Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Reports To: Senior Director Human Resources
Location: Onsite - Hillside Illinois

Salary Range: $57000-$65000 Annually

Join Midway Staffing: Empowering Careers Driving Success

At Midway Staffing Inc. one of the fastest-growing light industrial staffing firms we take pride in our ability to source top-tier talent for light industrial positions including manufacturing warehouse logistics production and skilled trades.. Our mission is clear: we connect people with the best opportunities at the most reputable businesses in the area. We dont just fill positions; we solve problems drive growth and cultivate long-term partnerships.

We offer customized solutions for direct-to-hire contract-to-hire and contract placements ensuring that all candidates are thoroughly vetted and prepared to meet workforce challenges. This allows our clients to focus on what they do bestwhile we handle the recruitment complexities.

Core Values:

• Reliable: We follow throughevery time. Trust is the foundation of everything we do.
  

• Relentless: We push past challenges to deliver results and uncover opportunities.
  

• Team Player: We succeed together supporting one another to achieve what seems impossible.
  

Why Join Midway Staffing

If youre ready to make a real impact build genuine relationships and be part of a high-performing team Midway Staffing is the place for you. We dont just talk about doing things differentlywe take action to make it happen.

Position Summary:

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Midway Staffing youll support and manage the full-cycle recruitment process for key internal roles that are essential to our daily operations and long-term growth. This is more than just a recruitment role its about making a meaningful impact by sourcing attracting and placing top-tier talent that drives our organization forward.

In this dynamic position youll collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand their needs and identify candidates who align with the core values and goals of Midway Staffing and our sister companies. Youll have the opportunity to build strong relationships match great people with the right opportunities and contribute to a thriving team culture.

This is your opportunity to grow your career while contributing to a company that values people performance and purpose. Your knowledge of talent acquisition practices adaptability to market trends and dedication to delivering a positive candidate experience will help drive the continued growth and success of Midway Staffing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with hiring managers to fully understand their staffing requirements and develop tailored recruiting solutions that meet team-specific needs and organizational goals.

• Conduct initial phone screens to assess candidates qualifications skills and cultural alignment through interviews leveraging data-driven insights to ensure an optimal match with both role requirements and company culture.

• Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers and leadership providing timely feedback to candidates and hiring teams.

• Prepare and extend job offers and manage pre-employment processes collaborating with operations to ensure smooth onboarding for new internal hires.

• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline by continuously nurturing relationships with top-tier candidates ensuring a steady flow of qualified candidates to meet current and future business needs.

• Provide a seamless transparent and engaging candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey fostering long-term relationships and positioning the company as an employer of choice.

• Implement targeted results-oriented recruitment strategies that align with organizational hiring goals timelines and business needs ensuring efficiency and high-quality hires.

• Leverage cutting-edge applicant tracking systems (ATS) to streamline processes enhance candidate management and maintain accurate real-time data for decision-making.

• Stay ahead of recruitment trends and best practices continuously refining sourcing techniques and processes to drive innovation and attract the best talent in a competitive market.

• Track and report on key recruitment metrics

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Human Resources or a related field or equivalent professional experience.

• 3 years of demonstrated success in recruitment or talent acquisition roles ideally within a staffing agency corporate setting or similar fast-paced environments.

• In-depth knowledge of the end-to-end recruitment process including innovative sourcing strategies candidate screening and selection techniques.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and build rapport with candidates and hiring managers fostering positive and productive partnerships.

• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other advanced recruiting software/tools to streamline workflows and enhance candidate tracking.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced results-driven environment.

• Proficiency in Google Suite or similar software with the ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies.

• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Benefits:

• Career Advancement: Unlock opportunities for growth and development within a fast-expanding organization with clear pathways for career progression.

• Incentive Opportunities: Enjoy a competitive compensation structure including placements commissions and quarterly bonus potential.

• Comprehensive Training: Receive paid hands-on training designed to set you up for long-term success and equip you with the tools you need to excel in your role.

• Competitive Benefits Package: Benefit from a robust package that includes medical dental vision life/AD&D insurance and 401(k) options for eligible employees.

• Additional Perks: Enjoy a cell phone allowance and mileage reimbursement to support your work-life balance and day-to-day needs.

Midway Staffing is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability status protected veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic or group status.

We are committed to creating a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace where individuals of all abilities are welcomed and supported. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process please contact us at Include the nature of your request and your contact information and we will be happy to assist you.