Recruiter - Allegan Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Michigan; On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is seeking an experienced Recruiter to join our Allegan, MI team. You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle for a range of manufacturing roles, partnering with hiring managers to deliver top talent.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in manufacturing, strong sourcing skills, and proficiency with ATS and other sourcing tools.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to source and attract highly skilled technical and operational talent.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, roles, and industry-specific challenges.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and various sourcing tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for a variety of manufacturing roles, from shop floor to management.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their needs and provide strategic recruitment advice.
• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) to manage candidate pipelines and track recruitment metrics.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate the onboarding process for new hires.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for recruitment processes and employer branding.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Sourcing

Communication

Relationship building

Tools

ATS

Job description

Recruiter | Allegan, MI

Salary Range: $50,000 - $77,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for connecting talent with opportunity and building strong teams? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Allegan, seeking experienced Recruiters to strengthen their teams.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for a variety of manufacturing roles, from shop floor to management.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their needs and provide strategic recruitment advice.
• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) to manage candidate pipelines and track recruitment metrics.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate the onboarding process for new hires.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for recruitment processes and employer branding.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to source and attract highly skilled technical and operational talent.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, roles, and industry-specific challenges.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and various sourcing tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with an ATS beyond basic data entry, including report generation and system optimization.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and their application in talent acquisition.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage social media and professional networks for passive candidate sourcing.
• Knowledge of OFCCP compliance requirements relevant to manufacturing recruitment.

Job Titles That Should Apply

• Talent Acquisition Specialist
• Recruiting Coordinator
• HR Recruiter
• Technical Recruiter
• Agency Recruiter
• Corporate Recruiter
• Sourcer
• Talent Partner
• Recruitment Consultant
• Senior Recruiter

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.