
Recruiter Generalist
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Job Description
Position Summary
The HR Recruiter and Generalist is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process while supporting a wide range of human resources functions. This role plays a key part in attracting top talent, enhancing employee experience, and ensuring HR operations align with company policies and employment regulations. The ideal candidate is both people-focused and process-driven, with strong communication and organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
- Manage full-cycle recruiting, from identifying hiring needs to extending job offers
- Source candidates through platforms such as LinkedIn, social media, job boards, company website and career fairs
- Post and manage job listings across multiple channels
- Conduct phone screenings and interviews to evaluate candidates' qualifications and cultural fit
- Maintain and update candidate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
- Collaborate with hiring managers to define job requirements and refine job descriptions
- Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates
- Other duties as assigned
HR Generalist Duties
- Support onboarding processes, including background checks and new hire orientation
- Assist with employee relations by addressing questions, concerns, and workplace issues
- Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures
- Support benefits administration and general training initiatives
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
- Assist in developing and implementing HR policies and best practices
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Proven experience as an HR Recruiter, Talent Acquisition Specialist, or HR Generalist
- Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR databases
- Strong understanding of employment laws, regulations, and hiring best practices
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Frequently moves, lifts, or carries office products, supplies, or parcels weighing up to 20 pounds. Occasionally
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
Preferred Attributes
- High level of professionalism and confidentiality
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Working Conditions
- Frequently moves, lifts, or carries office products, supplies, or parcels weighing up to 20 pounds.
- Sitting for long periods of time.
- Working in an office environment and ability to navigate within a food manufacturing facility.
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