HR/Recruiting Coordinator

Pilgrim's; Town of Arcadia (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80 hours paid vacation

Benefits at 60 days

70% off Pilgrim’s products

Mentor/training

Advancement opportunities

Tuition assistance

Growth programs

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Arcadia, WI seeks an HR Coordinator II – Recruiting Coordinator to efficiently fill open hourly plant positions and manage candidate tracking. You will partner with hiring managers to source, screen, and place applicants while upholding Pilgrim’s safety and quality standards.

This role offers growth through our Supervisor Development and Management Trainee programs, plus strong benefits and 401(k) eligibility.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years recruiting/HR experience preferred.
• High school/GED required; higher level education preferred.
• Bilingual required.
• Recruiting experience strongly preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office and Jobvite.
• Customer-service orientation; excellent communication skills (verbal, written, listening).
• Willing to work with diverse groups and promote inclusion.
• High energy, adaptable to change, fast-paced.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to adapt quickly to change.
• Some travel required.
• Flexible schedule/availability.
• Skills: telephone, interviewing, professionalism, organization, project management, creativity, innovation, confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Build applicant sources via community services, colleges, agencies, recruiters, media, and internet sites.
• Assess eligibility by analyzing job descriptions and qualifications with hiring managers.
• Attract applicants by posting ads and using recruiters and job sites.
• Maintain applicant tracking logs and daily/weekly reports.
• Post openings and track applicants in Recruitment Management System.
• Serve as a liaison with candidates through the selection process.
• Evaluate qualifications by interviews and references against job requirements.
• Promote Pilgrim’s as a great place to work with information and presentations.
• Source a pool of qualified candidates ahead of need.
• Assist in developing marketing materials for the company.
• Research and suggest new recruiting sources.

Skills

Recruiting experience

HR experience

Bilingual

MS Office

Jobvite

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Adaptability

Travel

Flexible schedule

Confidentiality

Interviewing

Project management

Creativity

Innovation

Diversity & inclusion

Education

High school diploma

GED

Higher education preferred

Tools

MS Office

Jobvite

Job description

About Pilgrim’s

Pilgrim’s is a leading global provider of high-quality food products, including well‑recognized brands and value‑added premium products. As one of the world’s largest poultry producers, Pilgrim’s has supplied wholesome, quality products to customers and consumers for more than seven decades. Our passion for excellence drives us to be the best and to continue to diversify and grow.

Pilgrim’s Arcadia Location

While Pilgrim’s is a global company, we offer a hometown feel within our complex located in Arcadia, WI. Pilgrim’s works with 150 local growers and employs approximately 500 team members at the complex. We give you the tools you need to discover your perfect career match and the freedom and support to take your career to the next level. It is our goal to be your employer of choice and provide you with the opportunity for a better future.

Position: HR Coordinator II – Recruiting Coordinator

The wage for this position will be dependent on education and experience.

Benefits

• 80 hours of paid vacation, after 60 days of employment
• Benefits at 60 days of employment; 401(k) contributions on day 1 of employment
• 70% off quality Pilgrim’s poultry products
• Training provided with a trainer/mentor
• Advancement opportunities
• Better Futures Program – 2‑year community college tuition paid for you or your dependents
• Opportunity to grow your career through our Supervisor Development Program or Management Trainee Program

At Pilgrim’s, safety is a condition, meaning the safety of our team members comes first – always.

Position Summary

The Recruiting Coordinator is responsible for efficiently and effectively filling open positions with a primary focus on hourly plant staffing and applicant tracking.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Build applicant sources by researching and contacting community services, colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, media, and internet sites.
• Determine applicant eligibility by analyzing job descriptions and qualifications while collaborating with hiring managers/supervisors.
• Attract applicants by placing job advertisements, contacting recruiters, and using newsgroups and job sites.
• Maintain applicant tracking logs and manage daily and weekly reports.
• Post openings and track applicants using the Recruitment Management System.
• Act as a point of contact and build candidate relationships during the selection process.
• Determine applicant qualifications by interviewing applicants, verifying references, and comparing qualifications to job requirements.
• Evaluate applicants by discussing job requirements and applicant qualifications with managers and interviewing applicants on a consistent set of qualifications.
• Promote the company as the best place to work by providing organization information, opportunities, and benefits; making presentations; maintaining rapport.
• Source a pool of qualified candidates in advance of need.
• Serve as a resource in developing marketing materials for the company.
• Research and recommend new sources for active and passive candidate recruiting.

Expectations – All Team Members

• Observe and enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that enables effective, cooperative collaboration with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
• Participate in process improvement and problem solving using continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies.
• Recognize and act on incidents and safety risks; consistently practice and enforce safe work habits and drive those habits throughout the organization.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 1–2 years recruiting/HR experience preferred.
• High school/GED required; higher level education preferred.
• Bilingual required.
• Recruiting experience strongly preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational and record‑keeping skills.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office and Jobvite.
• Must have a customer‑service orientation; excellent communication skills, including verbal, written, and listening; excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization.
• Must be willing to work with diverse work groups, cultures, and promote inclusion.
• Ideal candidate will have high energy, be adaptable to change, and enjoy a fast work pace.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to adapt quickly to change.
• Some travel required.
• Flexible schedule/availability.
• Additional required skills and abilities include telephone skills, interviewing, professionalism, organization, project management, creativity, innovation, and confidentiality.

To perform this job successfully, the applicant must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EOE, including disability/vets

Equal employment opportunity is a hallmark of Pilgrim’s. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.