Manufacturing Recruiter

Staffmark Group; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Hamilton is seeking a Recruiter for Manufacturing & Skilled Trades to support a brand-new state-of-the-art facility in Libertyville, IL, while based at the Buffalo Grove site. This long-term temporary role (~1 year) will ramp up hiring for the existing plant before the Libertyville launch, sourcing skilled technicians for direct-hire roles in a highly automated environment.

The position requires 5+ years in manufacturing recruiting, strong ATS experience, and a high-energy,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recruiting experience in manufacturing, skilled trades, or a related technical space.
• Strong familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• High energy and a proactive, outreach-driven approach to sourcing.
• Comfort and confidence working within a manufacturing/plant setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for Automation Technicians, Injection Molding Technicians, Process Technicians, Maintenance Technicians, and other skilled roles.
• Drive proactive, high-volume sourcing beyond job boards via job fairs and community outreach.
• Build and maintain relationships with community colleges and technical training programs to develop a steady pipeline of talent.
• Partner with military transition programs to connect veterans with technical opportunities.
• Promote the Libertyville facility to generate local talent market awareness.
• Manage candidates through the full recruiting lifecycle using an ATS.
• Work on-site in a plant environment with hiring managers and the manufacturing team.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

High-energy outreach

Manufacturing/plant environment

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

ATS (Applicant Tracking System)

Job description

Recruiter - Manufacturing & Skilled Trades

Long-Term Temporary (Approx. 1 Year, with Potential for Conversion) | Buffalo Grove, IL

A leading global electronics manufacturing company is preparing to open a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Libertyville, IL - and we're looking for a high-energy Recruiter to help build the skilled technical workforce that will bring it to life.

Based out of the company's Buffalo Grove location, this Recruiter will initially support hiring for the existing plant before transitioning focus to ramping up the new Libertyville site, sourcing and hiring highly skilled technicians for direct-hire, full-time roles in a highly automated manufacturing environment. This is a long-term temporary assignment, anticipated to run approximately one year, with potential for conversion to a permanent position.

What You'll Do

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for roles including Automation Technicians, Injection Molding Technicians, Process Technicians, Maintenance Technicians, and other skilled technical positions
• Drive proactive, high-volume sourcing beyond standard job board postings - including job fairs, career fairs, and community outreach
• Build and maintain relationships with community colleges and technical training programs to develop a consistent pipeline of skilled talent
• Partner with military transition programs (including Navy station outreach) to connect veterans with technical career opportunities
• Actively promote the new Libertyville facility to generate awareness and interest across the local talent market
• Manage candidates through the full recruiting lifecycle using an applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Work on-site in a plant environment, engaging directly with hiring managers and the manufacturing team to understand real-time hiring needs

What You'll Need

• 5+ years of recruiting experience in manufacturing, skilled trades, or a related technical space
• Strong familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS)
• High energy and a proactive, outreach-driven approach to sourcing
• Comfort and confidence working within a manufacturing/plant setting

Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to play a foundational role in standing up a brand-new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility from the ground up - building the technical workforce that will power its launch. If you thrive on proactive sourcing, community engagement, and connecting skilled talent with meaningful, direct-hire careers, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.

The Details

• Type: Long-term temporary (~1 year), with potential for conversion to permanent
• Location: Buffalo Grove, IL (transitioning focus to Libertyville, IL site)

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

Hunter Hamilton is a high-performance professional search firm specializing connecting finance, HR, operations, and legal talent with leading employers.

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