Recruiter

Do you love snacks? Are you looking to join an ever evolving and rapidly growing team? PIM Brands might just be exactly what you’re looking for! At PIM, We Make The Brands You Love®. Our portfolio of products, from Welch’s® Fruit Snacks to Sun-Maid® Chocolate Raisins and Sour Jacks® Sour Candies are enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. And when it comes to careers, we seek talented, results-oriented individuals who want to play a part in building amazing brands and products while working in a collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced office environment. At PIM, you can make an immediate and lasting contribution to help grow iconic snack and confectionery brands, no matter your area of expertise. We are looking for a Recruiter interested in a career with a top ranked and growing snack company, to join our HR department at PIM’s Somerset New Jersey location. This position will report to our Director, Human Resources. The Recruiter is responsible for attracting, sourcing, screening, and hiring qualified talent to support PIM Brands' manufacturing and corporate operations. This role partners closely with hiring managers to ensure a strong pipeline of candidates, coordinates the full recruitment lifecycle, manages onboarding activities, and supports workforce planning to ensure staffing needs are met efficiently and effectively. Key Responsibilities Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer coordination. Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future hiring needs. Utilize various sourcing channels including LinkedIn, Indeed, employee referrals, job boards, networking events, and community partnerships to attract top talent. Create and manage job postings across recruitment platforms and internal systems. Conduct phone screens and candidate assessments to evaluate qualifications, skills, and cultural fit. Coordinate and participate in job fairs, hiring events, and recruiting initiatives. Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and provide recruitment strategies to fill open positions. Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process. Onboarding & Compliance Coordinate pre-employment requirements, including background checks, drug screenings, employment verification, and reference checks. Process new hire documentation and complete I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Facilitate onboarding activities and ensure all new hire paperwork is completed accurately and timely. Coordinate and follow up on new hire orientation and training programs. Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and company employment regulations. Workforce Planning & Reporting Maintain applicant tracking and recruitment data within SuccessFactors or other HR systems. Generate and analyze recruiting metrics, including time-to-fill, open requisitions, turnover, source effectiveness, and hiring trends. Conduct market research and compensation benchmarking to support competitive hiring practices. Partner with Operations Management to support workforce planning and staffing strategies. Coordinate staffing activities with third-party staffing agencies when applicable. Administrative & Support Functions Maintain accurate employee and candidate records. Provide backup support for payroll and staffing-related administrative functions as needed. Provide backup receptionist support when required. Escalate recruiting, staffing, or employee relations concerns to management as appropriate. Support special HR and Talent Acquisition projects as assigned. Food Safety & Quality Responsibilities Follow all PIM Brands Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), food safety, and quality standards. Report food safety, quality, or compliance concerns to Plant Management and the SQF Practitioner (SQFP). Promote and monitor employee adherence to GMP, food safety, and company policies while on the production floor. Physical Demands Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, kneel, and crouch. Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate office equipment and tools. Occasionally lift and move objects weighing up to 35 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Work Environment This position is based in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. While performing duties on the production floor, the Recruiter may be exposed to: High noise levels and active manufacturing operations. Frequent pedestrian and forklift traffic. Continuous movement of equipment and personnel. GMP-required personal protective equipment including hair nets, beard nets, safety glasses, uniforms, and gloves as required. Education Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Experience Minimum of 2 years of experience in full-cycle recruiting, staffing, talent acquisition, or workforce management. Experience recruiting within manufacturing, food production, industrial, distribution, or logistics environments preferred. Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) SuccessFactors , HRIS platforms, and recruitment technologies. Skills & Competencies Sucess Factors experience preferred Strong sourcing and candidate engagement skills. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple requisitions simultaneously. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, LinkedIn Recruiter, SuccessFactors, and other recruiting tools. Data-driven approach with strong analytical and reporting capabilities. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Bilingual English/Spanish and/or English/French preferred. Flexibility to work additional or adjusted hours based on business needs. Preferred Recruiting Competencies Full-cycle recruiting Candidate sourcing and pipeline development Interviewing and assessment techniques Employment branding Workforce planning Talent market intelligence Employee onboarding Relationship management with hiring managers Recruitment metrics and reporting Compliance and employment law awareness Worksite The PIM Brands manufacturing site is located in Somerset, New Jersey The PIM Brands manfucaturing site is operational 24 hours a day, 7 days a week The position requires working on site We are proud to offer The pay range for this position is $80,000- $90,000. PIM Brands takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs. Comprehensive benefits package - EFFECTIVE DAY 1, Including medical, dental, vision, disability, insurance plans and much more Total compensation package including bonus, 401(k) plan match and other incentives (*based on eligibility and position) Diverse range of benefit choices tailored to support you in making optimal decisions for yourself, your loved ones, and your preferred way of life Personal time off, vacation time, floating days and observed holidays Business casual dress Entrepreneurial and innovative culture offering the opportunity for internal career advancement Professional development and training opportunities offered across the organization Awards & Accolades America’s Best Workplaces - 2026 Best Places to Work in NJ - 2025 & 2026 Advocate of the Year Award - 2024 Recognized by NJBIA - State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility and in Research/Development - 2024 Recognized by New Jersey Business Magazine - 2024 Top 50 Employer in New Jersey

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Makers of Welch’s - #1 Fruit Snack in U.S. Top 100 Privately Owned Company in the Metro NYC Market PIM Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer PIM Brands is an e-Verify Employer

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