Global Talent Acquisition Specialist – Manufacturing/Engineering (Onsite)

Software Placement Group; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Incentive Pay Program

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Health club membership

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) Plan

Annual Profit Sharing

Paid Vacation

Air-conditioned facilities

Job summary

Software Placement Group in Naperville, IL is seeking a Recruiter to lead full lifecycle recruiting for salaried roles across engineering, operations, management and corporate functions in a fast-paced industrial setting.

You will source, screen, interview, and build talent pipelines, partnering with managers, HR, and branding teams while ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies. This is an on-site, full-time role with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 3-7 years of recruiting experience in manufacturing/industrial settings.
• Full lifecycle recruiting for engineering, technical, professional, and managerial roles.
• Strong sourcing via job boards, social media, employee referrals and networking.
• Knowledge of applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting software.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to deliver results.
• Knowledge of employment laws and best practices in hiring.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle recruitment for salaried positions across multiple manufacturing functions
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, workforce needs, and long-term talent goals
• Source, screen, and interview candidates, ensuring a high-quality and efficient recruitment process
• Build and maintain pipelines of top talent using internal databases, job boards, social media, and professional networks
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers, candidates, and HR partners
• Support employer branding initiatives and promote the organization as an employer of choice within the manufacturing industry
• Stay current on labor market trends, compensation benchmarks, and best practices in talent acquisition
• Track and report recruiting metrics to identify improvement areas and drive process enhancements
• Participate in campus recruiting programs, industry events, and professional associations to identify candidates
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies throughout the recruitment process

Skills

Full lifecycle recruiting

Sourcing

Interviews

Interpersonal skills

Multi-requisition management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

ATS software

Job description

Location: Naperville, IL | Schedule: Full-time, on-site | Compensation: $95k - $120k annually

Overview

An established manufacturing company is seeking a motivated Recruiter to join its Talent Acquisition team. This role focuses on full lifecycle recruiting for salaried employees across engineering, operations, management, and corporate functions in a fast-paced industrial environment, playing a key role in connecting top talent with the right opportunities.

What you'll do

• Manage full lifecycle recruitment for salaried positions across multiple manufacturing functions
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, workforce needs, and long-term talent goals
• Source, screen, and interview candidates, ensuring a high-quality and efficient recruitment process
• Build and maintain pipelines of top talent using internal databases, job boards, social media, and professional networks
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers, candidates, and HR partners
• Support employer branding initiatives and promote the organization as an employer of choice within the manufacturing industry
• Stay current on labor market trends, compensation benchmarks, and best practices in talent acquisition
• Track and report recruiting metrics to identify improvement areas and drive process enhancements
• Participate in campus recruiting programs, industry events, and professional associations to identify candidates
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies throughout the recruitment process

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 3-7 years of recruiting experience, ideally in manufacturing or industrial settings, with a focus on salaried employees
• Proven experience managing full lifecycle recruiting for engineering, technical, professional, and managerial roles
• Strong sourcing skills, including job boards, social media, employee referrals, and networking
• Knowledge of applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting software
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to deliver results under tight deadlines
• Knowledge of employment laws and best practices in hiring

Preferred qualifications

• Global experience recruiting for engineering, operations, and technical roles in a manufacturing environment; experience in Canada and/or Mexico is a plus
• Familiarity with workforce planning and talent pipeline development
• Experience with employer branding initiatives and recruitment marketing strategies

Compensation and benefits

• Typical pay range: $95k - $120k annually (based on skills, experience, and qualifications)
• Eligible for participation in Quarterly Incentive Pay Program
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) Plan
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Paid Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art facilities

Why this role

This is an opportunity to lead full lifecycle recruiting for a range of manufacturing and engineering functions while helping shape the employer brand of a fast-paced industrial organization.