1099-Contract Talent Acquisition Specialist / Recruiter – Manufacturing/Industrial

US-based 6-month 1099 contract role; pay is approximately $50–$60/hr based on experience. ITAR compliance required—applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR. Sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

About the role

H3 Manufacturing is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider specializing in precision machining, laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex welding, assembly, surface finishing, painting, and powder coating. With four state-of-the-art facilities spanning over 200,000 square feet across Illinois and North Carolina, we serve high-spec markets including power generation, healthcare, electrical power distribution, aerospace and defense, and life sciences.

We are seeking a resourceful and focused Manufacturing Recruiter to help staff our skilled trades roles over the next 4–6 months. The 1099 Recruiter will manage recruiting activities from sourcing through candidate presentation, partnering with HR to fill positions efficiently and with high-quality candidates.

Responsibilities

• Manage the recruiting process from assisting with job descriptions, talent sourcing, screening, interviewing coordination, and offer process.
• Conduct initial candidate screening interviews.
• Evaluate candidates for technical qualifications, work history, and cultural fit.
• Present the HR team with qualified candidates, interview summaries, and recommendations.
• Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.
• Assist with offer negotiations, as requested.
• Provide recruiting activity updates, candidate pipelines, and market feedback.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary business information and candidate data.
• Manage job postings via Paycor with Indeed, LinkedIn, and other social media.
• Source qualified candidates using professional networks, job boards, social media, referrals, and direct outreach.
• Key roles to recruit include CNC Machinists, Skilled Welders, Fabricators/Finishers, and Quality Professionals.
• Proficient with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, SharePoint).

Requirements

• Three or more years of recruiting experience, with significant experience recruiting for manufacturing or industrial organizations.
• Demonstrated success filling skilled trades and technical positions.
• Strong sourcing and networking abilities.
• Excellent interviewing and candidate assessment skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple searches simultaneously.
• Familiarity with Paycor Recruiting and Indeed is preferred.

Experience

• Manufacturing recruiting
• Skilled trades recruiting
• Executive search within manufacturing
• Passive candidate sourcing
• Recruiting in Illinois and the Midwest
• Recruiting for multiple manufacturing locations

Independent Contractor Requirements

• Services are performed as an independent contractor and not as an employee of H3 Manufacturing Group.
• The Contractor is responsible for determining the manner and means of performing recruiting services.
• The Contractor supplies their own equipment, software, workspace, and business expenses unless otherwise agreed in writing.
• The Contractor is responsible for all federal, state, and local taxes, insurance, and business licensing applicable to their services.
• Nothing in this engagement creates an employer-employee relationship or entitles the Contractor to Company-sponsored benefits.

Pay

$50–$60/hr based on experience.