Recruiter

The Raymond Corporation•Manchester Township, PA

About The Position

Pengate Handling Systems is seeking an entry-level Recruiter to support full-cycle recruitment across the organization. Working closely with the Talent Acquisition Supervisor and hiring managers, the Recruiter will source, screen, and interview candidates; coordinate hiring activities; maintain candidate pipelines; and help ensure an efficient, consistent hiring process. The role also supports recruiting operations, candidate communications, pre-employment activities, and talent acquisition initiatives while developing the skills needed to independently manage assigned requisitions.

Requirements

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and internal stakeholders.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities.
High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and recordkeeping.
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service-oriented approach.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Willingness to learn recruiting practices, interviewing techniques, and employment regulations.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Support full-cycle recruitment for assigned positions across multiple departments and locations.
Source candidates through job boards, professional networks, employee referrals, and other recruiting channels.
Review resumes and applications against position requirements.
Conduct initial phone screenings to assess candidates’ experience, qualifications, and interest.
Coordinate and schedule candidate interviews with hiring managers.
Communicate consistently with candidates throughout the recruitment process.
Assist with preparing and extending employment offers under established guidelines.
Collaborate with hiring managers to understand position requirements, qualifications, and hiring priorities.
Participate in recruitment intake meetings and provide updates on candidate activity, interview scheduling, and recruitment progress.
Support consistent use of interview guides, evaluation tools, and recruiting procedures.
Create, update, and maintain requisitions and candidate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Document candidate activity and hiring decisions accurately and promptly.
Coordinate pre-employment requirements, including background checks, drug screenings, physical examinations, and other applicable requirements.
Partner with Human Resources and internal departments to support the transition from offer acceptance to onboarding.
Maintain confidentiality of candidate and employee information and support compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws and regulations.
Assist with collecting and maintaining recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, candidate sources, and hiring activity.
Participate in career fairs, recruiting events, and community outreach initiatives.
Support partnerships with colleges, universities, trade schools, and workforce development organizations.
Assist with internship, employee referral, and internal mobility programs.