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Job Description
Recruiter - High Volume (Temp-Hire) Baldor Specialty Foods - 3.3 Chelsea, MA Job Details Full-time $33 - $35 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Commuter assistance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Career development plan Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Organizing events LinkedIn Data integrity assurance Organizing community events Data analytics tools for recruitment Phone communication Safety regulations Direct sourcing Direct sourcing recruitment ATS Performance Reporting Metrics Reporting Mid-level Recruitment metrics tracking Full cycle recruiting Meeting scheduling DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations Data integrity and documentation Online database candidate sourcing Screening interviews Social media marketing (recruitment) Management reporting Transportation industry recruitment Phone call management Community relationship building Resume management software Manufacturing company experience Communication skills Cross-functional communication Referrals (candidate sourcing)
Full Job Description Employment Type:
Temporary-to-Hire (Full-Time) This position is being hired as a temporary assignment with the opportunity to transition to a regular full-time Baldor employee based on performance and business needs.
Position Summary:
The Recruiter plays a key role in executing hiring strategies for requisitions assigned including operations, production, warehouse, and driver positions. Supporting the Senior Recruiters, this role manages requisitions, sources frontline candidates, coordinates hiring events, and ensures DOT-compliant processes for driver recruitment. The Recruiter also provides hiring metrics, time-to-fill reporting, and ATS management to support operational staffing needs. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-pressure environment, manages multiple job requisitions at once, and is focused on moving candidates from applicant to onboarding swiftly.
Key Responsibilities:
Support full cycle recruiting for high-volume roles including production workers, warehouse associates, pick/pack staff, and driver positions (CDL and non-CDL). Conduct sourcing through job boards, local community outreach, referrals, hiring events, and social platforms. Screen and qualify candidates, including preliminary DOT-related prequalification checks (e.g., MVR flags, required credentials). Utilize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to process, move, and track candidates, ensuring 100% data integrity and compliance. Partner with operations and the Senior Recruiters to understand staffing targets and scheduling needs. Assist in organizing and executing hiring events, open houses, community job fairs, and on-site recruiting days. Coordinate, schedule, and confirm interviews between candidates and hiring managers, managing heavy email/phone interactions. Post, update, and manage job ads across various job boards (Indeed, LinkedIn, etc.). Prepare time-to-fill and hiring funnel metrics weekly for leadership review. Track drop-off and show-up rates for frontline and driver candidates and recommend improvements. Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, safety requirements, and company hiring standards.
Qualifications:
2-4 years high-volume recruiting experience, preferably in manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or transportation. Experience recruiting drivers and familiarity with DOT hiring considerations preferred. Strong multitasking abilities and comfort with fast-changing hiring demands. Proficiency with ATS tools and high-volume sourcing platforms. Strong communication, organization, and customer-service orientation. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with cross-functional collaboration.
Benefits:
Baldor is committed to supporting the well-being, stability, and long-term success of our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:
Paid Time Off:
Vacation, sick time, paid company holidays & floating holidays Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage 401(k) Plan with Company Match Company-Paid Life Insurance Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage Employee discounts on Baldor products Commuter Benefits Career growth and development opportunities Join Our Team If you want to make an impact at a rapidly growing organization, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and help shape the future of specialty food distribution with Baldor! #LI-AB1 #LI-Hybrid About Baldor Since our beginnings as part of the iconic Greenwich Village retail store, Balducci's, Baldor has upheld its original promise—to curate and deliver the finest ingredients from around the world. For more than 30 years, we have supported the food industry using cutting-edge logistics, a modern supply chain, and an unwavering commitment to service. Today, we are the trusted distribution partner for top hotels, restaurants, country clubs, hospitals, nursing homes, and culinary professionals across the region.
