Tyler Union HR Recruiter
Job Description
Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned.)
- Recruitment- Manage the end-to-end recruiting process for hourly and salaried positions across the foundry
- Post job openings on internal/external job boards
- Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, job requirements, and hiring timelines
- Develop and maintain job postings and ensure accurate, engaging descriptions for skilled trades and production roles
- Screens resumes, conduct interviews, and coordinate candidate assessments
- Set appointments for onsite interviews and tours
Talent Pipeline Development
Proactively source candidates through job boards, community outreach, trade schools, unions, and social media
- Build pipelines for high-turnover roles
- Maintain strong relationships with local workforce development organizations, technical schools, and staffing partners
- Participate in job fairs and hiring events to attract candidates
HR Customer Service
Ensure a positive candidate experience from application through onsite interview
- Cook up interviews, plant tours, and pre-employment processes (background checks, drug screens, physicals) as necessary
- Communicate effectively with candidates regarding status and expectations ensuring timely disposition of candidates
Compliance
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations as it relates to postings
- Maintain accurate recruiting records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
Relationship Building
Work closely with HR and operations to support workforce planning initiatives
- Provide market insights on labor trends and hiring challenges
- Aid in onboarding coordination to ensure new hires are successfully integrated into the plant
Confidentiality
Maintain complete confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of the position.
HRIS System
Actively use the HRIS system
Training
Backup for HR new hire orientation and facilitate other HR training programs (KCA) as needed.
Knowledge
Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes in human resources, talent management and employment law.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, organizational development, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 2-5 years of recruitment experience required in a heavy manufacturing experience industry.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred
Competencies
- Communication: Speaks and writes clearly; presents data effectively; listens actively.
- Teamwork: Encourages feedback and collaboration; prioritizes team success.
- Strategic Thinking: Develops and adapts strategies to meet organizational goals
- EHS Commitment: Maintains a safe and compliant work environment.
- Innovation: Encourages creative thinking and process improvements.
Additional Information
Physical & Cognitive Abilities
- This role involves walking, standing, stooping, and balancing. Employees may be required to lift to 30 pounds, as needed.
- The work environment varies between a standard office setting and a manufacturing plant. Plant conditions may include exposure to heat, cold, dust, and noise.
- Regular walks through the plant are required. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as needed, including safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.