Skilled Trades Recruiter

Skilled Trades Recruiter Administrative & Clerical Irondale , Alabama Direct Hire Nov 4, 2026 Zing Recruiting is seeking a motivated and relationship-driven Recruiter to support a sister company specializing in workforce solutions for the manufacturing and industrial sectors. This position will focus on recruiting for heavy industrial manufacturing, skilled trades, engineering, maintenance, safety, quality, and leadership roles while building strong relationships with clients and candidates. This hybrid opportunity offers a competitive base salary plus commission and the ability to make a significant impact in a growing organization. Skilled Trades Recruiter Job Summary: Pay: $50,000-$60,000 base salary plus commission Schedule: Hybrid role with one in-office day per week Minimum 40 hours per week; occasional evenings and weekends may be required based on recruiting and business needs Recruit for manufacturing, industrial skilled trades, technical, maintenance, safety, quality, engineering, supervisory, and leadership positions Build and maintain candidate pipelines based on client workforce needs, production schedules, and hiring demands Source candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, trade schools, networking, and direct outreach Conduct phone and in-person interviews to evaluate technical skills, industrial experience, safety awareness, reliability, and overall fit Coordinate interviews, offers, onboarding, pre-employment requirements, and assignment starts Maintain accurate applicant tracking system records, job orders, and candidate communications Partner with clients to understand operations, workforce needs, and hiring priorities Support employee relations activities including attendance tracking, payroll coordination, and assignment concerns Monitor recruiting metrics including submissions, interviews, offers, starts, fill rates, and retention Assist with client engagement activities and identify opportunities for growth within existing accounts Skilled Trades Recruiter Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree preferred 2+ years of recruiting, staffing, talent acquisition, or related experience preferred Manufacturing, industrial, or skilled trades recruiting experience strongly preferred Bilingual Spanish skills are a plus Strong sourcing, interviewing, and relationship-building skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities in a fast-paced environment Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Excel Knowledge of manufacturing environments, industrial safety practices, and workforce planning preferred Comfortable visiting manufacturing and industrial facilities as needed Why Join Us? Competitive base salary plus commission and bonus opportunities Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance available 401(k), Short-Term Disability, and Paid Holidays Responsible Time Off (RTO) program Career development and advancement opportunities Employee recognition programs and community involvement opportunities Opportunity to support a growing organization within the manufacturing and industrial staffing industry Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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