Talent Acquisition Specialist - Maryville, TN
Maryville, Tennessee, US
Job ID: 12058
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Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.
Our Talent Acquisition team is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist in Maryville, TN to support hourly roles across several of our manufacturing and distribution sites. This position plays a critical role in ensuring our facilities are staffed with reliable, skilled talent who help keep our production and distribution running safely and efficiently. You will partner closely with HR, hiring managers, and site leadership to deliver best‑in‑class recruiting support, from sourcing and screening to offer execution and onboarding coordination.
Responsibilities:
- Manage full lifecycle recruiting, including intake, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer creation, and onboarding coordination, for manufacturing and distribution roles
- Conduct phone screens and onsite interviews with candidates for a wide range of hourly positions
- Maintain and coordinate interview schedules with hiring managers and plant leadership to ensure a seamless candidate experience
- Develop pipelines through strong relationships with local community partners, including technical schools, workforce agencies, vocational programs, military organizations, and other local talent sources
- Build trusted, collaborative partnerships with supervisors, production managers, and HR partners to serve as a knowledgeable advisor and staffing resource
- Assist with ongoing process improvements, reporting, and recruitment‑related projects as needed
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in recruiting, human resources, or related field
- 3+ years of high‑volume manufacturing or hourly recruiting experience
- Strong sourcing capabilities and experience, including community‑based outreach
- Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (SuccessFactors Recruiting strongly preferred)
- Experience leveraging AI tools to improve sourcing, candidate communication, or recruiting workflow (preferred)
- Ability to manage a high volume of requisitions and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively partner with leaders at all levels within a plant environment
- Strong teamwork orientation with high energy, attention to detail, and a proactive, solution‑focused approach
Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.