Recruiter

Job Title: Recruiter

Location: Columbia, TN (On-site)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20.00 Hourly

Company Introduction

This role is with a nationally recognized staffing organization that has spent more than 30 years supporting the light-industrial and manufacturing workforce. The company is known for its high-energy culture, award-winning performance, and dedication to delivering outstanding service to clients and associates. It’s a fast-moving, growth-oriented environment designed for professionals who want to build, lead, and leave a measurable impact.

This opportunity is well-suited for an experienced office professional who is ready to take charge of branch operations, strengthening client relationships, and guiding a team toward long-term, sustainable success.

Role Overview

The Recruiter is responsible for driving the full-cycle recruiting process at the Columbia branch, serving as the front line between candidate sourcing and client fulfilment. This is a hands-on role that blends high volume recruiting with relationship management, you'll be screening and placing candidates, conducting interviews, counselling employees, and ensuring the branch consistently delivers qualified talent to meet client needs. The position requires someone who can juggle competing priorities, communicate effectively under pressure, and maintain a professional, client-first approach at all times.

The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, and brings strong recruiting instincts paired with excellent interpersonal skills. The schedule is Monday through Friday with standard office hours. Weekly client check-ins may require early morning availability starting at 6:00 AM. On-call rotation of one week per month covers after-hours emergencies and workers' compensation situations.

Core Responsibilities

• Recruiting, screening, interviewing, placing, and counselling temporary and temp-to-hire employees
• Accurately assessing applicant qualifications to ensure correct job placement and client satisfaction
• Building and maintaining a pipeline of qualified candidates across light-industrial and manufacturing roles
• Managing day-to-day recruiting activity including job postings, applicant tracking, and candidate follow-up
• Providing employee counselling and handling workplace issues professionally
• Conducting client site check-ins, typically once per week, which may require early starts as early as 6:00 AM
• Serving as the on-call point of contact one week per month for emergencies and workers' compensation incidents
• Receiving and applying constructive feedback to continuously improve recruiting performance
• Working effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Required Background

• Minimum 2 years of recruiting or staffing industry experience
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Must hold a valid driver's license with own vehicle and proof of insurance
• Experience with applicant tracking systems preferred
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Must be flexible and willing to work early mornings, late evenings, and occasional weekends as needed

Compensation & Perks

• Base of $20.00 Hourly BOE
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid time off including vacation, personal days, and holidays.
• Cell phone reimbursement, mileage allowance, and paid travel expenses.
• Referral incentives and career advancement opportunities.