Recruiting and Onboarding Coordinator (Short-Term)

Simon & Schuster is seeking a short-term Recruiting and Onboarding Coordinator to support hiring and onboarding at its Delran distribution facility. The role coordinates recruiting administration, candidate communications and screenings, new-hire documentation and orientation, and staffing support with HR, Talent Acquisition, and operations teams.

What you'll do:

• Provide day-to-day coordination and administrative support for hourly recruiting activities
• Coordinate new-hire onboarding, including required documentation, pre-employment requirements, and orientation scheduling
• Review incoming applications and conduct initial candidate screenings based on established qualifications
• Assist with candidate sourcing through job boards, recruiting platforms, referrals, social media and community resources
• Schedule and coordinate candidate interviews with hiring managers and facility leadership
• Maintain timely communication with candidates regarding interviews, next steps, and onboarding requirements
• Assist with offer coordination and pre-employment activities
• Help facilitate new-hire orientation and ensure employees have the information needed for a successful first day
• Maintain accurate candidate and new-hire information in applicable recruiting and HR systems
• Track candidates through the recruiting and onboarding process and follow up on outstanding requirements
• Partner with HR, Talent Acquisition, and operations teams to support current staffing priorities
• Assist with hiring events and other recruiting initiatives as needed

What they're looking for:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple candidates and priorities simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and consistent follow-through
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with HR, Talent Acquisition, and operations teams
• Previous experience in a recruiting coordinator, HR coordinator, onboarding coordinator, staffing coordinator, or similar role preferred
• Experience supporting new-hire onboarding and pre-employment processes strongly preferred
• Experience supporting high-volume hourly hiring in a distribution, warehouse, manufacturing, fulfillment, logistics, or similar environment is a plus
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS), HR systems, job boards, and Microsoft Office applications preferred

Benefits:

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Disability benefits
• Tuition assistance program
• PTO (or, if applicable)
• Access to the industry-first Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in shared success