Recruiter - Caledonia Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is expanding its West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting network in Caledonia, MI. We seek a Recruiter to source, screen, and place candidates across shop floor to engineering roles, building a robust talent pipeline and partnering with HR for smooth onboarding.

Expected salary ranges from $51,000 to $78,000 based on experience. The role emphasizes real insight into candidates and effective sourcing strategies in a manufacturing context.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to recruit for a wide range of roles, from shop floor to executive level.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and industry-specific terminology.
• Experience with various applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment marketing tools.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing effective sourcing strategies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates for various manufacturing roles, from production to engineering.
• Manage the full recruitment life cycle, including job posting, candidate tracking, and offer management.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future openings.
• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) to manage candidate data and recruitment activities.
• Conduct thorough background checks and reference checks for selected candidates.
• Represent the company at career fairs and recruitment events to attract top talent.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure a smooth onboarding process for new hires.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Manufacturing knowledge

ATS experience

Sourcing strategies

Communication

Negotiation

Tools

ATS platforms

Recruitment marketing tools

Job description

Recruiter | Caledonia, MI

Salary Range: $51,000 - $78,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking 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 in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Caledonia seeking skilled Recruiters.

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.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Caledonia region seeking Recruiters. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates for various manufacturing roles, from production to engineering.
• Manage the full recruitment life cycle, including job posting, candidate tracking, and offer management.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future openings.
• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) to manage candidate data and recruitment activities.
• Conduct thorough background checks and reference checks for selected candidates.
• Represent the company at career fairs and recruitment events to attract top talent.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure a smooth onboarding process for new hires.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to recruit for a wide range of roles, from shop floor to executive level
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and industry-specific terminology
• Experience with various applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment marketing tools
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing effective sourcing strategies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with an ATS beyond basic data entry, such as workflow optimization or custom reporting.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and their application in talent acquisition.
• Demonstrated ability to source passive candidates for highly specialized technical roles.
• Understanding of OFCCP compliance requirements for federal contractors.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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.