Collaborate with the Director of Recruiting and manufacturing leadership to forecast hiring needs aligned with production schedules and global expansion plans.
Maintain a dynamic capacity model to ensure recruiting resources are aligned with factory ramp-ups, supply chain shifts, and procurement cycles.
Develop sourcing strategies for roles in plant operations, automation, quality, materials management, and supplier development.
Leverage competitive intelligence and labor market data to inform hiring decisions in high-demand manufacturing regions.
Conduct proactive talent mapping for critical manufacturing roles, including direct labor, engineering, and leadership positions.
Build pipelines for emerging manufacturing technologies and global supply chain capabilities.
Ensure recruiting processes meet compliance standards for manufacturing hiring, including labor law, safety certifications, and diversity goals.
Monitor ATS metrics and KPIs to optimize recruiter performance and hiring velocity across global factory sites.
Coach and mentor recruiters to build expertise in manufacturing and supply chain talent acquisition.
Champion inclusive hiring practices across all manufacturing sites, ensuring diverse candidate slates for leadership and technical roles.
Promote the company as an employer of choice in manufacturing hubs through targeted campaigns, job fairs, and partnerships with technical schools and trade organizations.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred; equivalent experience in talent acquisition or HR leadership will be considered.
Minimum of 10 years of full‑cycle recruitment experience, with a proven track record of hiring across manufacturing, supply chain, operations, and procurement functions.
Demonstrated success in leading and managing recruitment teams, including oversight of daily operations, performance coaching, and process optimization.
Global Manufacturing & Operations Expertise: Prior experience supporting high‑volume manufacturing environments, global supply chain teams, and strategic procurement initiatives.
Decision‑Making Agility: Ability to make sound, independent decisions in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment while anticipating future talent needs.
Multitasking & Prioritization: Skilled in managing multiple requisitions and projects simultaneously with a focus on execution and results.
Autonomous Execution: Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision, while maintaining alignment with broader business goals.
Customer‑Centric Mindset: Strong commitment to delivering exceptional service to hiring managers, candidates, and internal stakeholders.
Organizational Excellence: Detail‑oriented with a passion for process, systems, and continuous improvement.
Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with federal and state employment laws and hiring practices, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
Leadership Presence: Serves as a role model and ambassador for the Talent Acquisition and HR teams, representing the company with professionalism and integrity.
Communication Mastery: Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to influence and engage senior leaders.