Recruiter

Kdc/one Northern Labs; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KDC is a network of custom formulators and manufacturers in Manitowoc, WI, seeking a Recruiter to handle hourly, non-exempt, and salaried exempt personnel. The role reports to the HR Director and focuses on sourcing, screening, and onboarding, while supporting administration and HR initiatives.

Location is Manitowoc, WI, with responsibilities across recruiting, applicant evaluation, and offer coordination, ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business or HR or equivalent experience.
• At least one year experience recruiting hourly personnel.
• Experience with automated time clock systems.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams; familiarity with Skype.

Responsibilities

• Source and recruit candidates using databases, social media, and networking.
• Screen resumes and job applications; conduct interviews.
• Complete reference and background checks.
• Provide recruiting reports and maintain candidate records.
• Assist onboarding and orientations for new hires.
• Support internal HR processes and special projects as needed.

Skills

Recruiting hourly personnel

Interviewing

Candidate relationships

Education

Associate Degree in Business or HR

Tools

Excel

Word

Microsoft Outlook

Teams

Skype

Job description

kdc/one Northern Labs, 5800 West Dr, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emergingbeauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.

Job Title: Recruiter

Reports To: HR Director

Job category: Individual contributor Management

Division: Scented & Living Solutions

Department: Human Resources

Location: Manitowoc, WI

Description / Scope / Mission

Recruiting hourly, non-exempt, and salaried exempt personnel. Evaluates applicants by discussing job requirements and applicant qualifications with managers and interviewing applicants on a consistent set of qualifications. Assist the Human Resources Director with administrative duties as requested.

Key Responsibilities/ Accountabilities

• Source and recruit all candidates by using databases, social media, etc.


• Screen candidates resume and job applications.


• Conduct interviews using various reliable recruiting and selection tools/methods to filter candidates.


• Complete reference and background checks on candidates.


• Assess applicants’ relevant knowledge, skills, soft, skills, experience, and aptitudes.


• Provide analytical and well documented recruiting reports to the team.


• Act as a point of contact and build candidate relationships during the selection process.


• Promote the company’s reputation as an “Employer of Choice.”


• Assist in the job posting and advertising process in order to attract qualified candidates.


• Facilitate the offer process by extending an offer once approved by HR Director.


• Stay abreast of recruiting trends and best practices.


• Manage the overall interview, selection, and closing process for hourly personnel.


• Schedule pre-employment testing after a contingent offer of employment has been made.


• Ensure all screening, hiring, and selection is done in accordance with employment laws and regulations.


• Work with temporary agencies in obtaining hourly employees based on production needs, as a supplement.


• Track temporary employment hours for hiring as Northern Labs employees after they reach 480 hours.


• Conduct orientations and onboarding process for new hires, transfer, promotions, etc.


• Attend job fairs as needed.


• Track paperwork for new hires.


• Posting jobs on TV monitors and bulletin boards.


• Work with training processes and documents as needed.


• Back up the receptionist as needed.


• Back up for Verkada Access Card system and Dayforce system.


• Other duties as assigned by management.

MARGINAL JOB DUTIES:

Assist EHS Manager with administrative tasks as needed.

Education / Certification / Qualifications / Experience

• Associate Degree in Business or Human Resources or equivalent experience.


• At least one year experience recruiting hourly, non-exempt personnel


• Experience with automated time clock system.


• Computer knowledge – Excel, Word, Mircosoft Outlook and Teams, Skpe

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

• None

Specific Knowledge: (Technical/Product, Organizational and Interpersonal)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Stand; and walk up to 1/3 of the time.


• Sit 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.


• Use hands to finger, handle or touch; and talk or hear 2/3 and more of the time.


• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less).


• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more.


• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).


• Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).

TOOLS/EQUIPMENT USED:

• Desk calculator, copy machine, fax machine and printer up to 1/3 of the time.


• Computer 2/3 and more of the time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PPE REQUIRED:

• Work will be conducted in an office as well as a factory setting.


• Safety glasses, hair net, sturdy work shoes when in factory areas.

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any othercharacteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.

kdc/one Northern Labs, 5800 West Dr, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States of America