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Our products include both the critical materials used to make permanent magnets and the finished magnets themselves-enabling next-generation technologies in robotics, automation, aerospace, transportation, defense, and energy systems. These materials are the foundation of physical AI-the convergence of computation, movement, and control.\nWe hire ambitious, mission-driven people who want to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of strategic industries. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, resiliency, and integrity, with a deep commitment to operational excellence and national purpose. MP is rapidly evolving from a materials producer into a leading U.S. manufacturer-and our people are driving that transformation.\nPosition Description:\nThe Manager, Education & Workforce Partnerships is responsible for developing and executing strategic talent pipeline programs that support the organization's long-term workforce needs. This position leads partnerships with universities, community colleges, technical schools, workforce boards, military transition programs, apprenticeship organizations, and community partners to create sustainable recruiting channels for professional, technical, manufacturing, and skilled trades talent.\nThis role serves as a strategic partner to Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Operations, and community stakeholders, driving initiatives such as internships, co-op programs, apprenticeships, veteran hiring, career pathway development, and workforce readiness programs. The Manager will play a critical role in supporting workforce expansion, succession planning, and employer-of-choice initiatives.\nESSENTIAL DUTIES:\nEducation Partnerships & University Relations\nDevelop and maintain strategic partnerships with universities, colleges, community colleges, trade schools, and technical institutions.\nServe as the primary relationship manager for educational institutions and career services organizations.\nDesign and execute campus recruiting strategies aligned with organizational workforce plans.\nCoordinate and represent the organization at career fairs, workforce conferences, classroom presentations, networking events, and recruiting activities.\nBuild strong relationships with faculty, department leaders, student organizations, veterans' offices, and academic leadership.\nDevelop talent pipelines for engineering, manufacturing, operations, maintenance, EHS, supply chain, and corporate functions.\nTrack and measure partnership effectiveness and hiring outcomes.\nInternship, Co-op & Early Career Programs\nDesign, implement, and manage internship, co-op, and early career development programs.\nEstablish structured student experiences that support future full-time hiring needs.\nPartner with department leaders to identify meaningful projects and development opportunities for interns and co-op participants.\nManage candidate recruitment, selection, onboarding, and conversion to full-time employment.\nDevelop and track key program performance metrics including conversion rates, retention, and participant satisfaction.\nBuild strong university talent communities to support future hiring needs.\nApprenticeship & Skilled Trades Workforce Development\nDevelop and oversee apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs supporting manufacturing and operational workforce needs.\nBuild partnerships with community colleges, trade schools, workforce development agencies, and industry organizations.\nCreate talent pathways for skilled trades positions including maintenance, machining, electrical, reliability, operations, and technical roles.\nCollaborate with Learning & Development and Operations to establish competency-based development and certification programs.\nCoordinate apprentice recruiting, onboarding, progression tracking, mentorship assignments, and program completion.\nSupport development of career ladders and workforce advancement opportunities for frontline employees.\nMonitor apprenticeship effectiveness, retention, and workforce outcomes.\nVeteran Recruiting & Military Partnerships\nDevelop and execute veteran recruiting strategies to attract transitioning military members and veterans.\nEstablish relationships with military bases, transition assistance programs, veteran organizations, and military spouse networks.\nTranslate military experience into organizational career pathways and employment opportunities.\nCoordinate participation in military hiring events, career fairs, and veteran-focused recruiting initiatives.\nDevelop programs supporting veteran onboarding, retention, and career development.\nPartner with hiring leaders to identify opportunities where military experience aligns with workforce needs.\nCommunity & Workforce Partnerships\nBuild strategic partnerships with workforce development boards, economic development organizations, chambers of commerce, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders.\nRepresent the organization on workforce development councils, advisory boards, and educational committees.\nIdentify grant opportunities and workforce funding initiatives that support talent pipeline development.\nDevelop workforce readiness programs supporting local communities and future workforce needs.\nStrengthen the organization's reputation as an employer of choice through community engagement and outreach.\nBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:\nBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Education, Communications, Workforce Development, or a related field required.\nMaster's degree preferred.\n5+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, University Relations, Workforce Development, Community Relations, Human Resources, or related disciplines.\nExperience managing college recruiting, internship programs, workforce development initiatives, or apprenticeship programs.\nExperience building external partnerships and collaborating with educational institutions and community organizations.\nManufacturing, industrial, energy, mining, engineering, or skilled trades recruiting experience strongly preferred\nDESIRED QUALITIES:\nStrong relationship-building and partnership development skills.\nKnowledge of workforce development and talent pipeline strategies.\nUnderstanding of apprenticeship models, internship programs, and skilled trades workforce development.\nExperience developing veteran recruiting initiatives and military talent programs.\nStrong project management and organizational skills.\nExcellent communication, presentation, and networking abilities.\nAbility to influence stakeholders across all organizational levels.\nStrong analytical and reporting capabilities.\nMP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer - EEO is The Law\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Underrepresented groups/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the position’s requirements will still be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.\nYour Right To Work - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification document form upon hire.\nFor Assistance with Application - Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. Contact Human Resources Department at 702-844-6111; 1700 S Pavilion Center Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89135 to discuss reasonable accommodation.\nSAFETY PROVISION\nEmployees are responsible for following all company, industry and regulatory procedures and laws to ensure a safe\nwork environment by oneself and for the company.\nEmployees should exude a willingness to promote safety among the workforce including participation in Process Hazard Analysis procedures and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews.\n(PPE) Personal Protective Equipment is required when performing work in a mine, manufacturing, outdoor, or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses safety footwear and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.\nReasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nWORKING CONDITIONS\nOur magnetics facility at an elevation of 670 ft. 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