Corporate Recruiter

Corporate Recruiter

The Corporate Recruiter is responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and attracting candidates to hiring and onboarding top talent. This role plays a critical part in executing the company's talent acquisition strategy by partnering closely with hiring managers and field HR team to ensure the organization attracts, hires, and retains high-performing employees.

The Corporate Recruiter will also collaborate with field HR teams to support plant-level recruiting strategies, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and building strong candidate pipelines to reduce reliance on temporary-to-hire labor models.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection recommendations, and onboarding of candidates across corporate and field roles.
• Source and attract qualified candidates through job boards, social media platforms, networking, employee referrals, and recruitment events.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, define job requirements, and establish effective hiring strategies and timelines.
• Conduct interviews and evaluate candidates using structured interview techniques and assessment tools to determine role fit and organizational alignment.
• Develop, write, and post compelling job descriptions that accurately reflect role expectations and company culture.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience through consistent communication and timely updates throughout the hiring process.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines and candidate pools to proactively support future hiring needs.
• Collaborate with field HR teams to develop and execute localized recruiting and staffing strategies for plant-level roles, ensuring consistent candidate flow and reducing dependency on temporary labor.
• Participate in job fairs, community outreach, and campus recruiting initiatives to promote the employer brand and attract diverse talent.
• Coordinate and manage pre-employment processes, including background checks, reference verification, and onboarding documentation.
• Track, analyze, and report recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, quality of hire, source effectiveness) to HR leadership to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws, regulations, and company policies throughout the recruitment process.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–7+ years of experience in full-cycle recruiting, preferably in a manufacturing and multi-site environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret recruitment data and improve hiring strategies.
• Experience supporting high-volume and/or plant-level recruiting initiatives preferred.

Certifications (Preferred)

• HR, SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP, AIRS, or other recruiting certifications are a plus.

Core Competencies

• Talent Acquisition Strategy: Ability to align recruiting efforts with business objectives and workforce planning needs.
• Relationship Management: Builds strong partnerships with hiring managers, HR teams, and candidates to drive effective hiring outcomes.
• Business Acumen: Understands operational needs, particularly in manufacturing environments, to identify and attract the right talent.
• Candidate Assessment & Selection: Skilled in evaluating talent using structured interviews, behavioral assessments, and data-driven insights.
• Communication & Influence: Clearly communicates expectations, provides guidance, and influences hiring decisions at all levels.
• Execution & Results Orientation: Demonstrates urgency and accountability in meeting hiring goals and deadlines.
• Data & Analytics: Uses recruiting metrics and data to inform decisions and continuously improve hiring effectiveness.
• Adaptability & Agility: Effectively manages shifting priorities and high-volume recruiting demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidate Experience Focus: Committed to delivering a professional, timely, and engaging experience for all candidates.
• Compliance & Integrity: Maintains adherence to employment laws, company policies, and ethical recruiting practices.

Who We Are

CREO Group is a leading consumer product, nursery, and greenhouse supply company. While others make plastic, we build relationships. As both a full-service designer and manufacturer, we offer a wide range of national and private-label products while delivering the flexibility, quality, and innovation our partners expect.

At CREO, work is more than a job — it's a journey. Guided by our mission is to be the market-leading provider of innovative container solutions that enhance everyday living by partnering with our customers to deliver best-in-class, high-quality, and environmentally responsible products through disciplined operational execution. Powered by an engaged, high-performing team, we create enduring value for our employees, partners, and the communities we serve.

Being part of CREO means joining a community that celebrates collaboration and thrives on the diverse strengths of our people. You'll work alongside colleagues who bring unique experiences, perspectives, and skills to the table, and together, we'll achieve more than we could alone.

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CREO offers eligible full-time employees a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays. Many health and welfare benefits are available after 30 days of continuous employment. Our 401K has a generous match, with eligibility beginning after 90 days of continuous employment.

Work Environment – Office

This role typically operates in a corporate office environment with flexibility for remote or hybrid work, depending on business needs. Travel is required for periodic recruitment events, job fairs, plant visits, and campus outreach initiatives.

CREO Group reserves the right to revise or update this job description as needed to better comply with the actual essential function of the job requirements as business needs dictate.

CREO is an equal opportunity and E-Verify employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity and strengths of our employees, customers, and community.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic.