Human Resources Recruiter

The Human Resources Recruiter is responsible for full-cycle recruiting and onboarding in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with supervisors and leadership to attract, evaluate, and hire qualified candidates for hourly and salaried positions while ensuring a positive candidate experience and compliance with all employment laws and company policies.

The HR Recruiter plays a critical role in workforce planning, reducing time-to-fill, and supporting retention through effective onboarding, training coordination, and employee engagement. This position also provides general HR support related to employee relations, performance management, and HR best practices.

Essential Functions

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried roles, including supervisors, engineers, and production team members.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, job requirements, and workforce planning strategies.
• Develop and maintain job postings across job boards, company website, and other recruiting platforms.
• Screen applicants, conduct and coordinate onsite interviews.
• Manage candidate pipeline and applicant tracking system (ATS) to ensure accurate and timely updates.
• Coordinate pre-employment processes including background checks, drug screening, and reference checks.
• Prepare and extend job offers in alignment with company guidelines.
• Facilitate new hire onboarding, including orientation, paperwork completion, and system setup.
• Ensure all onboarding documentation is completed accurately (I-9, W-4, policy acknowledgments, etc.).
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Support retention efforts by partnering with HR and leadership on turnover trends and hiring effectiveness.
• Assist with training coordination and follow-up for new hires and internal promotions.
• Maintain accurate employee records and generate reports from HRIS systems.
• Support ISO/IATF and continuous improvement initiatives as related to HR processes.
• Participate in HR projects, audits, and departmental initiatives.

Job Related Responsibilities

• Track and report recruiting metrics (time-to-fill, turnover, applicant flow, etc.).
• Coordinate with supervisors on staffing needs, scheduling interviews, and hiring decisions.
• Support employee relations matters including coaching, discipline, and terminations as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and company information.
• Assist with performance evaluation tracking and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with candidates, employees, and leadership at all levels.
• Promote a positive workplace culture through professional and timely interactions.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and PPE requirements within the facility.
• Support plant initiatives such as Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s degree in Human Resources 
• 1-3 years of recruiting or HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Key Competencies

• Sense of urgency and ability to meet hiring deadlines.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Relationship-building with supervisors and team members.
• Adaptability in a production-driven environment.

Work Environment

Office setting and manufacturing facility with exposure to noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures. Must follow all safety policies and wear required PPE.