Recruiter - Talent Acquisition
14 hours ago
New Orleans
Location New Orleans, LA Job Category Human Resources & Legal Division Laitram LLC Job Description (General Summary) Laitram, LLC is seeking a Talent Acquisition Recruiter to join our team in the Greater New Orleans area. This individual will develop and execute proactive strategies to attract and retain top talent for key positions across the Laitram family of companies. The recruiter will build and maintain a strong bench of qualified candidates to meet both current and future staffing needs. Partnering closely with hiring managers, this role will define recruitment strategies, assess talent needs, and ensure alignment with business objectives. Success in this position will require developing a deep understanding of the functions and markets we recruit for, building strong recruiting networks and relationships, and leveraging innovative sourcing techniques to identify and engage high-caliber candidates. Laitram is comprised of four operating divisions - Intralox, Laitram Machinery, Lapeyre Stair, and Laitram Machine Shop.We employ more than 4,000 people worldwide and have 24 offices in 12 countries. Laitram has continually been recognized for innovation and workplace excellence. Laitram is a vibrant, forward-thinking privately held company that brings innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement to every aspect of our work.To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits,please visit our Careers website. Intralox, a division of Laitram, is the world's leading global conveyance solutions provider filing 25 original US patent claims each year and offering direct service for a broad range of industries in more than 100 countries. We specialize in innovative technologies that have driven organic growth for a generation from $60 million to $1 billion and counting. Our products, combined with a powerful blend of expertise, services and global support, allow our customers to experience our uncompromising commitment to providing solutions that create lasting value. Job Responsibilities and Requirements Responsibilities • Manage full life cycle of the recruiting process for all open positions including but not limited to the following:, • Lead full-cycle recruiting for assigned openings (professional, technical, and/or hourly), from intake meeting through offer acceptance, • Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, team dynamics, and success profiles; develop and execute effective recruiting strategies, • Source talent proactively using a mix of channels (job boards, social media, databases, networking, referrals, events) and continuously refine sourcing strategies based on results, • Screen and assess candidates via phone and video or onsite interviews- evaluate skills, experience and cultural fit., • Coordinate interview logistics across multiple calendars, ensuring accurate communication and a seamless process for candidates and interviewers, • Provide strategic thought partnership to hiring managers throughout the candidate selection process advising on candidates skill sets and company fit, • Own the candidate experience by maintaining timely, transparent communication and representing Laitram's values throughout the process, • Manage relationships with external recruiting vendors, including agencies and search firms, to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with our standards., • Support early-talent and intern hiring, including collaboration with local universities and participation in campus events as needed., • Represent Laitram in the community through targeted programs and events that strengthen our employer brand in the communities we serve., • Stay current on recruiting trends and technology, bringing forward ideas and tools that enhance efficiency, candidate quality, and process improvements. Requirements • Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field., • Experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing (phone/video/onsite), reference checks, and offer support., • Previous experience using databases, applicant tracking systems, and/or social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn) for recruiting or sourcing., • Strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to build credibility with hiring managers and candidates., • Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)., • Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities., • Ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment., • Willingness to travel occasionally overnight for recruiting events, training seminars, or conferences., • Working knowledge of creative and innovative sourcing techniques (e.g., Boolean search, talent mapping, networking strategies). Desired Qualifications • Previous agency recruiting experience (staffing or search firm), • Experience recruiting withn a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment, • Familiarity with behavioral interviewing techniques and structured selection processes EEO/Vet/Disability Notice EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled LinkedIn Recruiter #LI-AT1