Recruiter - Grand Rapids Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Grand Rapids connects manufacturers with top talent and is actively recruiting Recruiters to join the West Michigan network. You will partner with local companies seeking skilled recruiting professionals and build meaningful connections in the manufacturing community.

This role emphasizes high-quality hiring, building candidate pipelines, conducting thorough interviews, and managing the full lifecycle from requisition to onboarding using modern sourcing channels.

Qualifications

• Proven experience recruiting for manufacturing, industrial, or skilled trades roles.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and industry terminology.
• Proficiency with ATS and diverse sourcing strategies (job boards, social networks).

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and recruitment strategies.
• Source and attract qualified candidates for manufacturing roles, including production, engineering, and quality control.
• Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from requisition to offer and onboarding.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for future openings.
• Utilize ATS, job boards, and social media to maximize outreach.

Skills

Manufacturing recruitment

High-volume hiring

ATS proficiency

Candidate sourcing

Tools

ATS

Job boards

Social media sourcing

Job description

Recruiter | Grand Rapids, MI

Salary Range: $49,000 - $76,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled 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 dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Grand Rapids seeking experienced 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 are working with companies in Grand Rapids that are adding Recruiters to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Source and attract qualified candidates for a variety of manufacturing roles, including production, engineering, and quality control.
• Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial requisition to offer extension and onboarding support.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for future openings.
• Utilize various recruitment tools and platforms, including ATS, job boards, and social media, to maximize outreach.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience recruiting for manufacturing, industrial, or skilled trades roles.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, terminology, and industry-specific skill sets.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and various sourcing strategies (e.g., job boards, social media, professional networks).
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume recruitment for diverse manufacturing positions (e.g., operators, engineers, technicians).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Talent Acquisition Specialist, Recruiting Coordinator, HR Recruiter, Technical Recruiter, Agency Recruiter, Corporate Recruiter, Sourcing Specialist, Recruitment Consultant, Human Resources Generalist, Talent Scout

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.