Talent Acquisition Recruiter

IKG USA LLC•Houston, TX

About The Position

At IKG® we pride ourselves on being the leading manufacturer of safety flooring and access infrastructure in the US and Mexico, forging partnerships developed through our expertise in engineering applications and client experience. Our solutions have been implemented in a variety of industries and projects, from architectural structures to industrial walkways and access systems. Position Overview: The Recruiter is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process to support hiring needs across manufacturing, operations, and corporate functions. This role partners closely with hiring managers to develop effective recruiting strategies, source qualified candidates, and deliver a positive candidate experience from initial outreach through onboarding. The Recruiter plays a key role in building strong talent pipelines and ensuring the organization attracts and hires high-quality talent to support ongoing business growth.

Requirements

1–3 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments.
Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), preferably Paylocity.
Proven ability to source candidates using major job platforms such as Indeed, and LinkedIn.
Strong understanding of onboarding practices, compliance requirements, and employment screenings.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced recruiting environment.

Responsibilities

Manage the full-cycle recruiting process for manufacturing, skilled trades, and professional roles.
Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop targeted recruiting strategies.
Source candidates using multiple platforms including Indeed, LinkedIn Recruiter, and industry-specific job boards.
Screen applicants and conduct interviews to evaluate experience, and skills.
Maintain an active pipeline of qualified candidates to support urgent or high-volume hiring needs.
Manage job postings and candidate workflows through ATS, Paylocity.
Ensure candidate records, communications, and hiring stages are accurately documented within the ATS.
Coordinate interview scheduling and communication between candidates and hiring teams.
Manage pre-employment activities including background checks, drug screens, and reference verification.
Facilitate the onboarding process, including new hire documentation, orientation coordination, and compliance requirements.
Ensure new employees transition smoothly into the organization.
Track recruiting metrics such as time-to-fill, candidate sources, and hiring outcomes.
Prepare recruiting reports and hiring updates for HR leadership.
Stay informed on labor market trends and recruiting best practices to improve sourcing strategies and hiring outcomes.
Support HR initiatives and special projects as assigned.
Participate in recruiting events, job fairs, or workforce development programs.
Assist with continuous improvement of recruiting processes and tools.