Talent Acquisition Specialist (Contract)

A contract, part-time Talent Acquisition Specialist will lead full-cycle recruitment across multiple departments, collaborating with HR to source, engage, and hire top talent while supporting offers, onboarding, and candidate experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment for open roles across multiple departments
• Post and manage job listings on job boards, social channels, and internal platforms
• Track candidate activity within the applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Proactively cold-call passive and active candidates to generate interest
• Develop targeted outreach campaigns to engage hard-to-reach talent pools
• Build and maintain relationships with candidates for current and future hiring needs
• Consistently follow up with prospects to advance them through the recruitment pipeline
• Source qualified candidates via LinkedIn, Indeed, job boards, resume databases, and networks
• Review and evaluate resumes for role fit and cultural alignment
• Maintain a pipeline of pre-vetted candidates for recurring and anticipated openings
• Utilize Boolean search techniques and sourcing tools to identify top talent
• Schedule and coordinate phone screens, virtual, and in-person interviews
• Prepare candidates with interview details, role information, and company background
• Collect and summarize post-interview feedback from hiring managers
• Communicate interview outcomes and next steps to candidates promptly
• Lead compensation discussions and present offers aligned with pay bands and market data
• Negotiate terms including salary, benefits, start dates, and other components as needed
• Collaborate with the HR Manager to ensure offers are competitive and budget-conscious
• Guide candidates through the offer acceptance process and address questions
• Coordinate with the HR Generalist to support onboarding and pre-employment processes
• Provide regular recruitment updates and pipeline metrics to the HR Manager
• Contribute to continuous improvements of recruitment workflows and candidate experience

Requirements

• Experience in a collaborative HR team environment alongside HR Generalists
• Familiarity with compensation benchmarking tools and market data resources
• Proven experience in cold calling and direct sourcing of candidates
• Proven ability to negotiate compensation packages and close candidates effectively
• Knowledge of employment law and hiring compliance best practices
• Proficiency with ATS and sourcing platforms (LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, etc.)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with rapid rapport-building ability
• Highly organized with the capacity to manage multiple open requisitions simultaneously

Technologies

• Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• LinkedIn Recruiter
• Indeed

Benefits

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule

Overview

This part-time contract role spans approximately 3 to 4 months. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will drive hiring initiatives by managing the full-cycle recruitment process to attract, identify, and hire top talent across the organization. The role requires a proactive, results-oriented approach and strong sourcing capabilities.

Working Conditions

• 25-30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, in-office, with production area involvement as required
• Standing and walking, occasionally for extended periods, within manufacturing facilities
• Sitting and typing at a computer
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Office environment at a workstation
• Shop floor environment may include elevated noise and temperatures near ovens, with moving equipment nearby

Facility Specific

• ISO 45001 Health and Safety management system standard
• ISO 14001 Environmental Management system standard
• IATF 16949 Technical Specification Management and Linamar Quality Basics standards
• Compliance with Linamar’s Global Operating System (GOS)
• Support and demonstrate Linamar's Core Values and Leadership Behaviors
• Maintain department 5S requirements

Application Questions

• Will you now or in the future require employment visa sponsorship?
• Do you understand that this is a part-time, contract position?

Experience

• Recruiting: 3 years preferred

Ability to Commute

Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 (Required)

Work Location

In person