Contract Recruiter

Black Bear Talent is seeking an experienced Contract Recruiter to support hiring efforts for our client. This role is ideal for a recruiter with experience supporting manufacturing, skilled trades, operations in a high volume environment. This is a temporary assignment with an undetermined time frame. Assignment will be based on business demands.

Hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. This position will sit on-site daily.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full cycle recruiting for hourly and skilled positions across manufacturing, operations, and related environments
• Source, screen, and qualify candidates through job boards, networking, referrals, and other recruiting channels
• Conduct phone screens and evaluate candidate qualifications, experience, and fit for open roles
• Coordinate interviews and maintain communication between candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring process
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for high volume and difficult to fill positions
• Ensure a positive candidate experience through timely follow up and communication
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, hiring priorities, and staffing timelines
• Maintain accurate candidate records and activity within the applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Support hiring events, workforce initiatives, and other recruiting activities as needed
• Move candidates efficiently through the recruiting process while maintaining quality and attention to detail

Qualifications

• Previous recruiting experience supporting manufacturing, skilled trades, operations, or high volume hourly hiring environments required
• Proven ability to manage multiple openings in a fast paced setting with changing priorities
• Strong sourcing, screening, and candidate engagement skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Experience using applicant tracking systems and recruiting platforms
• Ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates alike
• Must pass pre-employment background and drug screen.
• Associates degree or relevant work experience required.

At Black Bear Talent we’re not just about filling a space. We partner with you to find the right fill for your needs. Our number one goal is to find you the career candidate and building the relationship with the employer as your trusted source for staffing and direct hires