Recruiter – Temporary Assignment

Quanex; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Quanex is seeking a Recruiter for a 90-day temporary assignment to support our Talent Acquisition team across multiple US manufacturing plants, sourcing, attracting, and scheduling hourly candidates.

You will partner with hiring managers, HR, and TA colleagues to understand staffing needs, develop targeted recruitment strategies, and maintain a robust candidate pipeline. This role emphasizes strong communication and organizational skills to keep candidates informed throughout the process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Proven experience as a recruiter in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ATS and social media recruiting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Source, attract, and schedule hourly candidates for Quanex's manufacturing plants.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and HR to understand staffing needs.
• Develop recruitment strategies to build a robust candidate pipeline.
• Keep candidates informed on status, interviews, and next steps.
• Provide updates on progress, challenges, and strategy adjustments.
• Stay informed on manufacturing talent trends and best practices.

Job description

Quanex is looking for a Recruiter to support our Talent Acquisition team on a temporary assignment (approximately 90 days).

In this short-term assignment, you will play a crucial role in sourcing, attracting, and scheduling candidates for Quanex’s manufacturing plants. You will collaborate with hiring managers, HR professionals, and other stakeholders to identify staffing needs and execute recruitment strategies that ensure a steady pipeline of skilled and motivated candidates.

What’s attractive about the Recruiter-Temporary Assignment?

• Lead hiring efforts across multiple US manufacturing sites
• Partner closely with experienced HR and TA team members that value collaboration
• Help a growing, global organization find the best talent

What Success Looks Like

• Work closely with hiring managers to understand their staffing requirements and develop recruitment strategies tailored to their needs.
• Source, attract, and schedule competitive hourly candidates for Quanex’s manufacturing plants and locations.
• Proactively build and maintain a robust candidate pipeline for various manufacturing roles, including but not limited to production and administrative roles.
• Keep candidates engaged and informed about their application status, interview outcomes, and next steps.
• Regularly communicate with HR and hiring managers and provide updates on recruitment progress, challenges, and adjustments to the strategy.
• Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and changes that may impact talent acquisition in the manufacturing sector.
• Provide insights and recommendations to continuously improve the recruitment process and attract high-quality candidates.

Your Credentials

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred but not mandatory).
• Proven experience as a recruiter, particularly in manufacturing or related industries.
• Familiarity with various recruiting techniques and tools, including applicant tracking systems (ATS) and social media platforms.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with hiring managers and candidates.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple candidates and tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.

The hourly rate falls within a range of $30.00/hour to $40.00/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

About Quanex, A Part Of Something Bigger

Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.