• Talent Acquisition Specialist

    Aston Carter (Merrillville, IN)


    Work Environment

     

    It follows a remote-first model with occasional on-site expectations, preferably for someone based in Northwest Indiana. Travel to facilities may be required quarterly, with corporate facilities located in Merryville, IN, and Fulton Market (in Chicago). Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm.

    Job Description

    The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for providing staffing support to various departments within the organization. This role involves managing the entire hiring process from vacancy identification to the placement of new hires. The position is considered a hybrid role, primarily remote with occasional on-site requirements, and reports to the Manager of Talent Acquisition.

    Responsibilities

    + Oversee the full-cycle recruitment efforts for specified positions.

    + Create and post job descriptions via various media platforms.

    + Source applicant resumes to find potential matches for open vacancies.

    + Interview job applicants and make recommendations to hiring managers.

    + Coordinate and schedule follow-up interviews as needed.

    + Facilitate feedback sessions and lead the decision-making process.

    + Extend job offers to selected candidates.

    + Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork using the Paycom Applicant Tracking system.

    + Coordinate the post-offer screening and background check process.

    + Ensure new hires receive all necessary information for orientation and starting their position.

    + Analyze employment-related data and prepare necessary reports.

    + Attend external recruitment events and job fairs to represent and build the organization's brand.

    Essential Skills

    + 1-3 years of previous experience in Talent Acquisition.

    + Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent.

    + Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems, with familiarity in Paycom preferred.

    + Ability to build and foster strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.

    + Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

    + Ability to manage full-cycle recruiting processes.

    + Strong relationship management skills.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Familiarity with Workday as a secondary ATS preference.

    + Willingness to travel domestically 2-4 times a year for recruitment events.

    + Ability to coordinate and manage multiple tasks and priorities.

    + Experience in both operational and scientific recruiting is advantageous.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 remote position.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2025.

    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.

     

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.