Recruiter

Description

JC Ford is seeking a highly motivated and experienced HR Generalist, whose main focus will be on recruiting, to join

our Human Resources team. This role will be responsible for executing full-cycle recruitment strategies while

supporting general HR functions, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and contributing to workforce planning

initiatives. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree and 5-10 years of relevant experience in recruiting and HR

generalist responsibilities, with a demonstrated ability to attract, engage, and retain top talent. This position requires

flexibility for up to 40% travel to attend career fairs, trade schools, and industry events.

This position is onsite in Columbia, TN, and requires candidates to live within a commutable distance. This is not a

remote role.

Requirements

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts for positions across all levels, including manufacturing, technical, and
  
  

corporate roles.

• Develop and implement proactive sourcing strategies, leveraging job boards, social media, industry networks,
  
  

and partnerships with trade schools and workforce development programs.

• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline through networking, direct sourcing, and engaging passive
  
  

candidates.

• Partner with department managers to assess workforce needs and create effective job descriptions and
  
  

postings.

• Manage and optimize the applicant tracking system (ATS) and HRIS (Paylocity) to streamline hiring processes.
• Represent JC Ford at career fairs, trade schools, and industry events to enhance recruitment outreach.
  
  

HR Generalist Responsibilities

• Assist in employee onboarding and orientation to ensure a seamless transition for new hires.
• Support HR compliance efforts, ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Maintain accurate employee records and documentation in accordance with company policies and legal
  
  

requirements.

• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives, workforce planning, and retention strategies.
• Provide HR support and guidance to employees and managers regarding policies, benefits, and career
  
  

development.

Qualifications, Experience, And Work Environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required.

Experience & Skills

• 5-10 years of experience in recruiting and HR generalist functions within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Proven ability to execute full-cycle recruiting, from sourcing to onboarding, across multiple job levels.
• Strong knowledge of HR compliance, employment laws, and best practices in recruitment and workforce
  
  

planning.

• Experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems (preferably Paylocity).
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage with
  
  

candidates and internal stakeholders.

• High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced
  
  

environment.

• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus but not required.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• 40% of the role requires active field recruiting at hiring events, trade schools, and other external sourcing
  
  

opportunities.

• Onsite office environment with occasional visits to the production floor (PPE required: safety glasses, steel-
  
  

toe shoes).

• Minimal lifting (up to 45 lbs.).