Recruiter

Recruiter Position at ESPEC North AmericaESPEC North America (ENA) is partner in environmental and accelerated reliability test chambers and solutions with a long history and deep expertise in making the world a better place through better quality, higher reliability products.We continually aim to grow and evolve by building mutually responsive, innovative partnerships with our customers, vendors, and strategic allies, and creating opportunities for our team members. Our cornerstone is to be the most reliable and accessible supplier of testing solutions.Exciting news! We're looking for a Recruiter to join our Human Resources Department.Working Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8AM - 5PM Hybrid$58,000 - $66,500Recruiter ResponsibilitiesThe Recruiter is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process to attract, assess, and hire qualified talent that supports ESPEC North America's business objectives. This position partners with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, source candidates, coordinate interviews, extend employment offers, and provide exceptional candidate experience while ensuring compliance with all applicable employment laws and company policies. The Recruiter also supports workforce planning initiatives, employer branding, and continuous improvement of recruiting processes. This role is responsible for filling positions—not creating company-wide recruiting strategy.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesRecruitment & Talent AcquisitionManage the full-cycle recruitment process for assigned exempt and non-exempt positions.Meet with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, required qualifications, and hiring timelines.Create and post job advertisements utilizing approved recruiting platforms.Source candidates through job boards, networking, employee referrals, social media, trade organizations, technical schools, colleges, and community partnerships.Screen resumes and conduct initial candidate interviews to determine qualifications.Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.Conduct reference checks and employment verification as appropriate.Prepare and extend employment offers within established company guidelines.Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.Hiring Manager PartnershipProvide hiring managers with recruiting updates and hiring metrics.Assist managers with interview preparation and selection recommendations.Support hiring managers in creating accurate job descriptions and hiring profiles.Help identify opportunities to improve recruiting effectiveness and time-to-fill.Recruiting OperationsMaintain accurate applicant records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).Ensure recruiting documentation complies with company policy and employment regulations.Assist with Affirmative Action Program (AAP) recruiting initiatives and documentation.Support recruiting reports and employment metrics.Participate in onboarding coordination with Human Resources as needed.Employer Branding & Community EngagementRepresent ESPEC at job fairs, career events, technical schools, colleges, and community recruiting activities.Develop relationships with educational institutions and workforce development organizations.Promote ESPEC as an employer of choice through professional and engaging candidate interactions.Other ResponsibilitiesParticipate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsTo 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 that may be necessary for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EducationBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.Equivalent education and relevant recruiting experience may be considered.ExperienceThree (3) or more years of full-cycle recruiting experience.Manufacturing recruiting experience preferred.Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).Experience recruiting both hourly manufacturing and salaried professional positions preferred.Knowledge of recruiting best practices and employment laws.Strong interviewing and candidate assessment skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong organizational and time management abilities.Ability to build relationships with candidates and hiring managers.Ability to manage multiple openings simultaneously.Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS/ATS softwareCompetenciesIntegrity & ConfidentialityCommunicationRelationship BuildingCustomer ServiceAccountabilityOrganization & PlanningProblem SolvingAdaptabilityContinuous ImprovementTeamworkLanguage SkillsAbility to read and comprehend multiple step instructions (in the English language), short correspondence, and memos.Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this Job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.Frequently use a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other office equipment.Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.Ability to travel occasionally to recruiting events, schools, and company locations.Work EnvironmentPrimarily office environment.Occasional exposure to manufacturing areas requiring appropriate PPE.Occasional evening or early morning recruiting events.Limited travel as business needs require.Guiding PrinciplesRespect: Exhibit tact and consideration; assist and support co-workers; work cooperatively in group situations.Improvement: Seek feedback to improve performance; pursue training and development opportunities; strive to continuously build knowledge and skills; share expertise with others.Safety: Observe safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly.Effective: Exhibit ability to learn and apply new skills; display understanding of how job relates to others; use resources effectively.Solutions: Exhibit good listening and comprehension; keep others adequately informed.Lawful: Follow instructions and respond to management direction; take responsibility for own actions; complete tasks on time or notify appropriate person with an alternate plan.Ownership: Give and welcome feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit; put success of team above own interests; support everyone's efforts to succeed.Urgency: Meet productivity standards and complete work in a timely manner.Deliver: Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; monitor work to ensure quality.