Human Resources Recruiter / Generalist

Rochester Midland Corporation is looking for a Recruiter/Generalist for RMC, to oversee and manage the full candidate lifecycle from sourcing to Day 1 onboarding. This position is accountable for building trust and rapport with all business partners by understanding viewpoints through various methods such as asking clarifying questions, effectively advising on all facets of the recruiting and onboarding processes. Additional responsibilities include maintaining applicant tracking technology, employee relations and assisting with other key duties inside of the HR department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Sources active and passive candidates using recruiting tools such as networking, social media, applicant tracking systems and university relationships and other innovative approaches.

• Keeps abreast of the latest developments in the recruiting and selection field through reading, attendance at conferences and seminars, etc.

• Serves as the expert to pre-screen and interview potential candidates for employment using technical and behavioral-based interviewing methods.

• Manages the interviewing and selection process up to and through on-boarding, including reference checking, extending the offer of employment, coordinating drug/background check/driving record and any other pre-employment issues - such as equipment needs ordered, etc.

• Manages the candidate life cycle through employment utilizing the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and assists hiring managers in Manager-Self-Service in the ATS.

• Ensures that onboarding is processed through the HRIS, including all needed documents and signatures are completed before date of hire. Initiates the benefits enrollment.

• Completes new employee onboarding and employee terminations.

• Utilizes the ATS, designs and maintains reports connected to the selection process and meets all Federal and State compliance requirements, including affirmative action plan compliance, Veteran's reporting and EEO1.

• Provides monthly metrics to the business to outline key metrics such as days to fill, days outstanding, open/closed positions, etc.

• Follows up with candidates and hiring managers to obtain feedback regarding the recruiting process and continuously seeks to improve the process to meet staffing goals.

• Creates, updates and maintains accurate job descriptions.

• Documents and communicates internal job changes, promotions, demotions, etc.

• Handles various employee relations issues, including participating in and documenting employee investigations, implementing corrective/disciplinary actions as needed.

• Performs similar, comparable, or related duties as may be required or assigned.

EDUCATION/ SPECIAL LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor's degree in HR or management, or 2+ years equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of Full-Cycle Recruiting experience.

• 1-2 years of Human Resource Generalist experience a plus.

• Strong track record of utilizing creative strategies in technical, sales and manufacturing recruiting.

• Applicant Tracking System and/or HRIS experience.

SKILLS:

• Demonstrated ability to manipulate ATS and HRIS tools.

• Strong knowledge of social media and demonstrated usage of tools such as LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.

• Demonstrated ability to utilize passive sourcing techniques.

• Clear understanding of the end-to-end recruitment life cycle process.

• Proficient using Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent time-management skills with ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks.

• Ability to respond promptly to shifts in priorities, direction, and schedules.

• Ability to coordinate several projects to successful completion with little to no supervision.

• Ability to function from strategic design to hands-on activities.

• Strong process management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization, external candidates, vendors, and team members.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and be resourceful.

• Trustworthiness and ability to maintain confidentiality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time.

• Visual acuity necessary to utilize a computer monitor throughout the course of a normal workday.

• Ability to perform repetitive keyboarding activities and operate general office equipment.

• Extra hours and some travel may be required.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Don't meet every single requirement? At RMC, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.