Direct Labor Recruiter (Contract)

The Direct Labor Recruiter is responsible for managing high-volume recruitment of production operators and other direct labor positions to support manufacturing operations. The role works closely with labor agencies, production managers, and HR teams to ensure timely manpower fulfilment and workforce stability.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Hiring

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for production operators and direct labour positions.
• Source, screen, interview, and coordinate hiring of candidates.
• Conduct mass recruitment activities, walk-in interviews, career fairs, and hiring campaigns.
• Build and maintain a continuous pipeline of operator candidates.

Labor Agency Management

• Liaise closely with direct labor agencies on manpower requirements and hiring priorities.
• Monitor agency fulfilment performance and ensure timely deployment of workers.
• Coordinate candidate sourcing, screening, onboarding, and replacements with agencies.
• Maintain strong working relationships with agency partners to ensure adequate workforce supply.

Onboarding & Retention

• Coordinate pre-employment documentation, and onboarding activities.
• Support new hire orientation and deployment.
• Monitor early turnover and work with agencies to improve retention rates.

Reporting & Compliance

• Maintain accurate recruitment records and manpower reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years of recruitment experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Experience recruiting large numbers of production operators/direct labor employees.
• Experience working with labor agencies and contingent workforce providers.
• Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Competencies

• High-Volume Recruitment
• Agency/Vendor Management
• Workforce Planning
• Relationship Building
• Problem Solving
• Results-Oriented