Sr. Talent Aquisition Specialist

Primient
vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Tennessee, Loudon
Oct 24, 2025
Sr. Talent Aquisition Specialist \| Primient About Primient Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate. About the Role As a Talent Acquisition Senior Specialist, you will serve as a trusted partner to hiring managers, HRBPs, and candidates throughout the recruitment lifecycle. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in manufacturing and engineering talent acquisition, understands the challenges of recruiting in technical fields, and is passionate about creating a positive candidate experience. Key Responsibilities Partner with hiring managers and HRBPs to define recruitment needs and develop targeted sourcing strategies for engineering, operations, and technical roles. Manage the end-to-end recruitment process including intake meetings, job postings, sourcing, screening, and interviewing. Proactively source candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, niche engineering job boards, industry associations, and campus partnerships. Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical roles in engineering, reliability, EHS, and operations leadership. Ensure a positive candidate experience, from initial outreach through onboarding handoff. Provide recruitment analytics, reporting, and market insights to HR and business leaders. Support employer branding initiatives, including career fairs, community partnerships, and targeted digital campaigns. May travel once per month/every other month. Partner with background check and assessment providers (Checkr, First Advantage, etc.) to ensure compliance and timely processing. Leverage Primient's ATS (Workday, or comparable system experience such as Lever/Greenhouse) to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant recruiting documentation. About You Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred. 3-5 years of recruiting experience, with at least 2 years focused on engineering or technical talent acquisition. Experience recruiting within manufacturing, industrial, or process-focused environments strongly preferred. Strong sourcing skills, including direct outreach, networking, and Boolean search. Proficiency with ATS platforms (Workday preferred), LinkedIn Recruiter, and online sourcing tools. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and partner at all levels. Highly collaborative and customer service-oriented. Highly organized, metrics-driven, and able to manage multiple requisitions across diverse functions. Total RewardsThe annual pay range estimated for this position is $82,400.00 - $103,000.00 and is bonus eligible. Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: Competitive Pay Multiple Healthcare plan choices Dental and vision insurance A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions Short- and Long-Term Disability Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans Paid holidays & vacation Floating days off Parental leave for new parents Employee resource groups Learning & development programs Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future Career Path & Culture Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in - ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.