EDWIN ARELLANO
Schaumburg,IL
Summary
Proactive and results-driven recruiter with over 7 years of high-volume talent acquisition experience across warehouse, logistics, and industrial environments. Proven ability to lead full-cycle recruiting across multiple sites and time zones, while driving process improvements and improving retention. Recognized for strong candidate engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and readiness for team leadership.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist
KeHe Distributors
Naperville, IL
10.2024 - Current
- Lead full-cycle recruitment for high-volume warehouse roles across three distribution centers (IL, IN, CO), managing requisition intake, sourcing, screening, offer extension, and onboarding coordination.
- Delivered 246 hires at Romeoville, IL (net gain: 82 employees; attrition reduced from 66% to 42%) and 142 hires at Bloomington, IN (net gain: 36 employees; attrition reduced from 64% to 49%).
- Supported the initial rollout of the Operations 360 leveled-role model at the Bloomington site, helping to implement new job structures and providing insight that contributed to a smoother transition, improved applicant clarity, and retention.
- Managed a critical surge hiring event, planning and executing two job fairs within four weeks to fill 60+ open roles. Achieved an 80+ candidate turnout, extended 40+ offers, and streamlined hiring through same-day offers and hands-on support.
- Source and manage pipelines through iCIMS, JourneyFront, and Indeed, leveraging assessment data to identify candidates with high retention potential based on motivation, adaptability, and job fit.
- Proactively address pipeline gaps by reactivating past applicants, conducting targeted Facebook Group outreach, and launching a $500 employee referral SMS campaign that increased application volume during key hiring surges.
- Provide a consistent and personalized candidate experience through ongoing communication, rapid offer execution, and ownership of onboarding steps, often serving as the candidate's main point of contact until their Day 1.
- Manage recruiting efforts across Central, Eastern, and Mountain time zones, flexing communication style and support hours to maintain high responsiveness and alignment with distributed teams.
Recruiter
ABM Industries
Remote
04.2022 - 10.2024
- Recruited janitorial, sanitation, and cleaning personnel across multiple states, including IL, WI, IN, FL, and KS.
- Managed requisitions for 10+ locations simultaneously, regularly filling high-volume openings across multiple shifts.
- Used Indeed, ZipRecruiter, and internal ATS to source, screen, and place candidates.
- Developed and maintained a real-time tracking spreadsheet for site-level openings, hires, and interview progress to improve communication with on-site managers, and streamline recruiting workflows.
- Ensured timely updates and alignment between recruiters, HR partners, and on-site managers through consistent pipeline communication.
- Averaged dozens of hires per month while maintaining flexibility to shift focus as site needs evolved.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Total Staffing Solutions
Carol Stream, IL
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Managed recruiting pipelines and full-cycle placement for industrial clients at sites in Carol Stream and Wheeling, IL.
- Recruited warehouse, forklift, general labor, and machine operator positions across 8+ sites, with individual requisition ownership.
- Organized and led local hiring events and job fairs in partnership with the Carol Stream Chamber of Commerce.
- Used ATS to track candidates through intake, placement, and retention; maintained compliance and documentation standards.
- Handled contract negotiations and onboarding for both short-term and long-term hires.
- Maintained high placement volume monthly through proactive outreach and pipeline nurturing strategies.
Recruiter
Clear Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Recruited healthcare and warehouse staff; managed background checks, E-Verify, and I-9 compliance.
- Conducted initial interviews and matched candidates based on availability, skills, and job fit.
Education
High School Diploma -
CICS Northtown Academy
Chicago, IL06.2015
Skills
- Candidate pipeline management
- Multi-site, remote recruiting
- ATS (iCIMS)
- Journey Front
- Offer execution
- Onboarding ownership
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion sourcing
- Peer mentorship
- Process troubleshooting
- Full-cycle recruitment
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist
KeHe Distributors
10.2024 - Current
Recruiter
ABM Industries
04.2022 - 10.2024
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Total Staffing Solutions
07.2020 - 04.2022
Recruiter
Clear Staff
01.2016 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
CICS Northtown Academy
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