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Mid level contract recruiter jobs go to recruiters ready to own full-cycle requisitions end to end, guide junior team members, and drive hiring decisions with limited oversight. Openings are 60% remote or hybrid, concentrated across Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Energy, with Anduril, Gatik, and Jabil hiring at this level now.
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Join Our Team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist (Fixed-Term Contract) at Johnson Electric!
Location: Vandalia, Ohio (Onsite)
Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000 annually, based on experience
Vacancy Type: Fixed-Term Contract (Up to 6 Months)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift
Relocation: Not Available
Travel: Up to 10% within the United States as needed
As our next Talent Acquisition Specialist, you'll play a key role in supporting Johnson Electric's hiring needs across the United States. This position will lead recruitment efforts for production and manufacturing roles at our Vandalia facility while also supporting professional, technical, and corporate hiring across multiple U.S. locations. In addition, you'll contribute to strategic talent acquisition projects designed to improve recruiting effectiveness, candidate experience, and hiring outcomes.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Join a global manufacturing leader that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Partner directly with leaders across multiple business functions and locations.
- Gain exposure to both high-volume manufacturing recruitment and professional-level talent acquisition.
- Participate in strategic recruiting initiatives that help shape the future of our workforce.
- Work in a fast-paced environment where your contributions have immediate business impact.
- Be part of a collaborative HR and Talent Acquisition team committed to excellence and growth.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for manufacturing, skilled trades, technical, and professional positions.
- Source, screen, interview, and assess candidates using a variety of recruiting channels and sourcing strategies.
- Partner with hiring managers to develop recruiting plans, provide market insights, and deliver top talent.
- Coordinate interviews and ensure an exceptional candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
- Prepare and extend employment offers and support pre-employment activities, including reference checks.
- Maintain accurate information in Workday and ensure compliance with company hiring processes.
- Support hiring events, workforce planning initiatives, and talent acquisition projects.
- Analyze recruiting activity and identify opportunities for process improvement and increased hiring efficiency.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and other HR-related projects as assigned.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of full-cycle recruitment experience.
- Experience recruiting for manufacturing, production, skilled trades, engineering, supply chain, or professional positions.
- Strong interviewing, candidate assessment, and sourcing skills.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building abilities.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, accountability, and customer service.
- Experience using Workday Recruiting or another Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Experience supporting high-volume hiring initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of employment laws and recruitment compliance requirements.
- Experience with direct sourcing, LinkedIn Recruiter, and talent pipelining strategies.
How to Apply:
Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com - We can't wait to meet you!
What We Offer:
Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere.
Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
In accordance with applicable equal employment opportunity laws, Johnson Electric is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.
Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our recruitment and selection process.
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
Join Our Team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist (Fixed-Term Contract) at Johnson Electric!
Location: Vandalia, Ohio (Onsite)
Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000 annually, based on experience
Vacancy Type: Fixed-Term Contract (Up to 6 Months)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift
Relocation: Not Available
Travel: Up to 10% within the United States as needed
As our next Talent Acquisition Specialist, you'll play a key role in supporting Johnson Electric's hiring needs across the United States. This position will lead recruitment efforts for production and manufacturing roles at our Vandalia facility while also supporting professional, technical, and corporate hiring across multiple U.S. locations. In addition, you'll contribute to strategic talent acquisition projects designed to improve recruiting effectiveness, candidate experience, and hiring outcomes.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Join a global manufacturing leader that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Partner directly with leaders across multiple business functions and locations.
- Gain exposure to both high-volume manufacturing recruitment and professional-level talent acquisition.
- Participate in strategic recruiting initiatives that help shape the future of our workforce.
- Work in a fast-paced environment where your contributions have immediate business impact.
- Be part of a collaborative HR and Talent Acquisition team committed to excellence and growth.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for manufacturing, skilled trades, technical, and professional positions.
- Source, screen, interview, and assess candidates using a variety of recruiting channels and sourcing strategies.
- Partner with hiring managers to develop recruiting plans, provide market insights, and deliver top talent.
- Coordinate interviews and ensure an exceptional candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
- Prepare and extend employment offers and support pre-employment activities, including reference checks.
- Maintain accurate information in Workday and ensure compliance with company hiring processes.
- Support hiring events, workforce planning initiatives, and talent acquisition projects.
- Analyze recruiting activity and identify opportunities for process improvement and increased hiring efficiency.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and other HR-related projects as assigned.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of full-cycle recruitment experience.
- Experience recruiting for manufacturing, production, skilled trades, engineering, supply chain, or professional positions.
- Strong interviewing, candidate assessment, and sourcing skills.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building abilities.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, accountability, and customer service.
- Experience using Workday Recruiting or another Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Experience supporting high-volume hiring initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of employment laws and recruitment compliance requirements.
- Experience with direct sourcing, LinkedIn Recruiter, and talent pipelining strategies.
How to Apply:
Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com - We can't wait to meet you!
What We Offer:
Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere.
Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
In accordance with applicable equal employment opportunity laws, Johnson Electric is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.
Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our recruitment and selection process.
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
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Mid Level Contract Recruiter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level contract recruiter job?
Lead with evidence of ownership: full-cycle recruiting you ran independently, requisition loads you managed, and hiring outcomes you influenced. Tailor your resume to show depth in sourcing strategy, candidate assessment, and stakeholder communication. Highlight any specialization, such as a particular function or industry you recruit for consistently, because mid level roles reward recruiters who have developed a repeatable, defensible approach to filling roles.
Which companies hire mid level contract recruiters?
Companies hiring mid level contract recruiters right now include Anduril, Gatik, and Jabil, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from organizations scaling their talent functions, managing high-volume pipelines, or backfilling experienced recruiters on project-based contracts.
Are there remote mid level contract recruiter jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid arrangements are common at this experience level. About 60% of mid level contract recruiter openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed recruiting work has become across industries. On-site roles exist mainly for companies where close coordination with hiring managers or HR teams is operationally important.
How do I move up to a mid level contract recruiter role?
Moving into a mid level contract recruiter role comes from building demonstrated ownership over time: graduating from assisted work to running requisitions independently, developing a sourcing approach that works consistently, and accumulating measurable results like offer acceptance rates or time-to-fill improvements. Taking on harder roles, supporting junior colleagues, and earning trust from hiring managers builds the foundation employers look for when hiring at this level.
Which industries hire the most mid level contract recruiters?
Mid Level contract recruiter roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors tend to run ongoing or cyclical hiring at scale, which creates sustained demand for experienced contract recruiters who can operate independently without a long ramp-up period.