Recruiter

Cornerstone Building Brands; North Carolina; On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

401k

Life insurance

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a Corporate Recruiter to identify, attract, and hire top talent across manufacturing, engineering, and professional roles. You’ll partner with hiring leaders to develop effective recruiting strategies and manage a 16–20 requisition portfolio in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a proactive, relationship-driven recruiter who can deliver an excellent candidate experience and stay ahead of labor market trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent).
• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably in corporate/manufacturing.
• Proven success recruiting for salaried professional roles across manufacturing and engineering.
• Strong knowledge of labor market trends to shape recruiting strategies.
• Experience managing a high-volume requisition portfolio (16–20).

Responsibilities

• Manage an average portfolio of 16–20 requisitions, balancing priorities.
• Partner with hiring managers to define requirements and hiring strategies.
• Recruit across manufacturing leadership, operations, engineering, and professionals.
• Source candidates via job boards, social media, referrals, and direct outreach.
• Review applications, interview candidates, and maintain pipelines.
• Coordinate interviews and keep candidates engaged throughout process.
• Conduct reference checks and coordinate background screening.
• Extend offers and communicate compensation details.
• Build talent pipelines for current and future needs.
• Track recruiting activity in the ATS and stay compliant with laws.

Skills

Relationship-building

Time management

Prioritization

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair &R&R markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us athttp://cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Corporate Recruiter, you will be responsible for identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent to support the organization’s workforce needs. Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Sr. Manager, you will manage an average requisition load of 16–20 open positions at a time, supporting a diverse range of roles from manufacturing and operations leadership to engineering and other professional positions.

You will partner closely with hiring leaders to develop effective recruiting strategies and deliver a strong candidate experience. The ideal candidate is a proactive, relationship-driven recruiter who can effectively manage competing priorities, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about connecting great talent with the right opportunities.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Manage an average portfolio of 16–20 requisitions, balancing priorities and ensuring consistent progress across assigned openings.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand business needs, define hiring requirements, and develop effective recruiting strategies.
• Recruit across a diverse portfolio of positions, including manufacturing leadership, operations, engineering, and other professional roles.
• Source and attract qualified candidates through job boards, social media, networking, referrals, direct outreach, and other creative sourcing channels.
• Review applications and resumes to identify qualified candidates and maintain strong talent pipelines.
• Conduct recruiter screens and interviews to assess candidates’ experience, skills, and alignment with the role and organization.
• Coordinate interviews and maintain consistent communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.
• Partner with hiring managers to facilitate efficient and effective interview and selection processes.
• Conduct reference checks and coordinate background screening and other pre-employment requirements.
• Extend offers, communicate compensation and employment details, and support candidates through the offer and acceptance process.
• Proactively build and maintain talent pipelines to support current and future hiring needs.
• Track recruiting activity and maintain accurate and timely candidate and requisition information within the applicant tracking system.
• Stay current on recruiting trends, labor market conditions, sourcing strategies, and talent acquisition best practices.
• Contribute to Talent Acquisition initiatives, process improvements, and other HR projects as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably within a corporate or manufacturing environment.
• Proven success recruiting for salaried professional positions, including manufacturing leadership, operations, engineering, and other specialized roles.
• Strong understanding of labor market trends and the ability to translate market insights into effective recruiting strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume requisition portfolio, typically supporting 16–20 open requisitions while effectively prioritizing competing demands.
• Ability to act as a change agent and champion process excellence, driving continuous improvement across Talent Acquisition.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and business leaders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to changing business priorities.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple searches and deadlines simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, follow-through, and operational efficiency.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and other recruiting or HR technology.
• Working knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and recruiting compliance requirements.
• Creative problem-solving skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to recruiting challenges.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive candidate and employee information.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action planfor protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000- $120,000 + bonus + medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1 + 401k and PTO. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. (Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.)

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where welive, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action planfor protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.