Associate Recruiter
Future Form Manufacturing•Sparks, NV
•$55,000 - $68,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Associate Recruiter supports full-cycle recruiting for Future Form Manufacturing across all facilities and functions, with a focus on high-volume non-exempt manufacturing and skilled trades roles. Working closely with and under the guidance of the Senior Recruiter, this position owns key stages of the recruiting process — from job posting and sourcing through candidate screening, interview coordination, and pre-employment processing. The Associate Recruiter will build foundational recruiting skills across a fast-paced manufacturing environment and serve as a key contributor to FFM's hiring velocity, candidate experience, and employer brand presence in each active market.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 1–3 years of recruiting, HR coordination, or related experience; experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment a strong plus
- Working knowledge of an ATS and standard recruiting platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, ZipRecruiter, or similar)
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple open requisitions and competing priorities simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional and responsive with candidates and internal stakeholders
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
- Ability to work onsite at FFM facilities; occasional travel to other FFM locations as needed
- Understanding of EEOC compliance and lawful hiring practices
Nice To Haves
- Experience recruiting for manufacturing, skilled trades, or industrial roles (welders, machinists, laser operators, assemblers, or similar)
- Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now or comparable HRIS
- SHRM-CP, PHR, or aPHR certification (or actively pursuing)
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Experience supporting high-volume hiring campaigns or rapid-ramp environments
Responsibilities
- Post and maintain job requisitions across all platforms (job boards, ATS, LinkedIn, social media) ensuring accuracy, compliance, and brand consistency
- Source active and passive candidates for non-exempt manufacturing, skilled trades, and entry-to-mid-level roles using job boards, LinkedIn, community resources, and employee referral programs
- Build and maintain candidate pipelines for high-volume or recurring roles in coordination with the Senior Recruiter
- Assist with sourcing for exempt and professional-level positions as needed
- Conduct initial phone screens to assess candidate qualifications, interest, and cultural fit
- Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers across all FFM locations
- Prepare and distribute interview guides and hiring manager materials for each requisition
- Collect and document interview feedback in the ATS in a timely and consistent manner
- Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the recruiting process — from application through offer stage
- Communicate FFM's employment value proposition, benefits, and culture in all candidate interactions
- Ensure timely, professional, and consistent communication with all candidates regardless of outcome
- Initiate and track background checks, drug screenings, and pre-employment requirements in coordination with HR
- Prepare offer letters and new hire documentation under the direction of the Senior Recruiter and HR Director
- Coordinate new hire onboarding logistics and first-day preparation in partnership with HR and site leadership
- Maintain ATS data integrity — accurate requisition status, candidate dispositions, and hiring activity documentation
- Support weekly recruiting metrics reporting (open requisitions, pipeline status, time-to-fill, source of hire) for the Senior Recruiter and HR Director
- Assist with job description maintenance and updates as directed
- Represent FFM at career fairs, trade school events, and community hiring events in each active market
- Support the Senior Recruiter in building relationships with workforce development boards, trade schools, and community colleges across FFM facility locations
- Assist with social media recruiting content and employer brand materials as directed
- Maintain ISO 9001 system responsibilities in accordance with Quality Manual and Procedure Level documentation, including accurate recruiting records within the QMS
- Participate actively and positively in Lean activities
- Assist other HR team members as required
- All other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
