Job Title: Manufacturing RecruiterJob DescriptionThis role leads full-cycle recruiting for hourly manufacturing and production positions in a fast-paced, assembly-oriented environment. You will own the hourly recruiting function, partnering closely with production leadership to build candidate pipelines, manage hiring events, and guide candidates from initial sourcing through offer. This is a highly visible position with significant local impact, ideal for an experienced manufacturing recruiter who enjoys high-volume hiring, autonomy, and being close to the business.Responsibilities
- Own full-cycle recruiting for hourly manufacturing and production roles, including sourcing, screening, interview coordination, offers, and candidate follow-up.
- Source and screen candidates for Production Associate and related warehouse, assembly, and material-handling openings.
- Manage approximately five open requisitions at a time, often with multiple hires attached to each requisition.
- Coordinate interviews and hiring activities across multiple Production Supervisors and other stakeholders.
- Create, manage, and update job postings while maintaining accurate candidate pipelines and ATS activity.
- Communicate proactively with candidates throughout the hiring process, ensuring a professional and responsive candidate experience.
- Recruit primarily through the ATS, Indeed, and LinkedIn, leveraging these platforms to build strong talent pipelines.
- Work within SuccessFactors as the applicant tracking system, maintaining organized and compliant recruiting records.
- Support hiring events and career fairs, and potentially assist with university recruiting initiatives.
- Assist with HR and administrative tasks during slower recruiting periods to support the broader HR function.
- Recruit for assembly-oriented manufacturing environments involving power tools, circuit boards, warehouse operations, and production work.
- Partner directly with production leadership to understand staffing needs across multiple shifts and align recruiting strategies with business priorities.
- Manage high-volume hiring in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple requisitions, candidates, and stakeholder relationships simultaneously.
- Adapt quickly to changing priorities driven by production demand while maintaining a strong sense of urgency and organization.
Essential Skills
- 3+ years of recruiting experience, ideally 35 years, with a focus on hourly roles.
- Recent experience recruiting hourly manufacturing or production employees in a high-volume environment.
- Demonstrated full-cycle recruiting experience, including sourcing, screening, interview coordination, offer management, and candidate follow-up.
- At least 3 years of experience working within an applicant tracking system (ATS).
- Proven ability to handle multiple openings and high-volume hiring simultaneously.
- High school diploma or equivalent education.
- Ability to work fully onsite Monday through Friday in a manufacturing environment.
- High initiative and a proactive approach to solving recruiting challenges.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced setting.
- Responsiveness and a strong sense of urgency when dealing with candidates and stakeholders.
- Professional and presentable demeanor when interacting with production-floor employees and leadership.
- Open and flexible attitude toward changes in priorities and processes.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for engaging with candidates and internal partners.
- Ability to multi-task and stay organized while managing multiple requisitions and candidate pipelines.
- Comfort working in a high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience using SuccessFactors as an applicant tracking system.
- Hands-on recruiting and sourcing experience with Indeed.
- Experience with LinkedIn Recruiter or LinkedIn sourcing tools.
- English/Spanish bilingual skills.
- Bachelors degree or college education in a relevant field.
- Experience organizing or supporting manufacturing hiring events or career fairs.
- Experience in talent acquisition, staffing, and recruitment within a manufacturing environment.
Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a fully onsite, fast-paced manufacturing environment supporting a high-volume hourly workforce. You will work closely with HR and multiple Production Supervisors while managing recruiting needs across assembly, warehouse, and material-handling functions across multiple shifts. The environment is hands-on and operational, and you will interact regularly with both production-floor employees and leadership. Priorities can shift quickly based on production demand, so the role requires independence, strong urgency, and effective management of multiple requisitions and stakeholders. The typical schedule is MondayFriday with flexible daytime hours (for example, 7:004:00, 8:005:00, or 9:006:00), and occasional interaction with second-shift stakeholders may be needed. The role starts 100% onsite to learn the culture and build relationships with hiring managers and supervisors, with the potential to transition to a hybrid schedule of 23 days per week from home depending on performance. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Loves Park, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Loves Park, IL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Loves Park,IL.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
