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LACO Technologies

Custom vacuum chambers and leak systems

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$87k - $90k/yr+ 401(k) match
Mid, Senior
Bachelor's
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
In PersonRequires on-site work at the USA SVD office in Salt Lake City, Utah.
People & HRGeneralist Recruiting

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
  • A minimum of 3 to 5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience is required.
  • Knowledge of recruiting platforms and sourcing tools, including LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Glassdoor, and applicant tracking systems.
  • Experience with SuccessFactors or similar applicant tracking system and human resources information system platforms.
  • Strong understanding of employment law, recruitment compliance, and affirmative action requirements.
  • Ability to develop long-term talent acquisition and workforce planning strategies.
  • Experience supporting recruiting needs across multiple locations and business functions.
  • Knowledge of labor market trends and talent acquisition best practices.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical and data interpretation capabilities.
Responsibilities
  • Partner with hiring managers and business leaders across LACO Technologies, Gamma Vacuum, and Montana Instruments to identify workforce requirements, establish recruiting strategies, and attract qualified candidates aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Manage the recruitment process, including requisition creation, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, offer coordination, pre-employment activities, and onboarding support.
  • Develop and maintain talent pipelines for technical, engineering, manufacturing, operations, sales, service, and professional positions across the USA Scientific Vacuum Division businesses.
  • Use LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, employee referrals, professional organizations, universities, technical schools, trade schools, networking events, and talent communities to identify and attract candidates.
  • Develop and maintain partnerships with universities, technical colleges, trade schools, and workforce development organizations to create talent pipelines, support workforce planning, and increase awareness of career opportunities.
  • Design, implement, coordinate, and oversee internship, co-op, apprenticeship, and early-career development programs across LACO Technologies, Gamma Vacuum, and Montana Instruments.
  • Represent the USA Scientific Vacuum Division businesses at career fairs, university recruiting events, industry conferences, community events, STEM initiatives, workforce development programs, and networking opportunities to strengthen employer brand awareness.
  • Monitor recruiting metrics, workforce trends, and hiring data to improve talent acquisition effectiveness, reduce time-to-fill, enhance candidate quality and experience, and support data-driven decision-making.
  • Ensure recruitment processes comply with applicable employment laws, affirmative action requirements, equal employment opportunity guidelines, Atlas Copco policies, and recruiting best practices, while maintaining accurate records in applicable systems.
  • Collaborate with human resources teams, business leaders, educational institutions, staffing partners, and external organizations to support workforce planning, succession planning, internship programs, leadership development initiatives, and organizational growth.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience recruiting for manufacturing, engineering, technical, skilled trades, operations, and professional positions.
  • Experience supporting multi-site organizations.
  • Experience developing internship, co-op, apprenticeship, or university recruiting programs.

About the company

LACO Technologies designs and builds custom vacuum and leak-testing systems and solutions. Its products include vacuum chambers and systems, leak testing systems, LACO-calibrated gas leak standards, and A2LA-accredited leak standard and vacuum gauge calibrations traceable to NIST. These products work by providing controlled vacuum environments for testing and measurement, using calibrated standards to ensure accuracy. The company differentiates itself by being engineer-owned, enabling tailored, application-specific solutions since 1975, and by offering in-house calibration services with traceability. Its goal is to deliver reliable, precise testing equipment and high-quality service that meet customer application needs across industries such as aerospace, defense, medical, and transportation manufacturing, serving both the U.S. and international markets.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Salt Lake City, Utah

Founded

1975

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Atlas Copco closed the LACO deal on May 4, 2026, validating product-market fit.
  • LACO is still exhibiting at Space Symposium 2026 and SmallSat 2026, sustaining demand.
  • September 2026 job postings for engineers and assemblers signal continued operational expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Atlas Copco now owns LACO, so integration mistakes in 2026 can disrupt sales.
  • Customer concentration around aerospace exposes LACO to NASA and SpaceX program delays.
  • If Atlas Copco shifts Scientific Vacuum priorities, LACO becomes a brand, not a company.

What makes LACO Technologies unique

  • Since May 4, 2026, LACO sells turnkey vacuum chambers and leak-test systems under Atlas Copco.
  • LACO serves aerospace, R&D, and industrial customers from Salt Lake City manufacturing.
  • Its Frontier thermal vacuum systems and helium tracer-gas detectors target spacecraft and satellite qualification.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Pet Insurance

Company News

Cision
Feb 20th, 2026
Atlas Copco acquires US vacuum and leak testing firm LACO Technologies for undisclosed sum

Atlas Copco Group is acquiring LACO Technologies, a US-based manufacturer of vacuum solutions and leak testing systems. The deal is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approval. Founded in 1975 and based in Salt Lake City, Utah, LACO produces vacuum chambers and leak detection equipment for aerospace, research and development, and industrial applications. The company generated approximately $25 million in revenue during 2025 and employs 110 people who will join Atlas Copco. The purchase price was not disclosed. LACO will become part of the Scientific Vacuum division within Atlas Copco's Vacuum Technique Business Area, enhancing the group's leak detection expertise and adding a US-based manufacturer to its portfolio.