Recruiter - Ludington Area

Recruiter | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $48,000 - $75,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for connecting talent with opportunity and building strong teams? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Ludington seeking experienced Recruiters.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Ludington seeking experienced Recruiters. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and recruit qualified candidates for diverse manufacturing roles, including production, engineering, and skilled trades.
• Partner with manufacturing hiring managers to define staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from requisition creation to offer negotiation and onboarding support.
• Conduct thorough candidate screening and interviews to assess technical skills, experience, and cultural fit within a production environment.
• Utilize Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment platforms for candidate management and reporting.
• Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of passive candidates for current and future manufacturing openings.
• Advise on compensation packages and market trends specific to the manufacturing industry.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience recruiting for various manufacturing roles, including production, engineering, and skilled trades.
• In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes, terminology, and required technical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to source and attract passive candidates for hard-to-fill manufacturing positions.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to effectively partner with hiring managers and candidates in a manufacturing environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Familiarity with common manufacturing processes or skilled trades.
• Proficiency in a second language relevant to the local workforce (e.g., Spanish).
• Experience with advanced sourcing techniques for niche technical roles.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement methodologies.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Recruiter, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Talent Acquisition Partner, Recruitment Consultant, HR Recruiter, Corporate Recruiter, Technical Recruiter, Sourcing Specialist, Staffing Specialist, Headhunter

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.