Recruiter - $60k-$90k depending on experience - Gridley, IL (Hybrid or Remote)

Overall Responsibility: The Recruiter is responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding qualified candidates to meet the organization’s staffing needs. This role involves building strong relationships with hiring managers, maintaining a pipeline of talent, and ensuring a seamless candidate experience while aligning with company goals and values.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition:

• Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and job requirements.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies, including job postings, social media, career fairs, and networking.
• Proactively build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future openings.

Candidate Screening and Evaluation:

• Review resumes and applications to identify the best-qualified candidates.
• Conduct initial phone screens and coordinate interviews with hiring managers.
• Evaluate candidate skills, experience, and cultural fit for the organization.

Interview Coordination:

• Schedule and organize interviews, ensuring timely communication with candidates and interviewers.
• Provide guidance to hiring managers on interview best practices and selection processes.
• Collect and analyze interview feedback to support decision-making.

Offer Management and Onboarding:

• Extend job offers, negotiate terms, and manage pre-employment requirements.
• Facilitate a smooth onboarding process by coordinating with HR and other departments.

Employer Branding:

• Promote the company’s culture, values, and employee value proposition through recruitment marketing strategies.
• Represent the company at career fairs, networking events, and online forums to enhance visibility.
• Create and maintain a positive candidate experience at all stages of the recruitment process.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure adherence to employment laws, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities and provide regular updates to leadership.
• Analyze metrics and trends to improve recruitment effectiveness and processes.

Note : These are minimum requirements for this position and are to be used as a guide for appropriate performance. Watershed Foods reserves the right to change, alter, or modify this job description in any way with or without notice.

Skills Required:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficient in sourcing techniques, including LinkedIn, job boards, and social media.
• Experience recruiting in a specific industry or niche (e.g., manufacturing, tech, healthcare).
• Knowledge of labor laws and recruitment compliance.
• Passion for finding and connecting top talent with the right opportunities.

Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Proven experience in recruiting or talent acquisition (1–3 years for entry-level, 3–5 years for mid-level).
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment tools.

Physical Requirements:

• Primarily office-based, with occasional travel to attend events or meet candidates.
• May involve remote work or hybrid arrangements, depending on company policy.

The Benefits

• PPO or HSA medical benefits with Employer Contributions.
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability insurance.
• Immediate eligibility in 401K with a competitive company match.
• 8 Holidays, Vacation accrual, PTO program, Paternity Leave.
• Attendance, Safety, Service Awards.
• Company reimbursement for technical training.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Company Events and Luncheons.
• Referral bonuses.