Trenton, GA | Full-Time | Onsite
DirectPath Recruiting Services is partnering with a growing manufacturing company in Trenton, Georgia to hire an HR Assistant. This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious recruiting professional who wants to transition from agency recruiting into an in-house corporate HR career.
If you enjoy finding great talent, building relationships with candidates, coordinating onboarding, and gaining exposure to all aspects of Human Resources, this position offers an excellent career path with a stable and growing manufacturer.
As the HR Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting the company's hiring efforts while assisting with day-to-day HR operations. You'll partner with hiring managers to attract top talent, deliver a positive candidate experience, and help support employees throughout their employment lifecycle.
Manage the full-cycle recruiting process for manufacturing, skilled trades, engineering, and administrative positions.
Source candidates using LinkedIn, Indeed, job boards, referrals, and networking.
Screen resumes and conduct phone interviews to identify qualified candidates.
Coordinate interviews with hiring managers and maintain communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.
Prepare offer letters and assist with pre-employment screenings, background checks, and drug testing.
Coordinate new hire onboarding and orientation to ensure a smooth employee experience.
Maintain applicant tracking system (ATS) and HR records with accuracy and confidentiality.
Assist with employee relations, benefits administration, and HR documentation.
Support payroll, attendance tracking, and HR compliance activities as needed.
Help organize employee engagement activities, recognition programs, and training initiatives.
Assist the HR team with various projects and other generalist responsibilities.
1–5 years of recruiting, HR, talent acquisition, or staffing experience.
Agency recruiting experience is highly encouraged—this is an excellent opportunity to transition into corporate Human Resources.
Experience recruiting for manufacturing, engineering, skilled trades, or industrial positions is preferred.
Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple openings and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Microsoft Office, and HRIS systems.
Professional, confidential, and customer-service-oriented approach.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is preferred.
Excellent opportunity to move from agency recruiting into corporate HR.
Gain hands-on experience across recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, and HR operations.
Join a growing manufacturing company with long-term career advancement opportunities.
Collaborative team environment where your contributions make a direct impact.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
If you're an agency recruiter looking to build a long-term career in Human Resources, or an HR professional who enjoys recruiting and employee engagement, we'd love to hear from you.
DirectPath Recruiting Services is proud to partner with leading manufacturing companies throughout the Southeast to connect exceptional talent with outstanding career opportunities.
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