Manufacturing Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Specialist

Join a Growing Manufacturing Team!

American Custom Metal Fabricating is a leading custom metal fabrication company serving customers throughout the United States. We specialize in complex structural steel and custom fabrication projects utilizing state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment, including tube lasers, robotic welding systems, CNC equipment, and advanced fabrication technologies.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Recruiter who is passionate about finding top talent and building a world-class workforce.

This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on the future of our company by helping us attract and retain the skilled professionals who drive our success.

What You'll Do

• Recruit skilled manufacturing professionals including:
• Welders
• Fabricators
• CNC Machinists
• Laser Operators
• Press Brake Operators
• Maintenance Technicians
• Production Supervisors
• Manufacturing Engineers
• Office and support personnel
• Develop creative sourcing strategies using job boards, LinkedIn, referrals, networking, and community partnerships.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future openings.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop recruiting plans.
• Conduct phone screens and interviews.
• Coordinate onsite interviews and manage the hiring process from application through onboarding.
• Build relationships with technical colleges, apprenticeship programs, veterans' organizations, and workforce development groups.
• Represent ACMF at job fairs, career events, and community recruiting activities.
• Track recruiting metrics and continuously improve hiring processes.
• Help strengthen our employment brand within Northeast Wisconsin.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in manufacturing or skilled trades.
• Demonstrated success recruiting welders, fabricators, machinists, production employees, or industrial professionals.
• Strong interviewing and relationship-building skills.
• Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and applicant tracking systems.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple open positions simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and follow-through.
• Ability to work closely with operations and production leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing, industrial, or construction recruiting experience.
• Knowledge of skilled trades hiring.
• Experience developing recruiting strategies and employer branding initiatives.
• Experience with employee referral programs and workforce planning.

Why Join American Custom Metal Fabricating?

We continue to invest heavily in our people and our manufacturing capabilities. Recent investments include advanced tube laser technology, robotic welding systems, large bridge cranes, and modern fabrication equipment with a climate controlled facility that position us for long-term growth.

We offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities
• Modern, clean manufacturing environment
• Supportive leadership team
• Opportunity to make a measurable impact on a growing organization

If you are passionate about connecting great people with rewarding careers and want to help build one of Wisconsin's premier custom metal fabrication teams, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today and help build the future of American Custom Metal Fabricating.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance