Talent Acquisition Recruiter – Contract

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete recruiting life cycle for Operations, Engineering, R&D, and additional positions as required across various locations.

• Collaborate with hiring managers to establish role specifications, timelines, and necessary competencies; set expectations according to market dynamics.

• Identify and engage passive candidates through job boards, social media, databases, web mining, and unconventional channels.

• Develop and sustain talent pipelines for both high-volume and technical positions to meet future workforce demands.

• Evaluate applications, perform screening, coordinate interviews, and guide candidates through all stages of the hiring process.

• Maintain accuracy of data and adherence to processes within Workday and other recruiting platforms.

• Provide consistent communication and updates on progress to hiring managers, HR partners, and Talent Acquisition leadership.

• Ensure a top-notch candidate experience through prompt communication and professional interactions.

• Engage in Talent Acquisition initiatives aimed at enhancing processes or providing scalable support for business expansion.

⛳️ Requirements

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree; corporate recruiting experience is mandatory.

• Strong skills in sourcing and hunting with a background in high-volume or technical recruitment.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and influence hiring managers to make aligned decisions.

• Comprehensive knowledge of ATS platforms (Workday preferred) and contemporary sourcing tools.

• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with strong prioritization and time management abilities.

• Outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Problem-solving abilities with the skill to assess candidate markets and offer insights to hiring teams.

• Familiarity with the chemical, plastics, or semiconductor sector is advantageous.

• Proficiency in anticipating hiring challenges and proactively crafting solutions.

• Comfortable with navigating complex or evolving business requirements.

• Strong consultative abilities with the capacity to influence hiring managers.

• Exhibits sound judgment in balancing the urgency of business needs with the quality of hires.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Generous paid time off and holiday policies.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Inclusive company culture promoting diversity and teamwork.