Talent Acquisition Specialist

Description

Position Summary

The Talent Acquisition & Staffing Specialist supports all hiring activity for the Morton Grove site by managing recruitment, coordinating interviews, and ensuring smooth operational processes across P&O. This role partners closely with hiring managers, approved staffing vendors, and candidates to deliver an efficient, compliant, and positive hiring experience.

Key Responsibilities

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

· Manage recruitment for hourly, professional, and technical roles at the Morton Grove site.

· Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, develop job postings, and create sourcing strategies.

· Screen applicants, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate hiring team evaluations.

· Build and maintain talent pipelines through proactive sourcing, networking, and community outreach.

· Ensure a high-quality candidate experience through timely communication and professional engagement.

Staffing Vendor Management

· Serve as the primary point of contact for approved staffing vendors supporting Morton Grove.

· Communicate hiring needs, job requirements, and candidate profiles to vendors to ensure alignment.

· Monitor vendor performance, candidate quality, and compliance with company standards.

· Coordinate onboarding and assignment details for temporary or contract workers sourced through vendors.

· Ensure vendor activity aligns with P&O policies, budget guidelines, and service-level expectations.

Interview & Hiring Coordination

· Coordinate all interview logistics, including scheduling, on-site arrangements, panel availability, and candidate travel when needed.

· Maintain clear communication with candidates and hiring managers throughout the interview process.

· Prepare interview materials, agendas, and evaluation tools to support hiring teams.

· Track interview outcomes and ensure timely follow-up and next steps.

Process Management & Compliance

· Maintain accurate and compliant records in the ATS and HR systems.

· Support offer development, background checks, pre-employment requirements, and new-hire documentation.

· Prepare recruiting dashboards, metrics, and reports for P&O leadership.

· Ensure all hiring activities comply with federal, state, and company policies.

Employer Branding & Talent Engagement

· Represent the company at job fairs, community events, and local partnerships.

· Support internal mobility initiatives and promote career opportunities within the organization.

· Contribute to recruitment marketing and employer branding content.

P&O Collaboration & Support

· Partner with P&O colleagues on workforce planning, staffing strategies, and site-level HR initiatives.

· Assist with onboarding activities, orientation sessions, and new-hire integration.

· Provide administrative support for P&O programs such as training coordination, employee engagement events, and compliance activities.

Required

· Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.

· 3+ years of recruiting or HR coordination experience.

· Experience coordinating interviews and managing multiple stakeholders.

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

· Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

· Experience with ATS and HRIS platforms.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Preferred

· Experience working with staffing vendors or managing contingent workforce programs.

· background in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or scientific recruiting.

· Familiarity with Paylocity, Workday, or similar systems.

· Knowledge of federal and state employment laws.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Morton Grove, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Morton Grove,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io (%View email address on click.appcast.io) for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.