Contract Recruiter - Manufacturing (Fab/Wafer Operations)

Western Digital Corp•San Jose, CA

70d

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Contract Recruiter to support high-volume hiring across our Fab and Wafer Manufacturing operations, with a focus on technician, equipment maintenance, and facilities roles. This individual will partner closely with local manufacturing leaders to understand critical workforce needs and execute targeted, high-impact sourcing and recruiting strategies. The ideal candidate is a proactive and resourceful recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment and is adept at using modern tools and sourcing methods to identify and engage top hourly and technical talent.

Requirements

High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
Minimum of 3+ years of experience recruiting within a manufacturing environment, ideally focused on Maintenance, Facilities, or Equipment Technician roles.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-volume requisitions simultaneously.
Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) such as SmartRecruiters, Taleo, or similar platforms.
Skilled in sourcing candidates using multiple recruiting tools and platforms, including Boolean search and AI-driven sourcing technology.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust with stakeholders.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail in process execution.
Ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic manufacturing environment and deliver results under tight timelines.

Responsibilities

Partner with hiring managers to develop and execute recruitment strategies that attract highly qualified technician and maintenance candidates.
Manage and prioritize a high volume of unique requisitions across multiple manufacturing disciplines.
Conduct detailed intake meetings with hiring managers to define job requirements, hiring criteria, and ideal candidate profiles.
Create and implement sourcing plans to attract talent using a variety of platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed, CareerBuilder, and industry-specific networks).
Source, screen, and present a strong and diverse pool of qualified candidates for each open role.
Conduct phone interviews to assess experience, technical capabilities, and cultural fit.
Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including scheduling interviews, preparing offer recommendations, and coordinating pre-employment screening.
Maintain strong relationships with hiring leaders, providing regular updates, market insights, and recommendations to optimize search strategies.
Stay current on best practices in recruiting, sourcing technology, and labor market trends related to manufacturing and technical talent.
Maintain a clear understanding of the business, growth objectives, and workforce challenges to proactively identify talent needs.
Track and report on key recruitment metrics to measure success and drive continuous improvement.