Senior Corporate Recruiter

ASTEC; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed base salary

Performance-based commission

Limited travel (10%)

Job summary

A machinery manufacturing leader in Chattanooga is seeking a Sr. Recruiter to manage the full-cycle recruitment for various salaried roles. This role emphasizes strategic talent sourcing, collaboration with business leaders, and delivering exceptional candidate experiences. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of recruiting experience and knowledge of HR technologies. The position offers a stable base salary with performance-based commission and limited travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional recruiting experience preferred.
• Proficiency with HR technology and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full-cycle recruitment process for salaried roles.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand talent needs.
• Advocate for diversity and inclusion in hiring practices.
• Enhance employer branding and deliver exceptional candidate experiences.

Skills

Applicant tracking systems proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Understanding of federal and state employment regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

LinkedIn

Job description

At Astec, we believe in the power of connection and the importance of building long‑lasting relationships with our employees, customers and the communities we call home. With a team more than 4,000 strong, our employees are our #1 advantage. We invest in skills training and provide opportunities for career development to help you grow along with the business. We offer programs that support physical safety, as well as benefits and resources to enhance total health and wellbeing, so you can be your best at work and at home.

Our equipment is used to build the roads and infrastructure that connects us to each other and to the goods and services we use. We are an industry leader known for delivering innovative solutions that create value for our customers. As our industry evolves, we are using new technology and data like never before.

We’re looking for creative problem solvers to build the future with us. Connect with us today and build your career at Astec.

Location

This will be an in‑office position at one of the Astec sites in Chattanooga, with an occasional work‑from‑home day.

Position Overview

The Sr. Recruiter is responsible for the full‑cycle recruitment process for salaried roles at Astec and serves as the driving force in sourcing, finding, and helping to select exceptional talent. You must be able to successfully manage recruitment for a full slate of openings across Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Human Resources, and other disciplines. There will be constant engagement with hiring managers across the organization, and you must be skilled at building as well as maintaining relationships with your internal customers and candidates. This role offers a unique blend of strategic planning, hands‑on recruiting, and relationship‑building with a focus on delivering excellence at every stage of the candidate journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Talent Sourcing: Identify and find top talent through innovative sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, networking events, and niche industry platforms.
• Business Partner Collaboration: Work closely with hiring managers and HR managers to understand their talent needs and develop recruitment strategies aligned with company goals.
• Candidate Evaluation: Lead comprehensive intake meetings and conduct interviews to assess candidate skills and ensure the best talent is selected.
• Diversity and Inclusion Advocacy: Champion initiatives to build diverse candidate pipelines and promote inclusive hiring practices.
• Data‑Driven Insights: Use recruitment metrics to refine strategies, measure success, and make data‑backed recommendations for improvement.
• Enhance Employer Branding: Position the company as an employer of choice by showcasing our commitment to innovation, excellence, and diversity.
• Deliver Exceptional Candidate Experiences: Ensure every interaction is positive, from the first conversation to the onboarding process.
• Recruiting KPI and Goal Management: Base pay plus performance‑based commission that rewards your recruitment successes.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Guaranteed base salary provides stability and peace of mind.
• Performance‑based commission opportunities that reward your recruitment successes.
• Limited travel (10%).

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of professional recruiting experience preferred.

Core Skills

• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and common recruiting tools (e.g., LinkedIn, job boards).
• Understanding of talent needs and development of recruitment strategies aligned with company goals.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment regulations.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving abilities.

Technology and Analytics

• Competency in HRIS, ATS, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience leveraging data to advise recruitment strategies.

Culture & Values

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of customers.
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business.
• Respect for all individuals.
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation.
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success.

Travel Requirements

10% travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Human Resources

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing