Multi-Site Talent Acquisition Specialist - Food

QualiTech; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellison is a food solutions partner for brands demanding premium inclusions specific to their formula, process, consumer, and path to commercialization. The Talent Acquisition Specialist supports recruitment and onboarding within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment across multiple sites.

This role partners with hiring managers and HR leaders to identify staffing needs, source and screen qualified candidates, coordinate interviews, and support a consistent candidate experience.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of talent acquisition, recruiting, or HR experience in a high-volume environment.
• Knowledge of recruiting processes, onboarding requirements, and employment compliance practices.
• Strong communication, organization, follow-up, and candidate relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple open positions, priorities, and site needs in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle recruiting for hourly, technical, and select salaried roles across multiple food manufacturing sites.
• Source, screen, and evaluate candidates using job boards, referrals, and other channels.
• Coordinate interviews, onboarding, and pre-employment steps, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Develop talent pipelines to support current staffing and future succession needs.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Recruiting

HR experience

Communication

Multi-site coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Timekeeping systems

Job description

Ellison is a food solutions partner for brands demanding premium inclusions specific to their formula, process, consumer, and path to commercialization. The Talent Acquisition Specialist supports recruitment and onboarding within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment across multiple sites.

This role partners with hiring managers and HR leaders to identify staffing needs, source and screen qualified candidates, coordinate interviews, and support a consistent candidate experience.