Contract Recruiter - 6 month

101202 Johnson Electric North America, Inc.; Vandalia (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations available on request

Inclusive and diverse workplace

AI-assisted recruitment tools

Job summary

Johnson Electric is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist on a fixed-term contract to lead recruitment across the United States, with a focus on Vandalia's manufacturing roles. The role partners with multiple leaders and manages the full lifecycle from sourcing to offers.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with at least 3 years in recruitment, including manufacturing and technical hiring. Expect collaboration across business functions, a fast-paced environment, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of full-cycle recruitment experience.
• Experience recruiting for manufacturing, production, skilled trades, engineering, or professional roles.
• Strong interviewing, candidate assessment and sourcing skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience with Workday Recruiting or another ATS.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle for manufacturing, skilled trades, technical and professional roles.
• Source, screen, interview, and assess candidates across multiple channels.
• Partner with hiring managers to develop recruiting plans and deliver top talent.
• Coordinate interviews and ensure an exceptional candidate experience throughout the process.
• Prepare and extend employment offers and support pre-employment activities including reference checks.
• Maintain accurate data in Workday and ensure compliance with hiring processes.
• Support hiring events, workforce planning, and Talent Acquisition projects.
• Analyze recruiting activity to identify process improvement opportunities.

Skills

Interviewing

Sourcing

Candidate assessment

Communication

Organizational skills

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Workday Recruiting

ATS

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Job description

Join Our Team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist (Fixed-Term Contract) at Johnson Electric!

Location: Vandalia, Ohio (Onsite)
Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000 annually, based on experience
Vacancy Type: Fixed-Term Contract (Up to 6 Months)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift
Relocation: Not Available
Travel: Up to 10% within the United States as needed

As our next Talent Acquisition Specialist, you'll play a key role in supporting Johnson Electric's hiring needs across the United States. This position will lead recruitment efforts for production and manufacturing roles at our Vandalia facility while also supporting professional, technical, and corporate hiring across multiple U.S. locations. In addition, you'll contribute to strategic talent acquisition projects designed to improve recruiting effectiveness, candidate experience, and hiring outcomes.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

Join a global manufacturing leader that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Partner directly with leaders across multiple business functions and locations.

Gain exposure to both high-volume manufacturing recruitment and professional-level talent acquisition.

Participate in strategic recruiting initiatives that help shape the future of our workforce.

Work in a fast-paced environment where your contributions have immediate business impact.

Be part of a collaborative HR and Talent Acquisition team committed to excellence and growth.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for manufacturing, skilled trades, technical, and professional positions.
• Source, screen, interview, and assess candidates using a variety of recruiting channels and sourcing strategies.
• Partner with hiring managers to develop recruiting plans, provide market insights, and deliver top talent.
• Coordinate interviews and ensure an exceptional candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Prepare and extend employment offers and support pre-employment activities, including reference checks.
• Maintain accurate information in Workday and ensure compliance with company hiring processes.
• Support hiring events, workforce planning initiatives, and talent acquisition projects.
• Analyze recruiting activity and identify opportunities for process improvement and increased hiring efficiency.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and other HR-related projects as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of full-cycle recruitment experience.
• Experience recruiting for manufacturing, production, skilled trades, engineering, supply chain, or professional positions.
• Strong interviewing, candidate assessment, and sourcing skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, accountability, and customer service.
• Experience using Workday Recruiting or another Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience supporting high-volume hiring initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of employment laws and recruitment compliance requirements.
• Experience with direct sourcing, LinkedIn Recruiter, and talent pipelining strategies.

What We Offer:

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. In accordance with applicable equal employment opportunity laws, Johnson Electric is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process. Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our recruitment and selection process. Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.

About Johnson Electric Group

The Johnson Electric Group is a global leader in electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related electro-mechanical components. It serves a broad range of industries including Automotive, Smart Metering, Medical Devices, Business Equipment, Home Automation, Ventilation, White Goods, Power Tools, Lawn & Garden Equipment, Warehouse Automation, Liquid Cooling and Robotic joints. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and employs over 30,000 individuals in over 20 countries worldwide. Johnson Electric Holdings Limited is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (Stock Code: 179). For more information, visit johnsonelectric.com. Join our Talent Community!