Recruiter (In-House) Manufacturing And Skilled Trades And HR Generalist

Barron Industries, a trusted leader in aerospace and defense manufacturing since 1983, is seeking an Experienced House Recruiter to help us attract, engage, and hire top-tier talent across our growing operations.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role focused on recruiting skilled trades and technical professionals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you know how to find hard-to-reach talent and turn leads into hires, we want to talk to you.

About Barron Industries

Founded in 1983, Barron Industries is a leading investment casting and precision machining company serving the aerospace and defense industries. We manufacture mission-critical metal components for highly regulated applications, with a strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.  Our capabilities additive technologies, foundry operations, investment casting, CNC Machining, Quality testing, welding and assembly.  Our new Aerospace and Defense Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center (ADAMTeC) is opening soon and will create 50 new jobs—supporting our continued growth and innovation.  BARRON INDUSTRIES IS the 2026 Small Business Manufacturer of the Year for Michigan and the Great Lakes Region.

Why Work at Barron Industries?

We invest in people the same way we invest in advanced manufacturing technology.  View employee testimonials HERE.

• 100% employer-paid health insurance (family included)
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Aerospace & defense manufacturing (cutting-edge parts)
• Advancement opportunities in a high-demand specialty

What You’ll Do

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for high-demand roles including CNC Machinists, Welders, Quality Technicians, Engineers, and Production Supervisors
• Source candidates through appropriate job boards, trade schools, referrals, and creative outreach strategies
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and define candidate profiles
• Screen resumes, conduct interviews, coordinate onsite interviews and facilitate onboarding
• Manage job postings and candidate pipelines within our ATS
• Build relationships with technical schools, workforce agencies, and community partners
• Manage apprenticeship program compliance
• Promote the company’s culture and values to attract top talent.
• Develop long-term talent acquisition strategies and build talent pipelines for future growth.
• Identify support and resources for manufacturing skilled-trades talent development and recruitment

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 3+ years of recruiting experience (manufacturing or skilled trades strongly preferred)
• Proven ability to fill hard-to-fill roles quickly and effectively
• Strong sourcing skills and familiarity with job boards and recruiting tools
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment

Preferred:

• Experience recruiting in aerospace, defense, or AS9100 environments
• Familiarity with skilled trades such as CNC machining, welding, or quality inspection
• Experience working with an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Knowledge of Michigan workforce programs (Michigan Works!, apprenticeships, etc.)

Why Join Barron Industries

• Work directly with leadership to shape the future workforce of a growing company
• Be part of a team supporting critical aerospace and defense programs
• Competitive salary based on experience

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Open positions are filled with qualified candidates quickly
• Strong pipeline of talent is always in place
• Hiring managers are supported and confident in the recruiting process
• Candidates have a professional, positive experience with Barron

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re a results-driven recruiter who thrives on finding great talent and building strong teams, we’d love to hear from you.