Recruiter, Talent Manager

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

• 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.

• 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.

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

• 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.

• 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.).