Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Appleton, WI. In this role, you will play a key part in driving recruitment efforts across multiple locations, ensuring the organization attracts and secures top talent for a variety of positions. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment within the manufacturing industry and contribute to the success of the company’s workforce strategies.

Key Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with the HR team to understand and assess hiring requirements for a wide range of positions, including corporate, technical, skilled trade, and administrative roles spanning multiple locations.
• Handle the entire recruitment process from start to finish, including sourcing potential candidates, leading interviews, negotiating employment offers, and ensuring smooth pre-onboarding activities.
• Strategically craft and manage job advertisements across the company's career portal, online job boards, and industry-specific platforms to maximize outreach.
• Use the applicant tracking system (ATS) to maintain candidate data, monitor recruitment efficiency, and generate detailed reports.
• Compile hiring reports to guide workforce planning decisions and provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Perform comprehensive research on market compensation trends to guarantee competitive salary offerings.
• Cultivate strong partnerships with external staffing agencies and recruiters to address specialized or high-volume hiring demands.
• Oversee contracting negotiations with employment agencies in alignment with company policies and standards.
• Represent the company at community outreach programs, career expos, and industry networking events to strengthen employer branding.
• Ensure all hiring practices comply with federal and state regulations and adhere to internal policies and standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, or human resources, preferably in a corporate or multi-location environment.
• Proficiency in full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Strong knowledge of applicant tracking systems and human resources information systems.
• Familiarity with employment regulations and compliance standards.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills to address hiring challenges effectively.

If you are interested, give us a call today at 920-666-6382!