Recruiter | Kentwood, MI

Salary Range: $49,000 - $76,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for connecting talent with opportunity and building strong teams? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Kentwood seeking experienced Recruiters.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Kentwood region seeking Recruiters. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for manufacturing roles including production, skilled trades, and engineering.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand departmental needs and develop effective recruitment strategies for operational positions.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from requisition to offer acceptance, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Utilize Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to manage candidate pipelines and maintain accurate recruitment data.
• Conduct market research to identify talent trends and competitive intelligence within the manufacturing sector.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for critical and hard-to-fill manufacturing positions.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate pre-employment processes to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience recruiting for a diverse range of roles within the manufacturing sector (e.g., production, engineering, skilled trades).
• Demonstrated ability to source and attract candidates for hard-to-fill technical and skilled trade positions.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, processes, and the specific skill sets required for various roles.
• Proven track record in high-volume recruiting environments.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruiting software.

Bonus Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency (e.g., Spanish).
• Familiarity with common manufacturing processes or terminology (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, CNC).
• Experience with high-volume recruiting for skilled trades or production roles.
• Certification in recruiting (e.g., CIR, CDR) or HR (e.g., SHRM-CP).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Recruiter, Talent Acquisition Specialist, HR Recruiter, Corporate Recruiter, Technical Recruiter, Sourcing Specialist, Talent Sourcer, Recruiting Coordinator, Recruiting Manager

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.