Title: Talent Acquisition Partner
Location: primarily onsite Sauk Rapids, MN with the occasional onsite in Winsted, MN
Salary Range: $67,816 - $80,829/year (Exempt)
(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)
Shift Schedule: 1st shift Monday – Friday Business Hours
Shift Differential: 1st shift - N/A
As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you will:
- Research, source, interview and hire passive and active external candidates for multiple manufacturing roles
- Build relationships with external and internal candidates for current and future positions
- Work directly with hiring managers to build strong relationships by understanding their needs and requirements of the job, presenting qualified candidates and ensuring each candidate meets or exceeds their expectations
- Develop and maintain all job postings; execute all required job postings in a timely manner
- Proactively develop and execute candidate-generation strategies and ideas using all available recruiting tools including a network of contacts
- Develop and build long-term relationships with relevant colleges, staffing agencies and the community and participate in relevant events (career fairs, career days, etc.)
- Build diverse candidate pipelines; Ensure hard-to-fill positions consistently have a steady flow of candidates
- Create a stellar candidate experience: identify and anticipate candidates’ needs; and follow issues to closure to maximize candidate experience and meet the expectations of the organization
- Manage candidate process flow through the applicant tracking system; adhere to compliance protocols and the Talent Acquisition process for both internal and external hiring
- Collaborate with hiring manager and HR generalists to create and deliver a comprehensive, compelling and competitive offer
Role Qualifications as a Talent Acquisition Partner:
- 2+ Years corporate/agency recruiting and human resources work related experience
- 1+ years of proactive manufacturing recruiting experience; Agency experience preferred
- Experience with online recruiting resources (LinkedIn, University Job Postings and other career-related websites)
- Experience managing multiple searches and relationships while meeting critical deadlines
- Must have a "Positive Attitude and Solution Oriented" in your recruiting approach
- Proficient knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems and other recruiting tools and resources
- Strong interviewing skills and the ability to quickly assess a person’s experience and qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to present to and work with leadership
- Ability to pivot quickly as our business needs change quickly
- Self-starter and highly motivated with a strong work ethic and impeccable integrity
- Must have the ability to quickly learn systems, processes, and procedures
Join Millerbernd Manufacturing – Where Your Career Can Take Shape
About Us: At Millerbernd, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. We're dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities where you can unlock your potential, turn ideas into action, and be part of a skilled, diverse, and driven team. From day one, you’ll experience a supportive and dynamic environment designed to help you grow and succeed.
What We Offer:
Comprehensive Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
- Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
- Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
- Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
Financial Security
- 401(k) with up to 4% Match – Immediate vesting
- Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
- This role is eligible for participation in the company’s “Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)”, a financial performance-based bonus program
- Payouts are determined by the company’s operational results and are distributed in the first quarter of the subsequent year
Work-Life Balance
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
- Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
- Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles
Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.
What to Expect from the Hiring Process
- Submit Your Application – Our internal Talent Acquisition Team personally reviews every application
- Phone Interview – If your background aligns with the role, we’ll reach out for an introductory call
- Onsite Interview & Facility Tour – Get a firsthand look at what it's like to work at Millerbernd
- Follow-Up & Offer – Stay informed throughout the process; most decisions are made within 3–10 business days
We're an Equal Opportunity Employer
Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas at this time.
Ready to shape your future with us?
Apply today and discover what’s possible at Millerbernd.
Skills Required
- 2+ years of corporate or agency recruiting and human resources-related experience
- 1+ year of proactive manufacturing recruiting experience
- Experience with online recruiting resources, including LinkedIn, university job postings, and career-related websites
- Experience managing multiple searches and relationships while meeting critical deadlines
- Positive attitude and solution-oriented recruiting approach
- Proficient knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems and other recruiting tools and resources
- Strong interviewing skills and ability to quickly assess experience and qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to present to and work with leadership
- Ability to pivot quickly as business needs change
- Self-starter with strong work ethic and impeccable integrity
- Ability to quickly learn systems, processes, and procedures
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
What We Do
Driven by values and dedicated to growing a safe and secure company, Millerbernd is the industry expert in manufacturing lighting and traffic poles for the departments of transportation across the United States. We are a privately owned company of three generations founded in 1933 and located in the heart of the Midwest, Winsted, Minnesota. While primarily serving the departments of transportation through our pole business, we also offer two other products- Rings and Cylinders and Airfield Ground Lighting. Our Ring and Cylinder business provides various rings and cylinders to OEMs across the US via our non-waste production process. Our Airfield Ground Lighting business produces airport lighting structures serving global equipment distributors and installers in this market. With 650,000 square feet of manufacturing space and averaging double-digit business growth year over year, Millerbernd is proudly growing a safe and secure company not only for our employees and customers but also for the future.
