Recruiter

Job Title: Recruiter

Contract-To-Hire

Location: Buffalo Grove, IL

Pay Rate: $30–$32/hour

Benefits: PTO, Health, Medical, Dental

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Recruiter to support high-volume hiring for a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Buffalo Grove. This role will focus on full-cycle recruiting for direct positions across multiple product lines and departments. The ideal candidate will have experience recruiting for manufacturing and technical roles and be comfortable managing a high requisition load while partnering closely with internal HR and hiring managers. This is an onsite role requiring consistent collaboration and the ability to move quickly in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for direct manufacturing and technical positions
• Support hiring for roles ranging from entry-level to skilled technical positions including:
• Machine Operators
• Material Handlers
• Automation Technicians
• Maintenance Technicians
• Process Technicians
• Assembly Supervisors
• Engineering roles (as needed)
• Partner closely with internal HR team and multiple hiring managers across product lines
• Source, screen, and qualify candidates for skilled manufacturing positions
• Manage up to 35 active requisitions simultaneously
• Maintain strong candidate pipelines to support ongoing hiring needs
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process
• Utilize ATS/VMS systems to track candidate activity and hiring progress
• Coordinate interview scheduling including virtual and onsite interviews
• Help drive recruiting efforts in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Support hiring timelines and ensure requisitions move efficiently

Qualifications

• 3 years of recruiting experience, preferably in manufacturing or technical environments
• Experience recruiting for skilled positions such as technicians, supervisors, and engineers preferred
• Manufacturing recruiting experience strongly preferred
• Ability to work onsite Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment
• Strong collaboration skills with internal HR teams and hiring managers
• Experience using applicant tracking systems required
• Experience with Workday (ATS/VMS) strongly preferred
• Familiarity with VMS systems and Kronos is a plus
• Agency recruiting background acceptable with stable work history
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to move quickly and prioritize competing demands

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national