Recruiter - Newaygo Area

Recruiter | Newaygo, MI Salary Range: $54,000 - $81,000 depending on experience Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for connecting talent with opportunity and building strong teams? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Newaygo seeking experienced Recruiters to drive results. The Opportunity We partner with manufacturers across Newaygo seeking Recruiters who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit. Key Responsibilities Source, screen, and recruit qualified candidates for a range of manufacturing roles, including production, skilled trades, and engineering. Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from requisition to offer for all assigned manufacturing positions. Collaborate closely with manufacturing plant managers and department heads to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies. Develop and maintain a robust talent pipeline for critical and hard-to-fill manufacturing positions. Conduct interviews, assess candidate qualifications, and facilitate the offer process for successful hires. Utilize various sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, and industry-specific events, to attract manufacturing talent. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies throughout the recruitment process. Recommended Qualifications Experience recruiting for a range of manufacturing roles (e.g., production, engineering, skilled trades). Demonstrated ability to source and attract passive candidates for specialized manufacturing positions. Strong understanding of manufacturing environments, operational roles, and relevant industry terminology. Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and various digital sourcing tools. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with candidates and collaborate with hiring managers. Bonus Qualifications Understanding of manufacturing processes, terminology, and common roles (e.g., Lean Six Sigma, CNC, robotics). Active network within manufacturing professional communities or trade organizations. Experience utilizing specific ATS/CRM platforms common in manufacturing environments (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors, Workday). Multilingual proficiency, particularly in languages common within local manufacturing workforces. Demonstrated ability to recruit for highly specialized or niche technical manufacturing roles (e.g., automation engineers, process engineers). Job Titles That Should Apply Recruiter,Talent Acquisition Specialist,Talent Acquisition Partner,Corporate Recruiter,Technical Recruiter,Recruitment Specialist,Talent Sourcer,Sourcing Specialist,Recruitment Consultant,Executive Recruiter,HR Recruiter Why Pivot Group The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.