Talent Operations Specialist Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

Title: Senior Talent Acquisition Partner – Professional & Corporate Functions
Company: Global Power Components – www.globalpowercomponents.com
Location: Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5-days/week)
Hire Type: Direct Hire

Position Overview:
The Senior Talent Acquisition Partner – Professional & Corporate Functions manages full-cycle recruiting for office and professional positions across the organization — including Sales, Engineering, Human Resources, Finance/Accounting, Supply Chain, Operations, Security, Safety, IT, Quality, Training, and Leadership roles. This position partners closely with department leaders and executives to understand hiring needs, build strong talent pipelines, and ensure a seamless, professional candidate experience from first contact through onboarding. This role is ideal for an experienced recruiter who excels at consultative partnerships with hiring managers, sourcing for specialized and leadership roles, and helping shape a strong employer brand in the professional talent market.

Key Responsibilities:
Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for professional, technical, and leadership roles across Sales, Engineering, HR, Finance/Accounting, Supply Chain, Operations, Security, Safety, IT, Quality, Training, and Leadership functions
• Build and maintain talent pipelines through proactive sourcing, networking, professional associations, industry groups, and online platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, job boards, ATS databases)
• Partner with colleges, universities, and professional/industry organizations to build pipelines for entry-level and experienced professional talent
• Stay current on labor market trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor hiring practices for office and professional roles

Recruitment & Hiring

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for office and professional positions, including job posting development, sourcing, screening, interview coordination, assessments, reference checks, and offer negotiation
• Partner closely with hiring managers and department leaders across all functions to understand staffing needs, role requirements, and team dynamics
• Lead recruiting for specialized and executive-level roles, applying discretion, confidentiality, and consultative guidance appropriate to the level
• Guide hiring managers through interview best practices, structured interviewing, and selection decisions
• Ensure timely, professional communication and a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process

Operations & Administration

• Manage requisitions, candidate records, and recruiting workflows within the applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Ensure compliance with company policies, employment laws, and EEO requirements throughout the recruiting process
• Partner with HR and onboarding teams to ensure a smooth transition from offer to first day, including coordination of onboarding events and orientation for new professional hires
• Assist with special HR projects, workforce planning initiatives, and organizational staffing strategy as needed

Requirements:

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a focus on professional, technical, or corporate roles (manufacturing or industrial industry experience a strong plus)
• Demonstrated experience recruiting across multiple functional areas (e.g., Sales, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, Safety, IT, Quality, Training, or Leadership)
• Strong consultative skills with the ability to build trusted relationships with hiring managers and executives
• Excellent communication, organizational, and negotiation skills
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS); Workday Recruiting or other HRIS platforms and sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter preferred
• Knowledge of employment laws, EEO compliance, and recruiting best practices
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience
• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Global Power Components is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Global Power Components is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.