Talent Acquisition Recruiter (Contract To Hire)

We are looking for a technical recruiter to help drive & support Velo3D's hiring process from end to end ("full cycle"). This person has a "hunter's mindset" when it comes to sourcing and will play a key role in developing (and maintaining) a talented and diverse candidate pipeline in all stages through closing.

At Velo3D, we value respectful debate, diversity, and people who aren't afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't 'check all the boxes'.

• This is a Contract to Hire opportunity.

Job Duties

• Source diverse candidates using a variety of platforms & strategies (this role will have an emphasis on sourcing & progressing candidates through the recruiting process; so this role will provide opportunities to work at every stage of the hiring process
• Utilize social media (LinkedIn) to improve Velo3D's employer brand + drive candidates to our job postings
• Effectively share Velo3D's vision, mission, core values, and culture to attract high-caliber candidates who are passionate about advancing our cause
• Communicate and collaborate cross-functionally, including with HR, recruiting, and hiring managers, to establish priorities & strategies
• Screen candidate CVs and profiles
• Perform initial phone interviews/screens, to move qualified candidates into the interview process
• Establish & build relationships with passive candidates, who may be drawn to Velo3D over time
• Maintain communications with candidates throughout the interview lifecycle - make their interview experience at Velo3D extraordinary, inclusive, and unique
• Follow up often with candidates, hiring managers, and interview teams to keep the process flowing
• Help to keep the ATS (applicant tracking system) up to date with candidate status/activity; experience in using the Lever ATS is a plus
• Report weekly on the status of candidate/job pipelines
• Other talent acquisition duties as needed, depending on workload

Qualifications

Required:

• Have at least 5 years of experience as a full cycle recruiter in a fast-paced, company environment. Preferably, supporting operations, logistics and manufacturing teams
• Have experience sourcing, engaging, and closing candidates for positions that are individual contributors as well as managers across the company in engineering, production, customer services, sales/marketing, and operations.
• Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal (English)
• Have exceptional organization skills and ability to manage complex calendar arrangements, that may include different time zones and travel
• Demonstrate confidence and resilience
• Have worked extensively with LinkedIn Recruiter
• Creative in searching for talent using boolean search terms and other techniques to effectively find qualified talent; both actively looking as well as not currently looking for a new job ("Passive") yet interested once we share the opportunity.
• Solid experience with an ATS
• Have a solid understanding of engineering & software terminology - enabling you to have thoughtful & engaging conversations with candidates
• Target driven

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Have an interest in & knowledge of fast-growing startup environments
• Enjoy research into tech terms important to roles that may be new for you
• Are a LinkedIn and ATS power user (Velo3D uses Lever)
• Experience recruiting in industries such as Semiconductor Equipment, Robotics, Aerospace, Industrial Machinery, or other types of companies with products involving hardware and software engineering

About the Company:

Velo, Velo3D, Sapphire and Intelligent Fusion are registered trademarks of Velo3D, Inc. Without Compromise, Flow, Flow Developer, and Assure are trademarks of Velo3D, Inc.

With the only SupportFree laser powder bed fusion capability, we enable on-demand manufacturing of production quality Titanium, Inconel, and Aluminum parts with an unprecedented degree of design freedom and quality control. The VELO3D award-winning solution includes an integrated offering of hardware and software: Sapphire metal AM production printer, Flow print preparation software, Assure quality assurance and control system, and an integrated manufacturing process that runs throughout the printing operation.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base hourly rate for this full-time position is between $45.00 and $60.00 per hour. This hourly rate range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this position in the U.S. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience, job-related skills, related education, work location, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. In addition to a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and equity program, as applicable.

Velo3D provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on, race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.