eople are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters.
At Agropur, each role aims to generate value and have a tangible impact on collective performance
Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager, the Talent Acquisition Business Partner will play a crucial role by identifying and attracting top talent to manufacturing operations. The primary focus will be on recruiting both general labour and specialized workers for various roles within a geographical area (which may include one to three manufacturing sites).
This is a temporary 6-month contract position based at our Appleton, Wisconsin plant (hybrid).
Context to maximize your impact:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with 7% company contributions
- Advancement Opportunities
- Work/Life balance
- Salary range 004: $69,500-$86,900 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.)
Where you will drive value:
- Work closely with the Plant Director to develop effective recruitment strategies tailored to the manufacturing context, production goals and local talent supply.
- Partner with hiring managers across different departments to customize talent attraction and recruitment strategies to business goals for hourly positions, specific to the site(s) you will be supporting.
- Maintain knowledge of external labour supply, market conditions and serve as recruitment subject matter expert by providing advice and support to managers throughout the recruitment and hiring process.
- Serve as community ambassadors to develop/maintain relationships with community organizations, technical schools, high schools, etc. to build long term, sustainable candidate pipelines.
- Demonstrate salesmanship on recruitment trips by representing the organization at industry and academic functions (career days, job fairs, scholarship awards, etc.).
- Lead all phases of the recruitment process for hourly positions (recruitment strategy, sourcing, candidate selection, interview, assessments and offer process) while ensuring a positive candidate experience.
- Identify and implement efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the available role, industry standards and the needs of the organization.
- Coordinate offer details and extend both verbal and written offers.
- Stay current with new recruitment practices and methods, evaluating their relevance and recommending their use.
- Take part in various ad hoc staffing and/or corporate branding projects.
- Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment and hiring practices. Support EEOC, Diversity, and Affirmative Action Plan initiatives.
- Complete other related functions, projects, and reports as needed.
What will enable you to have an impact:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required - Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in recruiting required.
- Knowledge of the manufacturing industry, including the unique challenges and requirements related to hourly workers, required.
- Familiarity with ATS tools for managing candidate pipelines, tracking progress, and ensuring compliance.
A role aligned with what creates the greatest collective impact.
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Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.
In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- At least 2 years of recruiting experience
- Knowledge of the manufacturing industry and hourly workforce recruiting
- Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems for candidate pipeline management and compliance
Agropur Cooperative Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Agropur Cooperative and has not been reviewed or approved by Agropur Cooperative.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair and competitive for many production and unionized roles, with starting wages often viewed as strong for local markets. Feedback suggests compensation is a relative bright spot compared with other aspects of the workplace.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Overtime opportunities, shift premiums, and double-time on some schedules are commonly cited as dependable ways to increase earnings. Heavy production demand creates consistent chances to boost take-home pay.
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Affordable Benefits — Benefit plans are often described as affordable, paired with broad coverage such as health, dental, vision, and paid time off. Retirement options and assistance programs add perceived value for many employees.
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What We Do
Agropur is a leading North American dairy cooperative that processes milk into a wide range of products, including cheese, butter, and cream, for the retail, food service, and industrial sectors.
