Senior Recruiter

Steel Partners

8d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a hands on Recruiter with experience recruiting skilled hourly textile manufacturing roles to support our production operations. This role will focus heavily on recruiting for maintenance technicians, warpers, weavers, slashers, and other production-critical positions across multiple shifts. The ideal candidate is comfortable working directly with plant leadership, understands textile manufacturing processes, and knows how to attract, assess, and close skilled hourly talent in a competitive labor market.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources or related field.
5+ years of recruiting experience in manufacturing environments, with direct experience recruiting hourly production or maintenance roles
Working knowledge of textile manufacturing operations and terminology (e.g., weaving, warping, slashing, looms)
Proven success filling skilled trades and production roles in high-demand labor markets
Strategic approach to recruiting within limited candidate pools, utilizing proactive sourcing and market intelligence to attract top talent
High proficiency utilizing Indeed, ZipRecruiter and LinkedIn to identify and maintain candidate pipeline
Experience supporting multi-shift, 24/7 manufacturing operations
Strong sourcing and relationship building skills within local labor markets
Ability to work on-site and build credibility with plant leadership and hourly employees
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple open requisitions

Nice To Haves

Prior recruiting experience specifically in textile, fabric, fiber, or yarn manufacturing
Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, and multi-craft maintenance recruiting

Responsibilities

Lead full cycle recruiting for skilled hourly textile roles, including: Maintenance Technicians (electrical, mechanical, and multi-craft) Warpers, Weavers, Slashers, and related production roles
Partner closely with plant managers, supervisors, and maintenance leaders to understand skill requirements, shift needs, and production priorities
Develop targeted sourcing strategies for hourly manufacturing talent, including: Referrals, local networks, trade schools, workforce agencies, and community partnerships
Manage high volume recruiting while maintaining quality and speed
Conduct candidate screening, interviews, and coordinate skills assessments as needed
Support shift-based hiring, including off shift and weekend recruiting when required
Drive offer generation and acceptance, including hourly wage alignment and start-date coordination
Maintain accurate candidate records in the ATS (ADP) and track key recruiting metrics
Ensure a strong candidate experience from application through onboarding
Stay informed on local labor market trends, wage rates, and competitor hiring activity
Ensure compliance with all employment laws, safety requirements, and company policies