Contract Recruiter

UNKNOWN; Coldwater (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown is seeking a results-driven Contract Recruiter to manage full-cycle hiring for exempt and skilled trades roles. The role emphasizes building strong pipelines, partnering with hiring managers, and delivering high-quality candidates in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing or industrial recruitment, strong interviewing skills, and proficiency with an ATS. Bilingual abilities in English and Creole or French are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience.
• Experience hiring both exempt and skilled trades.
• Strong interviewing and candidate assessment skills.
• Experience using an ATS.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for exempt and skilled trades roles.
• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and timelines.
• Develop sourcing strategies via job boards, social media, referrals, and outreach.
• Build talent pipelines and track key metrics.
• Maintain accurate candidate data in ATS and ensure positive candidate experience.

Skills

Recruiting experience

Interviewing skills

Candidate assessment

ATS proficiency

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Exempt & skilled trades

Time management

Tools

ATS

Job description

Job Title: Contract Recruiter Bilingual preferred- English, creole, French

Position Summary

We are seeking a results-driven Recruiter with experience hiring both exempt (salaried/professional) and skilled trades positions. This role is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruiting process, building strong talent pipelines, and partnering closely with hiring managers to attract and hire high-quality candidates across a diverse range of roles.

The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of professional recruiting strategies as well as hands-on experience sourcing and hiring for skilled trades and hourly workforce positions.

Monday- Friday 8 am-4 pm

Key Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Recruiting

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for exempt and skilled trades roles, from requisition intake through offer acceptance.
• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, sourcing strategies, and hiring timelines.
• Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, networking, referrals, and community outreach.

Exempt Hiring

• Recruit for professional, technical, leadership, and corporate roles.
• Conduct behavioral-based interviews and assess candidates for technical competence and cultural fit.
• Facilitate competitive offer development in partnership with HR and hiring leaders.

Skilled Trades & Workforce Hiring

• Source and recruit for skilled trades roles (e.g., maintenance technicians, electricians, mechanics, welders, operators, etc.).
• Build and maintain relationships with trade schools, workforce development programs, and community organizations.
• Participate in job fairs and community hiring events.

Talent Pipeline & Workforce Planning

• Proactively build talent pipelines for high-demand roles.
• Track recruiting metrics such as time-to-fill, quality of hire, and source effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate candidate data within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Employer Branding & Candidate Experience

• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Promote the organization’s employer brand in the marketplace.
• Stay current on market trends, labor availability, and competitive hiring practices.

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of recruiting experience, including both exempt and skilled trades hiring.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interviewing and candidate assessment skills.
• Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Preferred

• Experience recruiting in manufacturing, construction, industrial, or related industries.
• Knowledge of labor market trends and workforce development resources.
• Professional certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) a plus.