Talent Acquisition SpecialistAbout the Role We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing team and play a key role in attracting top talent across our corporate functions, U.S. plant operations, and global partners. This position supports a diverse range of salaried roles and works closely with HR Business Partners, hiring managers, and Latin American teams to deliver a seamless, relationship-driven candidate experience. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong partnerships, and is passionate about delivering a best-in-class hiring experience. What You’ll Do + Manage 22–25 salaried requisitions at a time, with the ability to support 27+ requisitions during peak hiring periods + Own the full recruitment lifecycle, including: + Intake meetings with hiring managers + Candidate sourcing and outreach + Resume review and pre-screening + Presenting qualified candidates to hiring managers + Participating in interview processes + Supporting offer development and delivery + Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates, ensuring timely communication and a positive, engaging experience + Post and manage job openings across internal and external platforms, maintaining accurate data in Workday ATS + Partner with HR Shared Services on back ground checks, drug screens, and onboarding activities + Leverage AI-enabled tools within Workday for candidate ranking and sourcing insights + Track and report hiring activity using tools such as Power BI, supporting fill-time goals and business leader updates + Support hiring for corporate teams, U.S. plants, operational roles, and internship programs + Collaborate with Latin American teams to ensure global alignment and best practices + Assist with recruitment marketing, job fairs, events, and employer branding initiatives as needed What You Bring Required Qualifications + 1–3 years of experience in recruiting or talent acquisition + Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS); Workday preferred + Strong communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills + Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment + Proven ability to partner effectively with hiring managers, HR partners, and business stakeholders Preferred Qualifications + Experience recruiting in manufacturing or plant environments + Exposure to global or multicultural teams + Comfort working with data, metrics, and recruiting dashboards + Experience with Workday or other HRIS platforms Work Environment & What We Offer + Collaborative, people-focused campus environment + Flexible interview scheduling to support business needs + Opportunities for professional development and career growth + A role where your work directly impacts the success of teams across the organization Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $40.85/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 hybrid position in Saint Paul,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 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® double diamond 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. 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