Contract Recruiter

Job Title: Manufacturing Recruiter

Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial Operations

Location (City, State): Herndon, VA (Hybrid)

Assignment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Pay: $34.00–$35.00 per hour

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

Core hours: 9:00 AM–4:30 PM

Hybrid schedule with two days onsite per week (Tuesdays required; second day flexible)

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a well-established organization in the manufacturing space to identify a skilled Contract Recruiter. Our client is known for long-term stability, operational growth, and a people-first culture where employees play a meaningful role in business success.

Job Description:

The Contract Recruiter will support high-volume hiring across multiple facilities and corporate functions. This role requires strong full-cycle recruiting experience, attention to compliance, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and focused on delivering a positive candidate experience while meeting business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for both industrial and corporate positions, supporting multiple locations
• Maintain an active requisition load (approximately 30 open roles at a time)
• Source candidates through a variety of channels to build strong, ongoing talent pipelines
• Screen resumes, conduct phone/video interviews, and coordinate hiring manager interviews
• Facilitate offer preparation and hiring processes while ensuring a smooth candidate experience
• Serve as a point of contact for applicant and employee recruiting inquiries
• Track and document recruiting activity within an applicant tracking system
• Ensure recruiting practices align with federal, state, and local employment regulations
• Partner with HR and business leaders on hiring strategies and special projects as needed
• Handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of recruiting experience supporting both industrial and office-based roles
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment regulations, including OFCCP guidelines required
• Manufacturing or industrial recruiting experience strongly preferred
• Experience working in an environment with EEO and compliance requirements
• Understanding of disposition codes and compliance documentation
• Familiarity with HR lifecycle processes from hiring through onboarding
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Experience using applicant tracking systems; UKG preferred (ADP or Workday also acceptable)
• Exposure to reporting or dashboard tools is a plus

Additional Details:

• Contract-to-hire opportunity with conversion based on performance
• Target conversion salary of $72,000 - $75,000 annually
• Start date anticipated shortly after pre-employment requirements are completed
• Hybrid role with a combination of onsite and remote work

Perks:

• Opportunity to support a growing, stable organization
• Collaborative HR and recruiting team environment
• Hands-on exposure to high-impact hiring initiatives
• Hybrid work flexibility

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.