Skilled Trades Recruiter

ALIGN PRECISION; Cottondale (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ALIGN PRECISION is seeking a Skilled Trades Recruiter to lead full-cycle recruitment for CNC Machinists and related skilled trades across our aerospace and defense manufacturing programs. The role requires onsite presence at our Tuscaloosa, AL site and collaboration with Manufacturing and HR leaders at multiple locations.

You will source active and passive candidates, screen for technical competency, coordinate assessments, and manage offers while ensuring ITAR/EAR compliance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in manufacturing or skilled trades.
• Experience using ATS (UKG or UltiPro).
• Experience using sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, ZipRecruiter).
• Strong communication and relationship-management skills across all levels.
• Ability to manage a high-volume requisition load in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Preferred: Associate’s degree in skilled trades and 4 years recruiting experience.
• Working knowledge of CNC terminology, machine types, and manufacturing processes.
• Prior recruiting experience in aerospace, defense or ITAR environments.
• PHR/SHRM-CP certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for CNC Machinists and related skilled trades.
• Partner with site Manufacturing, HR, Production, and Engineering leaders to understand staffing needs.
• Source active and passive candidates via job boards, trade schools, apprenticeship and veteran programs.
• Screen resumes and conduct interviews to assess technical competency (blueprint reading, GD&T, CNC programming).
• Coordinate technical assessments and shop floor interviews with hiring managers.
• Maintain ATS data with accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure ITAR/EAR compliance where applicable, including verifying U.S. Person status.
• Extend offers and manage pre-employment steps (background checks, drug screening).
• Build relationships with trade schools and veteran programs to sustain a pipeline.
• Track recruiting metrics and stay updated on wage benchmarks.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Sourcing tools

Communication

High-volume recruiting

Relationship management

Education

Associate’s degree in skilled trades

Tools

UKG or UltiPro

LinkedIn Recruiter

Indeed

ZipRecruiter

Job description

Position Summary: ALIGN’s Skilled Trades Recruiter focuses on full-cycle recruitment for CNC Machinists and related skilled trades positions supporting aerospace and defense manufacturing programs. The Recruiter is responsible for sourcing and managing candidates from initial outreach through offer and onboarding, partnering with Manufacturing and Human Resource leaders at each of our nine sites. This is an onsite position. Candidates must be located in Arundel, ME, Philadelphia, PA, Clearwater, FL or Tuscaloosa, AL.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manages full-cycle recruitment for CNC Machinists (CNC Mill, CNC Lathe, 5-Axis, Swiss-style), Machine Operators, Tool & Die Makers, CNC Programmers, Manufacturing engineers, and related skilled trades roles.
• Partners with site Manufacturing, HR, Production, and Engineering leaders to understand staffing needs, technical skill requirements, and program timelines.
• Sources active and passive candidates through job boards, trade schools, technical/vocational programs, apprenticeship programs, veteran transition programs, industry associations, and employee referrals.
• Screens resumes and conduct initial phone/video interviews to assess technical competency (blueprint reading, GD&T knowledge, CNC programming/setup experience, relevant machine tool experience — e.g., Haas, Mazak, Okuma, DMG Mori).
• Coordinates technical/skills assessments and shop floor interviews with hiring managers.
• Manages candidate pipeline and applicant tracking system (ATS) data with accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensures compliance with ITAR/EAR requirements when applicable, including verifying U.S. Person status for export-controlled positions.
• Extends offers, negotiate compensation within approved bands, and manage the pre-employment process (background checks, drug screening).
• Builds and maintains relationships with local trade schools, community colleges, technical training centers, and veteran/military transition programs to build a sustainable talent pipeline.
• Tracks and reports recruiting metrics (time-to-fill, source of hire, offer acceptance rate, pipeline health) to leadership.
• Stays current on machining labor market trends, regional wage benchmarks, and competitor hiring practices.
• Other duties assigned.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:
• - 4+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with demonstrated experience recruiting for manufacturing, machining, or skilled trades roles
• Experience using an ATS (preferably UKG or UltiPro)
• Experience using sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, ZipRecruiter, etc.)
• Strong communication and relationship-management skills across all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage a high-volume requisition load in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Preferred Qualifications
• - Associate’s degree in skilled trades field and 4 years of recruiting experience
• Working knowledge of CNC machining terminology, machine types, and manufacturing processes sufficient to screen technical candidates
• Prior experience recruiting in aerospace, defense or other regulated manufacturing industries (AS9100, ITAR environments)
• PHR/SHRM-CP certification or equivalent
• Physical Requirements:
• - Long periods of sitting
• Extended screen time

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Travel Required: Occasional travel to job fairs, trade schools or ALIGN business units

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitude, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety to themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.

Affirmative Action/Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: ALIGN PRECISION is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We are committed to creating a workplace where all qualified individuals are welcome and can thrive, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Experience

Preferred

• 4 year(s): Prior recruiting experience

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