Recruiter/HR Generalist

Gates Corporation • Wade Hampton, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. This role is for a Recruiter / HR Generalist based in Greenville, SC. The position reports to the Talent Acquisition Supervisor, Americas, with a dotted line to the HR Director. The role will drive Gates’s talent acquisition strategy through sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding candidates for production and professional positions across a variety of U.S. production facilities (75%). Additionally, the role will support onsite HR activities at the Greenville, SC location (25%).

Requirements

• 3 years of progressive Human Resources related experience including full-cycle recruiting experience.
• An undergraduate degree is required, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in a non-union environment managing day-to-day HR activities.
• Interpersonal and leadership skills - must be able to influence and coach across multiple levels at designated location.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and candidates in the external marketplace.
• Demonstrated understanding of HR regulatory environments, demonstrated understanding of employment laws related to recruiting and hiring.
• Understanding and demonstrated expertise in recruiting principles and best practices.
• Change management leadership capability.
• Must possess a business orientation and strong interpersonal skills to support the management team and function as a business partner.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Recruiting Agency and/or manufacturing experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with key stakeholders (hiring managers, HR Business Partners, compensation, benefits, etc.) to establish full-cycle talent acquisition plans and develop candidate pipelines for current and future needs.
• Maintain the applicant tracking system (ATS), driving Gates’s recruiting process, and meeting Global Recruiting Service Level Agreements (SLAs) (e.g., time to fill).
• Source active and passive candidates using a variety of channels, such as Indeed, LinkedIn, and other talent acquisition platforms.
• Evaluate applicants’ fit by conducting interviews, analyzing responses, and verifying references to ensure alignment with job requirements.
• Manage internal and external stakeholders, including recruitment vendors (background checks, medical checks, psychometric tests, and job boards), to support talent sourcing.
• Collaborate with the hiring manager and HR partners during the offer process by identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates, and other pertinent details.
• Support campus recruiting, employer branding, regional career fairs, DE&I, and other talent acquisition projects as needed.
• Conduct objective investigations to resolve employee issues with guidance from the HR Director.
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance for facility leadership (e.g., coaching, counseling, and disciplinary action).
• Assist with managing the leave of absence process, including explaining leave policies and procedures, responding to questions, and participating in interactive discussions with employees.
• Coordinate and lead the Employee Engagement Committee.
• Provide HR support primarily for 1st shift and a mixed shift schedule.
• Work extended hours and/or modified shifts to support plant events and activities.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
• 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level