Minerals Technologies Inc. is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services.

Our products are an essential part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. They are used in consumer goods in paper and packaging, food and pharmaceuticals, household and personal care, pet care, automotives, and many more, as well as in industrial settings like steelmaking, metalcasting, construction, infrastructure, and wastewater remediation.

We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTX, headquartered in New York City, and have over 150 locations worldwide, with ~4,000 employees in 34 countries and 12 R&D centers.

We put people at the center of everything we do -- working safely, communicating openly, and managing our resources and businesses responsibly.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced HR professional to lead two critical functions: HR Shared Services and Talent Acquisition. This role is ideal for a strategic yet hands-on leader who excels at building efficient HR processes, driving operational excellence, and delivering an exceptional employee experience.

You will oversee the full talent acquisition lifecycle, manage a centralized HR service delivery model, and ensure that HR processes, transactions, and systems are standardized and optimized across the organization.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition Leadership

• Lead, develop, and mentor the Talent Acquisition team to deliver high-quality recruitment strategies that attract top talent.
• Partner with business leaders to anticipate workforce needs and provide consultative guidance on hiring plans.
• Oversee employer branding, sourcing strategies, recruitment technology, and data-driven hiring metrics.
• Ensure a seamless candidate experience from application through onboarding.

HR Shared Services & Operations

• Lead the HR Shared Services team responsible for employee transactions, data integrity, and end-to-end HR service delivery.
• Design, implement, and continuously improve standardized HR processes, standard work, and workflows.
• Ensure accurate and compliant execution of HR transactions, including onboarding, offboarding, job changes, compensation updates, and workforce administration.
• Monitor HR service levels and drive efficiency through automation, quality assurance, and process optimization.

HR Systems & Process Governance

• Partner with HRIS to maintain and enhance system functionality, data quality, and security.
• Develop dashboards, service metrics, and reporting tools that support informed decision making across HR and the business.
• Ensure adherence to HR policies, regulatory compliance, and audit requirements.

People Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and inspire a high-performing team across recruitment and HR operations.
• Collaborate with COEs, HRBPs, and business leaders to ensure alignment of HR programs and organizational priorities.
• Promote a culture of service excellence, continuous improvement, and employee-centric HR operations.

OE/Lean

• Actively participates in the implementation of sustainable improvement processes, such as 5S, Kaizen, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Daily Management Control, Standard Work and Problem Solving.

Qualifications/Requirements:

The requirements listed in the sections that follow are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (primary duties) of the job.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including both talent acquisition and HR operations leadership.
• Demonstrated experience building or managing HR Shared Services or centralized HR functions.
• Strong understanding of HR systems (PeopleSoft, iCIMS, Kronos, or similar).
• Proven ability to streamline processes, implement standards, and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and change‑leadership skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a high level of ownership.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to build and shape a modern HR service delivery model.
• High-impact role supporting organizational growth and employee experience.
• Collaborative work environment with supportive leadership.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

EOE

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