Talent Acquisition Specialist
About The Position
This 90-day temporary assignment provides immediate recruiting and HR support within a local manufacturing organization. The specialist manages full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried roles, oversees onboarding and staffing coordination, and maintains HR systems and compliance. The role suits someone who can take ownership, adapt to a fast-paced environment, work independently, and make an immediate impact with minimal training. The position is 100% onsite in a manufacturing and office environment in Versailles, Kentucky, with typical hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The assignment is planned for 90 days, with an anticipated end around early January and possible extension based on business needs. The role uses ATS and HRIS platforms and standard office technology, with frequent collaboration with hiring managers, HR colleagues, and staffing partners.
Requirements
- 35+ years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or HR operations.
- Demonstrated full-cycle recruiting experience across a variety of roles, including hourly and salaried positions.
- Hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
- Experience with onboarding, including new-hire orientation and documentation.
- Experience coordinating with staffing agencies and managing temp-to-hire conversions.
- Understanding of employment law and I-9 compliance requirements.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal training and quickly integrate into an established operation.
- Customer service mindset focused on positive experiences for candidates and internal stakeholders.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in manufacturing, industrial, automotive, warehouse, or distribution environments.
- Experience supporting safety orientation and training compliance.
- HR operations experience in high-volume or fast-paced settings.
- Comfort working with data and records in ATS and HRIS systems.
- Interest in gaining or expanding HR experience in manufacturing environments.
- Ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and external partners.
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried positions, from requisition creation through offer acceptance.
- Create clear, compelling job postings and requisitions aligned with workforce needs.
- Prepare and issue offers and candidate communications in a timely, professional manner.
- Source candidates through multiple channels and proactively build talent pipelines.
- Screen resumes and conduct initial candidate assessments.
- Coordinate candidates through interviews, feedback, and next steps.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and staffing priorities.
- Collaborate with external staffing agencies to meet hiring needs and maintain staffing partnerships.
- Coordinate temp-to-hire conversions for employees and managers.
- Support new-hire onboarding and orientation.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in ATS and HRIS platforms.
- Support I-9 and employment verification processes in accordance with employment law and company policies.
- Assist with onboarding compliance activities and new-hire documentation.
- Coordinate required safety orientation and training, and maintain related records.
- Provide responsive, customer-focused service to candidates, hiring managers, and internal stakeholders.
- Adapt to the established operation and contribute ideas to improve recruiting and HR processes.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, if eligible.
- Dental insurance, if eligible.
- Vision insurance, if eligible.
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage, if eligible.
- 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, if eligible.
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for the employee and dependents, if eligible.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage, if eligible.
- Health Spending Account (HSA), if eligible.
- Transportation benefits, if eligible.
- Employee Assistance Program, if eligible.
- Time off or leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, if eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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