<p>We are looking for a skilled Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Appleton, WI. In this role, you will play a key part in driving recruitment efforts across multiple locations, ensuring the organization attracts and secures top talent for a variety of positions. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment within the manufacturing industry and contribute to the success of the company’s workforce strategies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate with the HR team to understand and assess hiring requirements for a wide range of positions, including corporate, technical, skilled trade, and administrative roles spanning multiple locations.</li><li>Handle the entire recruitment process from start to finish, including sourcing potential candidates, leading interviews, negotiating employment offers, and ensuring smooth pre-onboarding activities.</li><li>Strategically craft and manage job advertisements across the company's career portal, online job boards, and industry-specific platforms to maximize outreach.</li><li>Use the applicant tracking system (ATS) to maintain candidate data, monitor recruitment efficiency, and generate detailed reports.</li><li>Compile hiring reports to guide workforce planning decisions and provide actionable insights to leadership.</li><li>Perform comprehensive research on market compensation trends to guarantee competitive salary offerings.</li><li>Cultivate strong partnerships with external staffing agencies and recruiters to address specialized or high-volume hiring demands.</li><li>Oversee contracting negotiations with employment agencies in alignment with company policies and standards.</li><li>Represent the company at community outreach programs, career expos, and industry networking events to strengthen employer branding.</li><li>Ensure all hiring practices comply with federal and state regulations and adhere to internal policies and standards.</li></ul><p><br></p>