Talent Acquisition Specialist

Ready to See the Difference in your career? Cherry Optical Lab is growing fast and we're looking for great people to grow with us! As a nationally recognized leader in optical lens manufacturing (and proudly named one of Wisconsin's Best Places to Work in Manufacturing in 2024), we're obsessed with two things: making the world's best lenses and making the world's happiest people — our team members, our customers, and their patients who rely on our craftsmanship. We're expanding our onsite Human Resources team and are looking for a personable, forward thinking, curious, and upbeat human who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and wants to help people see the world more clearly. What You'll Do Manage full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried roles (production, skilled trades, administrative, and leadership) Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, role requirements, and hiring priorities Learn and understand each role within the lab to better match candidates to department needs Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies to build strong candidate pipelines (job boards, referrals, community outreach, etc.) Review resumes, phone screen candidates and coordinate the interview process Ensure a timely and efficient hiring process, with a focus on staffing the right people in the right seats the first time Maintain positive rapport and consistent communication with candidates throughout the hiring process Extend offers and support pre-employment processes Track and report on recruiting metrics (time-to-fill, applicant flow, offer acceptance rate) Ensure compliance with all employment laws and company policies What Makes You a Great Fit Comfortable utilizing a variety of communication platforms including instant messaging, phone calls, and in-person Sense of urgency and responsiveness Strong follow-through and attention to detail Relationship-driven and approachable Problem-solving and adaptability "Seeker of Better" mentality What Success Looks Like Roles are filled quickly with qualified candidates Hiring managers feel supported and informed Candidates have a positive, professional and bespoke experience New hires are engaged and retained beyond the first 90 days Work Environment Combination of office and manufacturing floor exposure Regular interaction with production leaders and team members Supports multiple shifts as well as off-shift hiring needs How to Stand Out Have prior recruiting experience, preferably in manufacturing or high-volume environments or equivalent education Prior experience hiring for hourly and/or skilled labor roles Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple open roles at once Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting tools

Why You'll Love Being Part of Our Growth Happy People:

Our culture is built on the principle that every team member matters. We foster an environment where open communication and positive feedback are the norms— We believe that extraordinary craftsmanship stems from a team that genuinely enjoys coming to work every day.

Purpose:

We are responsible for creating custom lenses for people all over the country that need to see better! Our team members truly care about the work they do, our leaders are authentic and the rewards and "extras" that team members enjoy reflect our high performing culture.

Innovation:

Join a collaborative workplace where cutting edge tech meets creative thinking. Team members take pride in using our state-of-the-art machinery and processes to create the highest quality lenses for people around the country. Work‑

Life Harmony:

Consistent schedules and a generous benefits package support your wellbeing inside and outside of work. If you're ready to join a growing company and become one of our Happy People, now's the time. Apply today and help us change the way the world sees — one lens at a time.

Work Location:

Onsite;

Green Bay, WI Days & Hours:

Monday - Friday, mainly daytime hours understanding that we support multiple shifts so there may be some off-shift hours necessary Extensive Benefits Package including Low-Cost Health Insurance (We cover 100% of medical and dental premiums for employee-only plans), employee discount (Free custom lenses), employee events and onsite food trucks, 401k with company match + profit sharing, paid time off, referral bonus program, and much more.

Pay:

From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Application Question(s): What makes you interested in Cherry Optical Lab? Do you have prior experience supporting a multi-shift facility? What do you think makes you a happy team member?

Experience:

Full cycle recruiting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person