Job Title: Recruiting Specialist
Location: Des Moines, IA

Join Loffredo Fresh Foods as a Recruiting Specialist based out of our Des Moines Headquarters. We are a local, family-owned food and produce distributor that has proudly served the Midwest region for over 130 years. We distribute to 11 different states across our 5 locations. Loffredo Fresh Foods believes that our employees are the key to a successful future. We are committed to attracting a team that is passionate, innovative, and committed to meeting our customer’s needs.

The Recruiting Specialist is responsible for leading full-cycle recruitment efforts across Loffredo Fresh Foods and its locations throughout the Midwest. This role partners closely with hiring managers and leadership to understand staffing needs, attract and identify qualified candidates, and guide candidates through the hiring process from initial sourcing through offer and pre-employment requirements. The HR Recruiter supports hiring across a wide range of positions, including hourly positions such as warehouse and CDL drivers, and other roles. This position also contributes to improving recruiting processes, strengthening the candidate experience, and supporting Loffredo Fresh Foods' overall talent strategy.

What we look for

2+ years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, human resources, or a related field
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and employees
Ability to manage multiple priorities and a high volume of open positions in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with leaders and team members
Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential employee and candidate information
A proactive, solutions-oriented approach to recruiting and problem-solving
Ability to effectively assess candidates and identify alignment between their experience, skills, and the needs of the role
Experience with applicant tracking systems, job boards, recruiting platforms, and other HR technology
Commitment to providing a positive, professional, and consistent candidate experience

What you’ll do

Manage the full-cycle recruiting process from job opening through offer acceptance and pre-employment completion
Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, job requirements, schedules, qualifications, and ideal candidate profiles
Create and maintain accurate, engaging job postings across appropriate recruiting platforms
Source candidates through job boards, applicant databases, direct outreach, referrals, and other recruiting channels
Review applications and resumes and conduct initial candidate screenings
Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers, including scheduling and candidate communication
Provide hiring managers with qualified candidates and support them throughout the interview and selection process
Facilitate offer processes and communicate offers, benefits information, and next steps to selected candidates
Coordinate pre-employment requirements, including background checks, motor vehicle record checks, drug testing, and other applicable screening requirements
Support CDL driver recruitment and ensure applicable hiring requirements and compliance processes are followed
Maintain accurate candidate and requisition information within the applicant tracking system
Communicate consistently with candidates throughout the hiring process and provide a professional candidate experience
Track recruiting activity, open positions, candidate progress, and hiring outcomes
Partner with leadership and hiring managers to identify recruiting challenges and develop solutions
Help improve and standardize recruiting processes, tools, interview practices, and hiring resources
Stay current on recruiting trends, talent market conditions, and effective sourcing strategies
Support additional HR initiatives and projects as needed

What you’ll gain as a Loffredo Team Member

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, available the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
401k with company match available following 6 months of employment
Additional voluntary insurance such as basic/supplemental life and disability
Paid time off & Paid holidays
Bi-Weekly Pay or the option to enroll in Daily Pay for immediate access to earned wages
Regular and constructive performance feedback
Healthy, fresh produce you can take home to your family through our generous employee purchase program