Recruiter - Zeeland Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Zeeland, MI is seeking experienced Recruiters to connect talent with opportunity and support community growth in West Michigan's manufacturing sector. These roles focus on full-cycle recruiting across production, engineering, and quality control, building pipelines, using ATS, and guiding candidates through offers and onboarding.

Employers value quality over speed, and this network offers opportunities across partner companies with varying openings, targeting skilled

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to source top talent for a variety of skilled trades and technical roles
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and the ability to articulate them to candidates
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruiting software
• Demonstrated success in reducing time-to-fill and improving candidate quality
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies
• Source and screen candidates for production, engineering, and quality control
• Manage the full recruitment life cycle, from initial candidate contact to offer negotiation and onboarding
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for future openings through various channels
• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) to track candidate progress and maintain accurate recruitment data
• Conduct pre-employment assessments and background checks in compliance with company policies and regulations
• Represent the company at career fairs and recruitment events to attract top talent
• Provide a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Sourcing

ATS proficiency

Stakeholder mgmt

Manufacturing knowledge

Industry familiarity

Tools

ATS systems

Job description

Salary Range: $52,000 - $79,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader 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 and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Zeeland seeking experienced Recruiters to drive results.

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 Zeeland 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 screen candidates for a variety of manufacturing roles, including production, engineering, and quality control.


• Manage the full recruitment life cycle, from initial candidate contact to offer negotiation and onboarding.


• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for future openings through various channels.


• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) to track candidate progress and maintain accurate recruitment data.


• Conduct pre-employment assessments and background checks in compliance with company policies and regulations.


• Represent the company at career fairs and recruitment events to attract top talent.


• Provide a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a manufacturing environment


• Proven ability to source and attract top talent for a variety of skilled trades and technical roles


• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and the ability to articulate them to candidates


• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruiting software


• Demonstrated success in reducing time-to-fill and improving candidate quality


• 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 or system optimization.


• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and their application in a hiring context.


• Prior experience recruiting for skilled trades or unionized environments.


• Certifications in HR (e.g., PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) or specialized recruiting areas.


• Multilingual proficiency, particularly in languages common within the local manufacturing workforce.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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.