Human Resources (HR) Recruiter

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Recruiter to support hiring efforts for a plastics manufacturing organization in Petersburg, Virginia. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented recruiting specialist who can manage the full hiring lifecycle, build strong candidate pipelines, and partner effectively with hiring leaders. The role requires a proactive approach to sourcing, interviewing, and coordinating talent activities in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end recruitment activities, from intake discussions and candidate outreach through offer coordination and onboarding support.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing priorities, define candidate profiles, and develop effective recruiting strategies.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines by using a range of sourcing methods to identify candidates with relevant experience for current and future openings.
• Conduct candidate screenings and interviews to evaluate experience, qualifications, and overall fit for assigned roles.
• Manage requisitions and candidate records within the applicant tracking system, ensuring accurate and timely updates throughout the hiring process.
• Coordinate interview scheduling and communication between candidates, hiring teams, and other stakeholders to create an organized hiring experience.
• Track recruiting progress and provide regular updates on candidate flow, hiring activity, and market feedback to internal partners.
• Support corporate recruiting initiatives that strengthen hiring efficiency, consistency, and candidate engagement.
• At least 3 years of recruiting experience, including ownership of full-cycle hiring processes.
• Demonstrated background in corporate recruiting with the ability to manage multiple openings at the same time.
• Hands-on experience sourcing candidates through various channels and developing talent pipelines proactively.
• Strong interviewing skills with the ability to assess qualifications and communicate feedback clearly.
• Proficiency using an applicant tracking system to manage requisitions, candidate movement, and documentation.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with hiring managers and maintain a positive candidate experience.