Bilingual (Spanish/English) Junior HR Recruiter

HR JUNIOR RECRUITER (BILINGUAL – SPANISH)

Location: Chicago, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $23/hour (starting)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:30 PM; Every Other Saturday 8:00 AM–2:00 PM

Position Summary

El Milagro is seeking a motivated and dependable HR Recruiter to support hiring efforts across the organization. This role is ideal for someone looking to begin or grow a career in Human Resources and Talent Acquisition within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The HR Recruiter will assist with sourcing, screening, and coordinating candidates while learning best practices in recruitment and compliance. The ideal candidate demonstrates professionalism, strong communication skills, and alignment with El Milagro’s core values of Quality, Integrity, and Family.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist hiring managers and the HR team with recruitment needs and job postings
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, employee referrals, and local recruiting efforts
• Review applications and conduct initial phone or in-person screenings
• Schedule interviews and coordinate communication between candidates and hiring managers
• Maintain accurate candidate records and update applicant tracking systems
• Provide candidates with information regarding open positions, company culture, and hiring steps
• Support internal job postings and employee referral programs
• Assist with recruitment-related projects, including internship and early-career hiring initiatives
• Keep recruitment software, job postings, and hiring documentation organized and up to date
• Confer with management to define position requirements and assist with drafting job descriptions
• Ensure recruiting practices comply with applicable employment laws and company policies
• Support additional HR-related duties and projects as assigned

Position Requirements

• fluency in Spanish and Englisg required languages (written and verbal)

• diploma or bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field (or in progress)

• 0–2 years +  of experience in recruiting, hr, or customer-facing roles

• strong communication and interpersonal skills

• excellent organizational and time-management abilities

• proficiency with microsoft office

• familiarity with adp, workforce now, hireology, or similar ats systems

• ability to handle confidential information with professionalism

• experience in manufacturing, warehousing, food production, distribution, or similar industries is a strong plus
• bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, marketing, psychology, or a related field preferred
• phr or shrm-cp certification is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance