Associate Recruiter

The Associate Recruiter at Fender Musical Instruments is responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle. This includes job postings, sourcing, screening, scheduling, and offer management for hourly and salaried manufacturing roles. The position involves building strong relationships with department leaders, maintaining a positive candidate experience, and applying creative sourcing strategies to build talent pipelines. Additionally, you will represent Fender at local hiring events and track recruiting metrics for the HR team.

To qualify for the Associate Recruiter position at Fender Musical Instruments, candidates should have at least 2 years of recruiting experience in a manufacturing or high-volume hiring environment. Fluency in Spanish is a must, along with experience with applicant tracking systems. You'll also need familiarization with labor compliance processes, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment.

Fender Musical Instruments is dedicated to providing a positive candidate experience by ensuring professional, timely, and responsive communication throughout the hiring process. As an Associate Recruiter, you will maintain open lines of communication and guide candidates at every step, ensuring they feel valued and informed, ultimately creating a world-class experience for everyone who applies.

The pay scale for the Associate Recruiter position at Fender Musical Instruments ranges from $25.00 to $30.00 per hour. This competitive wage reflects our commitment to hiring talent and providing fair compensation, and it is part of a broader benefits package that also includes medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

The work environment for an Associate Recruiter at Fender Musical Instruments is dynamic and fast-paced, filled with creative energy. Located in Corona, CA, you will be working onsite alongside passionate individuals in the music and manufacturing industry. The culture is supportive, where collaboration with HR and department leaders is essential to adapt to changing staffing needs. Plus, as part of a global company, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation in the music industry.

When answering this question, highlight your passion for music and how your recruitment skills can contribute to Fender's mission. Discuss your interest in the music industry and how working for a globally recognized brand like Fender excites you. Emphasizing your alignment with the company's values will also show your genuine interest.

In your response, outline your previous roles and responsibilities in full-cycle recruitment. Discuss your approach to sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and managing offers, and reflect on how you adapt your strategies based on the specific needs of the role or company, particularly in manufacturing.

Explain your methods for maintaining clear and open communication with candidates throughout the hiring process, including timely updates and feedback. Discuss your commitment to professionalism and the importance of making candidates feel valued, and share any specific examples of successful experiences from your past roles.

Discuss your creative sourcing strategies, such as leveraging social media, networking events, or local partnerships, to identify potential candidates. Emphasize your proactive approach in maintaining relationships with passive candidates and your use of data to refine these strategies based on recruitment metrics.

Describe your experience managing high-volume hiring and share specific strategies you implement to streamline the recruitment process. Highlight your organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple requisitions, adapting effectively to ensure timely placements.

Illustrate how you believe collaboration is key in aligning recruitment strategies with business needs. Talk about your communication style, how you gather feedback from leaders, and how that influences your recruitment efforts while ensuring everyone's goals are met.

Discuss your familiarity with applicant tracking systems and specific tools you’ve used, emphasizing how they enhance your recruitment process. Talk about your experience ensuring data accuracy and managing workflows in such systems, which is essential at Fender.

Share your skills in handling sensitive conversations with professionalism and discretion. Provide examples of how you have navigated difficult situations in the past while ensuring that candidates feel respected and supported throughout the process.

Discuss your understanding of labor compliance processes, such as I-9, E-Verify, and background checks. Highlight the importance of adhering to these regulations while balancing them with a positive recruitment experience, thereby minimizing risks for the company.

In your answer, connect your personal passion for music and your professional recruitment expertise. Explain how you envision recruiting top talent not just to fill roles but to further Fender's innovative mission, enhancing the company's cultural and product contributions.