Episode 65: Transforming Recruitment with Automation and AI

Recruiting is No Joke

Have you ever wondered how your recruitment process could be transformed for the better?

In today's dynamic business landscape, where time is of the essence and competition for top talent is fierce, traditional recruitment methods may fall short of meeting the demands of modern organizations. But what if there was a way to streamline and optimize the entire process? What if technology could revolutionize the way companies attract, assess, and hire candidates?

Today on "Recruiting is No Joke," we shift our focus to the Unleash conference, where we engage with some of the brightest minds in the recruitment industry. In this episode, we are thrilled to share the wealth of knowledge and insights from representatives from UPS, Medtronic, and Rockwell Automation (Matt, Mark and Patrick).

In our conversation, Matt discusses the benefits of using Fountain for recruitment automation and enhancing candidate experience. Mark Smith from Medtronic shares insights on skills-based hiring, recruiting from non-traditional backgrounds for roles requiring dexterity, and fostering an inclusive culture. He also talks about leveraging AI to improve recruitment processes. Patrick Fenn from Rockwell Automation describes his journey in recruitment and his role in hiring for the company. The episode delves into the use of technology in recruitment and the importance of employer branding.

In this episode:

• [00:00:49] Automation and improving candidate experience
• [00:02:42] High-volume hiring and process changes
• [00:04:32] Candidate experience and surveys
• [00:05:44] Enhancing candidate communication
• [00:10:55] Leadership and candidate experience
• [00:12:33] Data and predictive analysis
• [00:16:11] Employer branding and hiring at Medtronic
• [00:17:14] Skills-based hiring philosophy
• [00:17:36] Microscopic assembly skills
• [00:18:30] Recruiting for micro assemblers
• [00:21:37] Creating a culture for manufacturing
• [00:25:16] AI tools for recruitment
• [00:29:20] Candidate experience and AI
• [00:34:18] Global hiring responsibilities
• [00:34:45] Internship recruitment strategy
• [00:35:20] Phenomenon of internship hoarding
• [00:36:44] Candidate experience and automation
• [00:38:06] Evaluation of recruitment automation tools
• [00:39:06] Recruiter feedback and AI adoption
• [00:39:51] Advanced CRM and pre-matching tools
• [00:40:36] Recruiter workload and trust building
• [00:41:28] Recruiter-manager relationship and transparency

About Joel Lalgee

Joel Lalgee is an internationally known recruitment leader and coach who has helped thousands of recruiters build their brands online. In 2015, Joel started recruiting for a small start-up agency in Milwaukee. He quickly found his passion for recruitment. In 2019, he discovered content marketing, publishing his first posts on Linkedin. Since then, he has grown to over 400k followers, and his content has been seen over 1 billion times. In 2023, he started a business specializing in coaching recruiters, marketing consulting, and influencer partnerships.

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About Our Guests

Matt Lavery, Matt is a seasoned Recruiting and Staffing expert, specializing in social media and online recruitment. He excels in applicant tracking systems, AAP management, project management, HR technology implementation, workforce planning, and background check processes. Matt's innovative approach consistently drives organizational success and fosters inclusive workplace cultures.

Mark Smith, is a seasoned Global Talent Leader with over two decades of experience at top companies like Randstad, Amazon, and Kraft Heinz. Now at Medtronic as Senior Director, Global Talent Acquisition, he excels in fostering talent, driving innovation, and promoting a culture of trust and servant leadership in healthcare.

Patrick Finn is the Director of Talent Acquisition at VillageMD, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He excels in recruiting top talent to drive healthcare innovation and growth. Patrick's leadership ensures VillageMD attracts and retains skilled professionals, contributing to the company's mission of transforming primary care.