Operations Talent Acquisition Partner (Contract to Hire)

Aston Carter

Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 41,000

Full time

9 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead operations-focused recruitment and partner with plant operations and corporate leaders to attract, hire, and retain top talent. This role coaches and guides talent management, from onboarding to engagement, aligning with enterprise initiatives and ensuring a strong associate experience.

You will own full life-cycle recruiting for Cedar Rapids operations, manage dashboards, and report KPIs while collaborating with HR, Talent

Qualifications

Experience in recruiting or talent acquisition, with exposure to full life-cycle recruiting processes including sourcing, screening, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding.
Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS), with a strong preference for experience using UKG.
Ability to use recruiting technologies and tools such as CRM systems, Boolean search methods, LinkedIn, Indeed, and other social media platforms to attract active and passive candidates.
Foundational knowledge of human resources practices, particularly in talent acquisition and associate experience.
Strong customer service mindset with the ability to support and partner effectively with hiring managers, employees, and candidates.
Ability to understand and interpret legal requirements and government reporting regulations related to HR and ensure compliance in policies and practices.
Capability to integrate EEOC requirements into HR and business processes.
Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to act as a trusted advisor and employee advocate.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple requisitions, dashboards, records, and HR processes simultaneously.
Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with candidates, employees, and leadership at all levels.
Proactive, go-getter personality with the initiative to drive recruiting activities and talent projects forward.
Bachelors degree or at least 2 years of recruiting experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and actively support the companys safety culture and core values in all talent acquisition and HR activities.
Act as the primary liaison between plant management and corporate headquarters for recruitment, training, and related talent topics.
Implement, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for talent acquisition activities across Cedar Rapids operations.
Partner with business leaders, HR, and Talent Management to design proactive talent strategies aligned with business objectives.
Serve as an industry talent advisor to hiring teams by understanding real job requirements at both technical and results levels, and by providing insights on market availability, demand, competitors, and talent pipelines.
Manage recruitment dashboards and maintain the campus organizational chart to provide clear visibility into hiring activity and structure.
Perform full life-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and onboarding candidates.
Conduct new employee orientations to ensure a smooth and engaging onboarding experience.
Conduct stay interviews and exit interviews, and support disciplinary procedures as needed in collaboration with HR and leadership.
Leverage recruiting technologies such as CRM systems, applicant tracking systems (ideally UKG), Boolean search techniques, LinkedIn, Indeed, and other social media tools to identify and attract active and passive candidates.
Support brand recognition initiatives for the Cedar Rapids campus to enhance its visibility as an employer of choice.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions, ensuring that policies, procedures, and reporting remain compliant.
Ensure compliance with and integration of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) requirements into HR and business practices.
Serve as an employee advocate by balancing fair labor standards, company policies and practices, and business needs.
Coordinate and attend career fairs and similar events to build the employer brand and attract qualified candidates.
Manage the companys temporary labor needs and maintain effective relationships with external partners to meet business staffing requirements.
Work closely with key stakeholders to understand business needs and create integrated talent solutions that support growth and performance.
Conduct needs assessments to identify critical skill gaps and develop plans to address those gaps through hiring and talent development.
Support HR processes such as performance management cycles, engagement survey participation, action planning, and organizational talent reviews.
Facilitate record management for personnel records, medical records, training records, and archived materials, ensuring compliance with organizational and legal requirements.
Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of employee records and proper completion of all related forms and documentation.
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with business line leaders, corporate management, and employees at all levels.
Serve as the site liaison for benefits-related activities, including open enrollment, leaves of absence, and new hire benefits enrollment.
Support travel arrangements for candidates and international assignees such as expatriates and VIEs.
Lead the planning and coordination of company-sponsored events, social functions, and facility tours to support engagement and employer branding.