Staffing Recruiter

Agropur • Appleton, WI

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Staffing Recruiter (described in the posting as a Talent Acquisition Business Partner) identifies and attracts talent for manufacturing operations, focusing on general labor and specialized hourly workers across one to three manufacturing sites. The recruiter partners with plant and department leaders to shape recruitment strategies that fit production goals, the manufacturing context, and local labor supply. This is a temporary six-month contract position based at Agropur’s Appleton, Wisconsin plant, with a hybrid work arrangement. The position reports to the Talent Acquisition Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; an equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• At least two years of recruiting experience.
• Knowledge of the manufacturing industry, including the challenges and requirements of hourly workers.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking system (ATS) tools for managing candidate pipelines, tracking progress, and ensuring compliance.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Plant Director to develop recruitment strategies suited to manufacturing operations, production goals, and local talent supply.
• Partner with hiring managers across departments to tailor talent attraction and recruitment strategies for hourly roles at supported sites.
• Monitor external labor supply and market conditions, and advise managers throughout recruitment and hiring.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, technical schools, and high schools to develop candidate pipelines.
• Represent the organization at career days, job fairs, scholarship awards, and other industry or academic events.
• Lead all phases of hourly recruitment, including strategy, sourcing, candidate selection, interviews, assessments, and offers, while supporting a positive candidate experience.
• Identify and implement recruitment methods and strategies based on the role, industry standards, and organizational needs.
• Coordinate offer details and extend verbal and written offers.
• Stay current on recruitment practices, evaluate their relevance, and recommend their use.
• Participate in staffing and corporate branding projects as needed.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state employment and hiring regulations.
• Support EEOC, diversity, and Affirmative Action Plan initiatives.
• Complete other related functions, projects, and reports as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with 7% company contributions.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level