HR/Recruiting Specialist

Hempler’s commitment to quality products is rooted in a legacy that dates back to the early 1800s at the Hempler family sausage kitchen in Borken, Germany. Our mission is simple: to craft and deliver the finest products while upholding the highest standards of integrity and customer service. This is achieved through our dedication to sourcing premium ingredients and cultivating a team of passionate, well-trained individuals. We consider our employees an extended "family," working together to fulfill our shared mission.

We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented HR/RECRUITING SPECIALIST to join our dynamic HR team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The HR/Recruiting Specialist plays a critical role in managing full cycle recruitment, ensuring a smooth experience from job requisition to onboarding. Additionally, this position provides essential support for day-to-day HR operations, contributing to the overall efficiency and success of the department.

The wage range for this position is $28.85 - $33.65/hour.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from job posting to onboarding, for all positions across the organization.
• Build and maintain a robust talent pipeline through proactive sourcing strategies, including job fairs, community and partnerships.
• Foster relationships with local colleges, organizations, and community groups to attract diverse candidates.
• Create and post job advertisements on job boards, company website, and other recruitment channels.
• Screen resumes, conduct phone interviews, and schedule inperson interviews with candidates.
• Coordinate preemployment assessments, background checks, and reference checks.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to define staffing needs and job descriptions, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and produce recruitment reports for management.
• Assist in implementing HR programs and policies aimed at improving recruitment strategies, employee retention, and overall organizational performance.
• Assist in the coordination, processing and communication of companywide benefits offerings, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs.
• Processes paperwork for new hires, status changes and terminations.
• Provide administrative support to the HR team as needed, including document preparation, scheduling, and organizing employee files.
• Assist with HR projects, including employee surveys, audits, and other HR initiatives.
• Contribute to creating a positive, inclusive workplace culture by supporting employee engagement efforts and events.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience with full cycle recruiting, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks in a fastpaced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Knowledge of labor laws, health and safety regulations, and compliance requirements in the manufacturing industry.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance expected

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Uses appropriate safety equipment and follows safety policies, practices and procedures.
• Works in an office setting. Sits or stands for long periods of time.
• May be required to work overtime by performing duties outside of normal hours.
• May occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.

BENEFITS:

• Excellent benefits including employer paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance for all employees.
• Annual bonus
• 9 Paid holidays, generously paid time off.
• 401K with matching
• Voluntary life insurance and FSA
• Medical/Wellness Plan
• Employee Discounts

Hempler's is an equal opportunity employer (minorities/females/disabled/veterans). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.