Contract Recruiter

Black Bear Talent is seeking an experienced Contract Recruiter to support hiring efforts for our client. This role is ideal for a recruiter with experience supporting manufacturing, skilled trades, operations in a high volume environment. This is a temporary assignment estimated to last 3 to 6 months, depending on business demands.

Hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. This position will sit on-site daily.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full cycle recruiting for hourly and skilled positions across manufacturing, operations, and related environments
• Source, screen, and qualify candidates through job boards, networking, referrals, and other recruiting channels
• Conduct phone screens and evaluate candidate qualifications, experience, and fit for open roles
• Coordinate interviews and maintain communication between candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring process
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for high volume and difficult to fill positions
• Ensure a positive candidate experience through timely follow up and communication
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, hiring priorities, and staffing timelines
• Maintain accurate candidate records and activity within the applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Support hiring events, workforce initiatives, and other recruiting activities as needed
• Move candidates efficiently through the recruiting process while maintaining quality and attention to detail

Qualifications

• Previous recruiting experience supporting manufacturing, skilled trades, operations, or high volume hourly hiring environments required
• Proven ability to manage multiple openings in a fast paced setting with changing priorities
• Strong sourcing, screening, and candidate engagement skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Experience using applicant tracking systems and recruiting platforms
• Ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates alike
• Must pass pre-employment background and drug screen.
• Associates degree or relevant work experience required.

Work schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Day shift

Benefits

• Health insurance