Talent Operations - Talent Champion

Peak Toolworks; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Toolworks is seeking a Talent Champion to lead full-cycle recruiting for U.S. positions and partner with hiring managers to identify top talent. You will drive onboarding, engagement, and employee relations while shaping a positive workplace culture.

In this role, you will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, coordinate background checks, and support HR programs including benefits and recognition. A bachelor's in HR or business is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruiting and talent operations.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and Talent best practices.
• High level of discretion and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for U.S. positions and partner with managers to attract talent.
• Coordinate background checks and employment verifications.
• Deliver onboarding and orientation experiences for new hires.
• Support Talent programs including benefits, leave administration, recognition, and engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and Talent best practices.
• Review weekly payroll and partner with payroll teams as backup processor.
• Manage offboarding processes and conduct exit feedback analysis.
• Track and report Talent metrics to support business decisions.
• Partner with Operations on safety reviews and incident follow-ups.
• Coordinate community outreach to enhance employer brand.

Skills

Recruiting

Talent operations

Communication

Prioritization

HR laws & practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Job description

We're looking for a people-focused, detail-oriented Talent professional to join our team as a Talent Champion. In this role, you'll be at the center of the employee experience - driving recruitment, onboarding, engagement, and employee relations while helping shape a positive and high-performing workplace culture.

If you enjoy building strong partnerships, improving processes, and making a real impact on employees' day-to-day experience, we'd love to connect.

What You'll Do:

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for all U.S. positions, partnering with hiring managers to identify and attract top talent.
• Coordinate background checks and employment verifications.
• Deliver engaging onboarding and orientation experiences for new hires.
• Support Talent programs including benefits, leave administration, recognition, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with multi- federal, state, and local employment laws and Talent best practices.
• Review weekly payroll for accuracy and partner with U.S. and Canada payroll teams (serve as backup processor).
• Manage offboarding processes, including exit interviews and feedback analysis.
• Track and report on Talent metrics to support business decisions.
• Partner with Operations on safety reviews and incident follow-ups.
• Community partnerships by coordinating outreach initiatives, supporting local events, and enhancing the organization's employer brand within the community.
• Support managers with employee relations and performance management.
• Respond to employee questions and help maintain a positive, supportive workplace environment.

What You Bring:

• Experience in recruiting and talent operations.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and Talent best practices.
• High level of discretion and attention to detail.

Why Join Us?

You'll play a key role in shaping the employee experience while working alongside a collaborative team that values people, performance, and continuous improvement.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in Human Resources, Talent Operations, or Recruiting.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with full-cycle recruiting and onboarding processes.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems and payroll processes (multi-state and/or Canada experience is a plus) (Dayforce experience is a plus).
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting employee relations and performance management initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with HR analytics/reporting tools is a plus.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or other HR certification preferred (not required).