Junior Recruiting Specialist

Job Title: Junior Recruiting Specialist

Location (city, state): Carpentersville, IL

Industry: Manufacturing

Pay: $21–$25/hour (based on experience)

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with our client, a growing manufacturing organization, to hire an HR Coordinator. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with strong long-term potential. The company offers a collaborative team environment, hands-on training, and opportunities for growth within Human Resources and Payroll.

Job Description:

The HR Coordinator provides day-to-day support to the Human Resources department with a focus on recruiting and payroll administration. This role plays a key part in ensuring smooth onboarding, accurate payroll processing, and a positive employee experience. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-driven, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support full-cycle recruiting for hourly production and assembler roles
• Coordinate interview scheduling, candidate communications, and job offers
• Manage pre-employment steps including background checks and drug screenings
• Conduct onboarding and new hire orientation sessions
• Maintain accurate candidate and employee records within the ATS system
• Track and update candidate statuses and documentation
• Review timesheets, audit payroll data, and support payroll processing
• Serve as backup support for payroll administration
• Coordinate with IT on new hire setup and access requests
• Prepare new hire folders and onboarding materials
• Order business cards and assist with workstation setup
• Respond to employee inquiries and provide HR support
• Assist with company events and employee engagement activities
• Perform additional HR administrative duties as needed

Qualifications:

• 1–3 years of experience in recruiting and payroll administration
• Associate’s degree required
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to follow structured processes and work from detailed checklists
• Comfortable multitasking and pivoting between priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience with UKG, ADP, or BreezyHR is a plus
• Must be able to pass a math assessment during onsite interview

Perks:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Profit-sharing bonus eligibility upon permanent hire
• Hands-on training and mentorship
• Stable schedule and long-term career opportunity
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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