Senior Recruiter
Apply NowCompany: Schweid & Sons
Location: Carlstadt, NJ 07072
Description:
Position Description
Title:
Lead Recruiter
Department:
HR
Directly Reports to:
Director of Human Resources
Incumbent:
Scott Skonieczny
Important Disclaimer Notice:
The within functions described are among the essential job functions for this position but are not exhaustive of the essential functions of the job or of the tasks that an Associate may be required to perform. Associates may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require Associates to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change.
Job Summary:
Title: Lead Recruiter - Protein Industry
Location: New Jersey/Georgia
Reports To: HR Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Lead Recruiter with specialized knowledge in protein hiring (meat, poultry, seafood, or plant-based protein industry) to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in recruiting skilled professionals within the protein supply chain, production, operations, and sales sectors. Additionally, this role will involve leading a junior recruiter overseeing recruitment strategies, and ensuring we attract top-tier talent to support business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Talent Acquisition & Protein Industry Hiring:
Team Leadership & Strategy:
Employer Branding & Candidate Experience:
Compliance & Process Improvement:
Qualifications & Experience:
Preferred Qualifications:
Why Join Us?
Title:
Lead Recruiter
Department:
HR
Directly Reports to:
Director of Human Resources
Incumbent:
Scott Skonieczny
Important Disclaimer Notice:
The within functions described are among the essential job functions for this position but are not exhaustive of the essential functions of the job or of the tasks that an Associate may be required to perform. Associates may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require Associates to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change.
Job Summary:
Title: Lead Recruiter - Protein Industry
Location: New Jersey/Georgia
Reports To: HR Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Lead Recruiter with specialized knowledge in protein hiring (meat, poultry, seafood, or plant-based protein industry) to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in recruiting skilled professionals within the protein supply chain, production, operations, and sales sectors. Additionally, this role will involve leading a junior recruiter overseeing recruitment strategies, and ensuring we attract top-tier talent to support business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Talent Acquisition & Protein Industry Hiring:
- Develop and execute full-cycle recruitment strategies to attract top talent in the protein industry, including roles in production, processing, quality assurance, supply chain, and sales.
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of skilled candidates for high-demand positions.
- Utilize industry-specific job boards, social media, and professional networks to source top talent.
- Screen, interview, and assess candidates for both technical skills and cultural fit.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and tailor hiring solutions accordingly.
Team Leadership & Strategy:
- Lead, mentor, and manage a junior recruiter, ensuring best practices in sourcing, screening, and candidate engagement.
- Provide guidance, training, and support to team members, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
- Monitor recruitment metrics and report hiring progress to leadership, adjusting strategies as needed.
- Implement creative and effective recruitment marketing campaigns to attract niche talent.
Employer Branding & Candidate Experience:
- Partner with marketing and HR teams to enhance employer branding efforts within the protein industry.
- Develop strong relationships with industry associations, universities, and technical schools to strengthen talent pipelines.
- Ensure a seamless, positive candidate experience from application through onboarding.
Compliance & Process Improvement:
- Ensure all hiring practices comply with employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
- Continuously improve recruitment processes, tools, and methodologies to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
- Stay up to date with industry trends, salary benchmarks, and hiring best practices.
Qualifications & Experience:
- 5+ years of recruitment experience, with at least 2 years focused on protein industry hiring (meat, poultry, seafood, plant-based proteins).
- Experience leading a small team of recruiters.
- Strong understanding of production, supply chain, and operations roles in the protein industry.
- Excellent sourcing techniques, including LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, networking, and direct outreach.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with hiring managers and candidates.
- Experience working in fast-paced, high-volume hiring environments.
- Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment CRM tools.
- Knowledge of employment laws and recruitment compliance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in regulated food manufacturing environments.
- Background in high-volume manufacturing or food production hiring.
- Certification in HR or Recruitment (PHR, SHRM-CP, AIRS, etc.).
- Bi-Lingual
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to lead and develop a team while making a significant impact on recruitment strategies.
- Work in a dynamic and growing industry with exciting career advancement opportunities.
- Competitive salary, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits package.
- A collaborative and innovative workplace culture that values talent and leadership.