Recruiter - Norton Shores Area

Recruiter | Norton Shores, MI

Salary Range: $52,000 - $79,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for connecting talent with opportunity and building strong teams? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Norton Shores seeking experienced Recruiters to drive results.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Norton Shores 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 recruit candidates for a range of manufacturing roles, including production, skilled trades, and engineering.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from job requisition to offer acceptance for plant-based positions.
• Partner with manufacturing hiring managers to understand departmental needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Conduct interviews, assess technical skills, and evaluate cultural fit for a demanding production environment.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill manufacturing positions.
• Coordinate pre-employment activities, including background checks and drug screens, relevant to industrial settings.
• Utilize an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to manage candidate data and ensure compliance with hiring regulations.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience recruiting for manufacturing or industrial roles (e.g., production, engineering, quality, maintenance).
• Demonstrated ability to source and attract passive candidates for specialized technical and production positions.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, terminology, and industry talent pools.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and various sourcing tools.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with hiring managers and candidates.

Bonus Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency (e.g., Spanish/English).
• Experience recruiting for skilled trades, engineering, or production leadership roles.
• Familiarity with HRIS/ATS platforms commonly used in manufacturing (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, UKG).
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles or production floor dynamics.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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.