Job Title: Recruiter
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: President
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 8:00am-5:00pm in office
Job Summary
The Recruiter is responsible for sourcing, screening, and coordinating the hiring of qualified candidates for exempt and non-exempt positions across AES, with a strong focus on supporting production and skilled-trade hiring needs. This role partners with hiring managers, staffing agencies, and the HR team to maintain appropriate staffing levels, build strong candidate pipelines, and support a smooth employee experience from recruitment through onboarding and early employment.
Key Responsibilities
Recruiting & Sourcing
- Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future production openings
- Post jobs, review applications, and conduct initial phone screenings
- Partner with department leads to understand staffing needs and role requirements
- Build and own AES’s presence in the local trades community: attend job fairs, host hiring events, and develop relationships with technical colleges, high schools, workforce centers, and community organizations
- Manage the employee referral program
- Track and report on recruiting metrics and provide regular updates to HR leadership
- Partner with staffing agencies to support AES staffing needs and monthly headcount goals.
- Maintain regular communication with staffing partners regarding open positions, candidate pipelines, hiring priorities, and workforce needs.
Interview Coordination
- Schedule interviews and facilitate communication between candidates and hiring managers
- Coordinate pre-employment testing, background checks, and onboarding logistics
- Maintain applicant flow logs and ensure accurate and timely documentation throughout the hiring process
Onboarding & Orientation Support
- Assist with onboarding paperwork and orientation for new hires
- Work with the HR team to ensure smooth handoff from offer to day one onboarding
- Ensure a positive candidate experience from application through start date
- Assist with 30-, 60-, and 90-day new hire reviews to gather feedback, identify concerns, and support employee retention.
Process Improvement & Outreach
- Recommend improvements to sourcing strategies, candidate tracking, and recruitment workflows
- Monitor trends in the labor market and competitor activity
- Represent AES’s brand and culture to potential candidates in a professional and positive manner
- Capture photos, short videos, and employee stories for recruiting content, and post job content on approved channels
Additional Expectations
- Always operates in compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Committed to the organization’s quality policy and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
- 2+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Experience recruiting for trades or skilled labor roles is highly preferred
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruitment platforms
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally for outreach and events
Key Skills and Competencies
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Organized and able to manage multiple openings and deadlines simultaneously
- Creative approach to sourcing and candidate engagement
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-focused environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic HR software
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments
- Understanding of EEO and basic employment law principles related to hiring
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
- Occasional visits to production floor and external recruitment events
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs when setting up for job fairs or events
Pre-Employment Screening
Finalists for this position will be required to successfully complete a background check. Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening before beginning employment.
8:00am-5:00pm in office
