Recruiter

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Recruiter to support staffing needs for a manufacturing-focused client in Missouri. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who excels at managing the entire recruitment process for high-volume, skilled labor, and production-related openings. The person in this role will partner closely with hiring teams, keep searches moving efficiently, and deliver a strong candidate experience from outreach through onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment activities for manufacturing and skilled trades positions, from talent sourcing to successful onboarding.
• Identify and attract candidates with relevant experience for production, machine operation, and maintenance openings using effective sourcing strategies.
• Conduct initial applicant evaluations, present suitable talent to hiring managers, and arrange interview schedules.
• Support candidates throughout each hiring stage, including offer communication, pre-employment steps, and new employee orientation coordination.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date records of candidate pipelines, hiring activity, and requisition status within applicant tracking systems.
• Provide recruiting support for the primary Missouri location while assisting with additional staffing needs as required.
• Manage multiple open positions independently, balancing urgency, priorities, and timelines across concurrent searches.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand role requirements, staffing expectations, and workforce needs in a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience recruiting for manufacturing, industrial, or skilled labor environments.
• Strong background supporting high-volume hiring for blue-collar workforces.
• Proven ability to manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, offers, and onboarding.
• Experience hiring for roles such as production associates, machine operators, and maintenance technicians.
• Solid judgment in evaluating candidate qualifications, communication style, and workplace fit.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple requisitions effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills when working with candidates and hiring teams.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems; experience with Paycom or comparable platforms is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance available to contract/temporary professionals.
• Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan for hired contract/temporary professionals.