Talent Acquisition Specialist - Operations

Tennant Company•Eden Prairie, MN

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is a critical partner to Tennant’s Operations and Manufacturing organizations, responsible for delivering high‑volume, high‑impact recruiting solutions that enable our factories and distribution centers to operate at peak performance. This role leads full‑cycle recruitment for hourly operations employees and select manufacturing engineering roles, partnering closely with Hiring Managers, HR Business Partners, and site leadership across our Golden Valley, MN; Holland, MI; and Louisville, KY locations. This position plays a key role in building strong talent pipelines, supporting workforce planning needs, and delivering an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience in fast‑paced, operational environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Marketing, Operations, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
Minimum of 3+ years of talent acquisition experience.
High-volume hourly recruiting experience.
Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or operations environments.
Demonstrated ability to recruit for a wide range of roles, from entry‑level hourly positions to technical and engineering talent.
Strong experience using Applicant Tracking Systems and recruitment technology to manage high applicant volumes.
Willingness to travel occasionally to manufacturing and distribution sites and attend hiring events as business needs require.
Proven ability to work effectively with HR Business Partners, hiring managers, and cross‑functional teams in fast‑paced environments.
Comfortable operating in ambiguity, managing competing priorities, and adjusting recruiting strategies to meet changing operational needs.
Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with a strong focus on process, compliance, and follow‑through.
Ability to make independent decisions and manage multiple requisitions while maintaining quality and candidate experience.

Nice To Haves

Strong preference for high-volume hourly recruiting.
Strong preference for manufacturing, distribution, or operations environments.

Responsibilities

Lead full‑cycle recruiting efforts for hourly operations, skilled trades, and manufacturing engineering roles, in close partnership with HR Business Partners and site leadership.
Execute high‑volume recruiting strategies to support production, distribution, and operational staffing needs across multiple locations.
Manage all aspects of the recruitment lifecycle, including job postings, resume review, interviews, assessments, offers, and onboarding coordination.
Proactively source, attract, and engage qualified candidates using job boards, social media, referrals, community partnerships, and creative sourcing methods.
Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for recurring and hard‑to‑fill operational roles, anticipating hiring needs based on workforce plans and turnover trends.
Support Tennant’s employment brand and local community engagement efforts related to hiring.
Educate candidates on job requirements, work schedules, benefits, compensation, incentive programs, and Tennant’s safety‑first and performance‑driven culture.
Provide data‑driven insights and recruiting guidance to HR Business Partners and hiring leaders, including market trends, time‑to‑fill, and pipeline health.
Deliver a positive candidate experience through clear communication, consistent follow‑up, and efficient process management.
Participate in local hiring events, job fairs, school and technical college partnerships, and community outreach activities as needed.
Leverage applicant tracking systems and recruitment technology to ensure accurate tracking, dispositioning, compliance, and reporting.