Manufacturing Contract Sr. Recruiter

Kirby; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Stewart & Stevenson Manufacturing Technologies is seeking a Contract Senior Recruiter to lead full-cycle recruitment for our Houston manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with supervisors, managers, trade schools and partners to identify, engage and advance top talent through a thoughtful hiring process.

You will own sourcing, screening, interviewing coordination and onboarding, building strong relationships with candidates and hiring teams while representing the company at local events

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recruiting, HR or talent acquisition experience, preferably in manufacturing or high-volume hiring.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems, HRIS platforms and job boards to attract, screen and evaluate candidates.
• Ability to build strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers, supervisors, employees, staffing partners and community organizations.
• Strong sourcing and candidate engagement skills, including cold outreach, referrals, social media and events.
• Ability to coordinate and attend hiring events, job fairs, college events and local community recruiting activities.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle recruitment, including candidate engagement, sourcing, screening, interview coordination, selection support and onboarding handoff.
• Partner with manufacturing supervisors and managers to understand open positions and build recruiting strategies.
• Source candidates through cold outreach, referrals, job fairs, social media, job boards and community partnerships.
• Review applications in the ATS and evaluate work history, education, training, job skills and compensation requirements.
• Conduct preliminary interviews and assess candidates for knowledge, skills, and fit for the role.
• Refer qualified candidates to the next stage and coordinate interviews with hiring teams.
• Serve as a liaison with outside agencies, local colleges and community organizations.
• Respond to inquiries related to staffing activity and career opportunities.
• Maintain recruiting records and candidate disposition information in line with policy and regulations.
• Support recruiting practices compliant with equal employment opportunity requirements.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Sourcing & engagement

Stakeholder management

Interview coordination

On-site collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ATS systems

HRIS

Job boards

Job description

Stewart & Stevenson Manufacturing Technologies located at 10750 Telge Rd, Houston, TX 77095 is hiring a Contract Senior Recruiter to support recruiting and selection for our Houston manufacturing operations. In this highly visible role, you will partner with supervisors, managers, trade schools, and candidates to identify, engage and move great talent through a thoughtful hiring process. This is a strong opportunity for a hands‑on talent acquisition professional who enjoys full-cycle recruiting, relationship building, hiring events, creative sourcing and making a measurable impact on hiring quality, candidate experience and retention.

Responsibilities

Why this role is exciting

• High-impact work: You will help fill critical roles that support manufacturing operations and business continuity.
• Strong partnership model: You will work directly with supervisors and managers to clarify hiring needs, define best‑fit qualifications and support informed selection decisions.
• Community connection: You will represent the company with local colleges, trade schools, job fairs, community events and external recruiting partners.
• Candidate‑centered recruiting: You will be a trusted point of contact for candidates, helping them understand the opportunity, process, compensation, benefits, policies and next steps.
• End‑to‑end ownership: You will manage recruiting activity from sourcing and screening through interview coordination, selection support and onboarding.

What You Will Do

• Own full‑cycle recruitment, including candidate engagement, sourcing, screening, interview coordination, selection support, candidate communication and onboarding handoff.
• Partner with manufacturing supervisors and managers to understand open positions, define required qualifications and build recruiting strategies that support quality hires.
• Source candidates through cold outreach, employee referrals, job fairs, social media, job boards, outside agencies and community partnerships.
• Review applications in the applicant tracking system and evaluate work history, education, training, job skills, compensation requirements and role alignment.
• Conduct preliminary interviews and assess candidates for relevant knowledge, skills, soft skills, experience, aptitudes and overall fit for the role.
• Refer qualified candidates to the next stage of the hiring process and coordinate interviews with hiring teams.
• Serve as a liaison with outside employment agencies, recruiters, local colleges, trade schools and community organizations.
• Respond to candidate, employee, supervisor and manager inquiries related to staffing activity and career opportunities.
• Maintain recruiting records and candidate disposition information in alignment with company policy and applicable employment regulations.
• Support recruiting practices that comply with federal, state and local equal employment opportunity requirements and company policy.

In‑Office Work Requirement

This position is a fully in‑office role and requires regular on‑site attendance Monday through Friday. As a key member of our team, you will collaborate closely with colleagues, leaders, and cross‑functional partners in a fast‑paced environment where face‑to‑face interaction, teamwork, and responsiveness are essential to success. Candidates should be comfortable working on‑site full‑time and committed to maintaining a consistent in‑office presence.

Qualifications

What you will bring

• 5+ years of recruiting, HR or talent acquisition experience, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, skilled trades or high‑volume hiring environment.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems, HRIS platforms and job boards to attract, screen and evaluate candidates.
• Ability to build strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers, supervisors, employees, staffing partners and community organizations.
• Strong sourcing and candidate engagement skills, including comfort with cold outreach, referrals, social media, events and job boards.
• Ability to schedule, coordinate and attend hiring events, job fairs, college events, trade school events and local community recruiting activities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information effectively and professionally.
• Sound judgment, professionalism and the ability to maintain positive working relationships with a variety of people and personalities.
• Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university preferred.