario, a policy question, and behavioral rounds. Candidates may be asked to design an interview process or handle a sensitive employee situation. Confidentiality and judgment are tested throughout. Structured answers with empathy land best. Interviewers often test how you handle sensitive information and disagreement. Framing answers around policy, fairness, and company values works well.

Good to know

Roles in semiconductor innovation often combine structured process with fast execution. Memory technology development influences devices from smartphones to data centers. Collaboration across recruiters, hiring managers, and candidates is a central part of the work. Strong attention to data accuracy supports compliant hiring practices.

Questions to ask

Worth asking in any interview: how the team measures success, who the role works with daily, what the onboarding looks like, and what the company is trying to achieve this year. Asking what past hires did well is a strong final question. Keep the list short and pick the questions that matter most to you.

Career growth

People careers grow from coordinator to generalist, manager, and director levels. Recruiters can move into talent leadership. HR partners can move into people operations leadership. Business acumen becomes more important at each level. People careers reward breadth across recruitment, development, and operations. Experience with tools such as HRIS and ATS systems helps at every level.