AstroForge · 1 month ago
Recruiting Operations Specialist
Seal Beach, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $117K/yr
1+ years expAstroForge is on a mission to make space resources accessible on Earth by mining asteroids for valuable minerals. They are seeking a Recruiting Operations Specialist to manage the candidate journey, collaborate with hiring managers, and develop innovative recruitment strategies.
MiningMining TechnologySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own the end-to-end candidate journey from first touch to offer, and make sure every interaction feels smooth, personal, and fast
Partner with hiring managers to understand what we need and help craft job descriptions that reflect who we are and where we’re headed
Help us find great people wherever they are: online, in communities, through referrals, and beyond
Coordinate interviews and keep communication flowing between candidates and hiring teams, making sure feedback is shared and decisions move quickly
Build strong relationships with candidates and keep them engaged throughout the process, helping grow our talent pipeline and strengthen our employer brand
Assist the leadership team and hiring managers in developing innovative recruitment strategies, provide guidance on best practices, and track key metrics to optimize hiring effectiveness
Qualification
Required
1-3 years of experience in Talent Acquisition/Recruiting or People/HR Operations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with candidates and hiring teams
Proficiency in utilizing G Suite or similar software to produce analytics, process documentation, and workflow materials
Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR Systems (HRIS)
Proven ability to adopt new technology, work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
Knowledge of employment laws and regulations relevant to recruitment and selection
Ability to work onsite in Seal Beach, CA
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in relevant field
ATS and HRIS end-to-end implementation
Experience with Gem, Rippling, LinkedIn Recruiter, or Slack
Proven ability to manage numerous requisitions
Demonstrated understanding of basic scientific and technical concepts, enabling effective assessment of candidate qualifications
Benefits
100% paid medical, dental, and life insurance coverage
Vision and FSA benefits available
3 weeks of PTO + 1 week of sick time
10 paid holidays
Retirement savings plan – 401(k), with company match
Company
AstroForge
AstroForge is an asteroid mining company that extracts gold and other minerals from asteroid.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$55.75MKey Investors
Nova ThresholdInitialized CapitalUndeterred Capital
2025-10-24Series Unknown· $0.22M
2024-12-23Series Unknown· $0.05M
2024-08-20Series A· $42.49M
Leadership Team
Matthew Gialich
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at AstroForge
Recent News
2025-11-14
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