Skilled Trade Recruiter Job at Arrow Workforce Solutions in Charlotte

Skilled Trades Recruiter – Manufacturing Location: Charlotte, NC Schedule: Onsite Industry: Manufacturing & Skilled Trades Pay Range: $25-$30/hr Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and experienced Skilled Trades Recruiter to support a growing manufacturing client in Charlotte. This role focuses on sourcing, screening, and placing highly qualified trades professionals including maintenance technicians, machinists, electricians, and other industrial roles. You’ll play a critical part in building a strong workforce that supports production goals and plant operations. The position involves handling both white‑collar professional roles and manufacturing/plant‑floor positions, requiring strong sourcing skills, a high sense of urgency, and the ability to manage diverse requisitions ranging from engineering, operations, and administrative roles to production, machine operators, and warehouse talent. Key Responsibilities Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and skill requirements Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies through job boards, referrals, community outreach, and industry networks Actively source passive candidates using LinkedIn, Boolean search strings, and resume database, Community Outreach Screen resumes and conduct interviews to assess technical skills, certifications, and cultural fit Manage the end‑to‑end recruitment process—from posting jobs and scheduling interviews to offer negotiation and onboarding coordination Maintain accurate candidate records in the ATS and ensure compliance with EEO and internal hiring policies Track recruiting metrics and regularly report on fill rates, pipeline status, and hiring timelines Build a network of qualified candidates for future hiring needs in skilled trades Participate in job fairs, technical college outreach, and other talent acquisition events Qualifications 2+ years of experience recruiting for skilled trades roles, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment Familiarity with trade certifications, safety requirements, and machinery/equipment terminology Strong interpersonal and communication skills Proven ability to meet high‑volume hiring targets and work under tight deadlines Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) Knowledge of Charlotte and surrounding labor market is preferred Why Join Us Opportunity to work closely with an established manufacturing client Autonomy to shape recruitment strategies Competitive pay and benefits Strong support from a collaborative team Seniority level Associate Employment type Contract Job function Human Resources Manufacturing Other Industries Staffing and Recruiting Manufacturing Electrical Equipment Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr