Corporate Recruiter

October 21, 2026
Columbia, SC, US
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The Corporate Recruiter implements effective recruiting and staffing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified and capable talent for all JJE companies. Assists with other projects as needed.

Job Purpose

  • Work with department managers to develop and implement new recruiting strategies to focus on finding qualified applicants for all JJE companies.
  • Provide guidance, training, and support to the Recruiting Assistant.
  • Meet weekly with the Recruiting Assistant to review open positions, discuss progress, and shift focuses based on current hiring needs and positions that have been filled.
  • Conducts hiring events with outside agencies.
  • Work with High School counselors and other faculty in the Midlands to help create a pipeline for upcoming high school graduates.
  • Conducts face to face recruiting to include distributing flyers and participating in community events that focus on our target markets, i.e. Gun Shows, Flea Markets, and Outdoor Expos.
  • Achieves staffing objectives as directed by the HR Director and HR Manager.
  • Reviews applications and resumes as received to select top qualified candidates for the assigned jobs.
  • Completes thorough pre-screening of applicants.
  • Schedules interviews.
  • Conducts pre-employment testing.
  • Facilitates high volume interviews weekly.
  • Coordinates and aids in coordination of on-site hiring events to be held monthly.
  • Acts as a liaison between JJE companies and staffing agencies. This requires coordinating interviews, onboarding, and access badge issuing.
  • All other duties, as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 4-6 years exempt and non-exempt recruiting experience in full life-cycle environment, including management of multiple high-volume roles simultaneously.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
  • Demonstrated ability to establish effective and cooperative working relationships built on trust.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Working knowledge of applicant tracking and HRIS systems
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Working knowledge of interview techniques and applicant screening methods
  • Deep understanding of employment laws and regulations
  • Familiar with a wide variety of sourcing avenues

Preferred Qualifications

  • 5 years of manufacturing recruiting experience
  • Prior HR experience in a manufacturing setting
  • Knowledge of ADP Workforce Now HRIS System

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is subject to a typical office environment, including heavy PC and phone usage. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Travel approximately 10% of time is required; travel will vary weekly.

Physical Requirements

The Corporate Recruiter is frequently required to sit for long periods of time, stand, and walk.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Export Control Compliance Notice

This position may involve access to technology or software source code subject to U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR). Employment is contingent on verifying U.S. Person status or obtaining any necessary export license/confirming the availability of a license exception. Applicants must provide information for export control screening, which will be reviewed for compliance. Palmetto State Armory may elect not to pursue a license or exception and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis