Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you. As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits. To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact Click “Apply” to get started. PURPOSE: This full-time position is responsible for managing recruitment and onboarding for all open roles at the Big Flats manufacturing site, with potential support for other locations or functions as needed. The Recruiter will ensure timely hiring of qualified talent, maintain a proactive candidate pipeline for hourly manufacturing positions, and oversee the conversion of eligible temporary employees based on performance, attendance, and hours worked. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND DELIVERABLES: Manage full-cycle recruitment for hourly and salaried roles within the manufacturing plant. Partner with HR Manager to understand staffing needs and develop effective sourcing strategies. Maintain a proactive pipeline of candidates for high-volume hourly positions. Screen, interview, and assess candidates to ensure alignment with role requirements and company culture. Coordinate and facilitate the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring compliance with company policies. Track and manage temporary employees, ensuring timely conversion of eligible workers based on performance and attendance. Utilize our internal applicant tracking systems (ATS) to manage requisitions and candidate flow efficiently. Ensuring all open roles have an appropriate Requisition and Authority to Recruit (ATR) Ensure all recruitment activities comply with legal and company standards, including EEO and diversity initiatives. Collaborate with HR and Operations ensuring all new hires are properly managing through the onboarding process for a smooth transition to employment and payroll Collaborate with HR and operations teams to forecast workforce needs and support retention strategies. Provide regular updates and reporting on recruitment metrics and progress to leadership. Manage relationships with temporary staffing agencies to ensure timely and high-quality placements Establish and maintain partnerships with external agencies such as local colleges, tech schools, Dept of Labor Manage New Hire Check ins at 30-60-90 days SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 1–3 years of experience in recruitment, onboarding, or HR coordination (preferably in a manufacturing or high-volume environment) Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Comfortable using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, etc.) Proactive, positive, and team-oriented mindset Workday Experience is a plus QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Experience in Recruitment: Proven track record in full-cycle recruiting, preferably in high-volume or manufacturing environments. Knowledge of Employment Practices: Familiarity with labor laws, EEO compliance, and company hiring standards. Sourcing Skills: Ability to build and maintain candidate pipelines for hourly and skilled roles. Technology Proficiency: Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms. Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and written communication skills to engage candidates and collaborate with hiring managers. Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple requisitions and prioritize in a fast-paced environment. Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to addressing staff challenges and meeting deadlines. Onboarding Expertise: Knowledge of onboarding processes and documentation requirements. Data & Reporting: Ability to track recruitment metrics and provide insights to leadership. Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic manufacturing setting with changing priorities. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED: Strong Relationship Builder – Able to establish trust and rapport with candidates, hiring managers, and team members. Proactive & Resourceful – Takes initiative to source talent and solve recruitment challenges creatively. Detail-Oriented – Ensures accuracy in documentation, compliance, and candidate tracking. Resilient & Adaptable – Thrives in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. Excellent Communicator – Clear, professional, and persuasive in both verbal and written communication. Empathetic & Approachable – Understands candidate and manager needs, fostering a positive experience. ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS: Base starting salary ranges from $95k - $105k/year. The base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. In addition to base pay, this role includes: An annual incentive opportunity, awarded based on individual and company performance. A comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law. We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business. We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL. pladis is an ambitious global snacking company and home to much loved brands including McVitie’s, GODIVA and Ülker. pladis also owns regional brands Jacob’s, Go Ahead, Flipz, Turtles, BN, Verkade and many more products across sweet and savoury biscuits, wafer, cake and chocolate. Formed in 2016, pladis is the proud steward of over 300 years of family baking and confectionery experience. The expertise of our 15,000+ global workforce spans 26 bakeries and factories and is united by our purpose: to ‘bring happiness with every bite’. As a responsible business delivering the highest quality products and exceptional service, pladis’ products have the potential to reach more than four billion people across the world. For more information, please visit : www.pladisglobal.com For our Privacy policy please click here

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