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Job Title: Recruiter
Company Type: Manufacturing/Engineering
Location: Elgin, IL (hybrid, 1 day remote)
Pay Range: $30-35/hr, depending on experience
Benefits: For eligible employees: medical, dental, vision, and 401k
 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Recruiter to join our client's talent acquisition team on a contract basis (6+ months, with the opportunity for contract-to-hire). The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of full cycle recruiting principles for manufacturing/engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the end-to-end recruitment process for both exempt and non-exempt positions, including drafting and posting job advertisements, proactively sourcing candidates, reviewing resumes, conducting initial screenings, and facilitating interviews.
• Utilize the internal SAP system in alignment with workforce planning guidelines to track recruitment activities and maintain accurate candidate records.
• Build and maintain a strong employer brand and social media recruiting presence through platforms such as LinkedIn, Glassdoor, college recruitment sites, the company website, and other relevant job boards.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, provide consultative guidance throughout the recruitment process, and communicate progress and feedback in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified candidates for critical and hard-to-fill positions using diverse sourcing strategies (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed, professional associations, networking events).
• Collaborate with department leaders to create, update, and refine job descriptions to ensure accuracy and alignment with organizational needs.
• Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and legal requirements related to recruitment and employment.
• Participate in employer branding initiatives, career fairs, and campus recruitment activities to attract top talent.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years as a full cycle corporate recruiter for manufacturing and engineering requisitions.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong follow-up skills, and excellent organizational abilities.
• High level of adaptability, flexibility, and resourcefulness in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high standard of work.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and effective working relationships at all levels of the organization.
• In-depth knowledge of labor and employment laws and best practices in recruitment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented mindset.

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