Talented Acquisition Specialist

Elevate Human Capital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevate Human Capital seeks a Talent Acquisition Specialist to support a client in the Houston area. The role focuses on high-volume recruiting and onboarding for general labor and production positions, managing the full lifecycle, and delivering a positive candidate experience.

The ideal candidate has experience with ATS and HRIS, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume recruiting and onboarding.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, production, or light industrial environments is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and timelines.
• Develop sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, referrals, and networks.
• Create and manage job requisitions in ATS.
• Review resumes and conduct initial screenings for qualifications and fit.
• Coordinate interviews and collect feedback to guide decisions.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future needs.
• Document recruitment activities in ATS platforms and prepare offer letters.

Skills

High-volume recruiting

Onboarding coordination

Candidate experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ATS

HRIS

Job description

EHC is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist for a Client in the Houston Area

Job Type: Temporary / Contract
Status: Full-Time
Start Date: 10/12/2026
End Date: 11/22/2026
Estimated Duration: 42 Days
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM or 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Interview Process:
The hiring manager will review qualified resumes and schedule phone interviews, with selected candidates potentially advancing to in-person interviews.

Position Overview

A leading industrial services organization is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to support high-volume recruiting and onboarding efforts for general labor and production positions across an assigned region. This role is responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle, building strong talent pipelines, and partnering with hiring managers and candidates to deliver an efficient and positive hiring experience.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, is comfortable managing multiple priorities, and has experience working with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR platforms. This position plays a key role in supporting workforce growth and operational success.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, position requirements, and hiring timelines.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, employee referrals, networking, and talent databases.
• Create and manage job requisitions within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Review resumes and conduct initial candidate screenings to assess qualifications, experience, and fit.
• Coordinate interviews, gather hiring manager feedback, and facilitate hiring decisions.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future staffing needs.
• Accurately document recruitment activities and candidate information within ATS platforms.
• Prepare, revise, and distribute offer letters to selected candidates.

Onboarding & Compliance

• Facilitate completion of new hire documentation, onboarding tasks, and required employment forms.
• Manage the onboarding process from offer acceptance through start date to ensure a seamless new hire experience.
• Monitor completion of pre-employment requirements, including background checks, drug screenings, onboarding paperwork, and system access requests.
• Track recruiting and onboarding activities using ATS and HRIS platforms.
• Review pre-employment screening results and elevate items requiring further review according to established policies.
• Partner with compliance and system support teams to resolve onboarding issues and process delays.
• Ensure onboarding procedures align with company policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to support audits and compliance reviews.

Candidate & Hiring Manager Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring process.
• Address questions, resolve issues, and elevate concerns when appropriate.
• Provide guidance to field operations and hiring teams regarding recruiting and onboarding processes.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience from application through start date.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support special projects and other Human Resources initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in high-volume recruiting and/or employee onboarding.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, production, warehouse, or light industrial environments preferred.
• Strong proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer-based work.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds when necessary.
• Moderate noise levels in the work environment.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.