Be yourself at Protolabs
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.
Why Protolabs?
We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.
Join our team as a Talent Acquisition Partner!
This is a fixed hybrid role (onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) in Maple Plain, MN.
As a Talent Acquisition Partner at Protolabs, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the future of our business by attracting and hiring exceptional talent across our Go‑To‑Market and corporate teams. As part of our Global Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence (COE), you’ll be a trusted talent advisor, brand ambassador, and relationship builder—helping position Protolabs as an employer of choice in the market.
In this highly visible role, you’ll own full‑cycle recruiting for teams including Sales, Customer Success, Marketing, Finance, HR, and other key business functions. You’ll partner closely with hiring managers and HR stakeholders to design inclusive, efficient, and scalable hiring strategies that deliver outstanding results in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment. Leveraging innovative sourcing techniques, market insights, and best‑in‑class recruiting practices, you’ll build diverse talent pipelines and deliver an exceptional candidate experience from first touch to offer acceptance.
As a Talent Advisor, you’ll influence hiring decisions, streamline recruiting processes, and continuously improve how we attract and engage top talent. You’ll represent Protolabs in the marketplace with energy and authenticity, strengthening our employer brand while creating meaningful experiences for candidates and internal partners alike.
Success in this role requires a positive, collaborative, and adaptable mindset. You’ll thrive in an environment that moves quickly, values autonomy, and rewards creativity and initiative. With the ability to prioritize effectively and pivot as business needs evolve, you’ll help ensure Protolabs always has the right talent in place to drive innovation and growth.
What You'll Do
Design and execute innovative talent acquisition strategies that attract, engage, and retain high‑quality, diverse talent across the organization. Serve as a trusted talent advisor to hiring managers and leaders by consulting on workforce planning, hiring priorities, market insights, and best‑in‑class recruiting strategies. Deliver a seamless, inclusive, and unrivaled candidate experience from first conversation to onboarding. Build and proactively maintain strong talent pipelines for hard‑to‑fill and high‑demand roles. Identify and engage both active and passive candidates using a multi‑channel sourcing approach, including: Social media and professional networking platforms Industry and professional associations University and technical degreed programs Employee referral programs Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and existing pipelines Own the full‑cycle recruitment process, partnering closely with hiring managers through intake and debrief sessions; conducting candidate screening and structured interviews; presenting and negotiating offers; and successfully closing and onboarding top talent. Strengthen Protolabs’ employer brand by developing and maintaining relationships with college career centers, universities, and community organizations to build long‑term talent pipelines. Represent Protolabs at career fairs, recruiting events, and networking opportunities as needed. Maintain accurate, compliant, and data‑driven recruiting records, including recruiting metrics and pipeline reporting, to support continuous improvement and efficiency. Contribute to special projects and cross‑functional initiatives that drive innovation, scalability, and excellence within the Talent Acquisition team.
What It Takes
3+ years of full‑cycle recruiting experience, with a strong preference for B2B Sales recruiting or other high-impact, revenue‑driving roles. Proven experience to partner closely with hiring managers and senior leaders, s