Senior Recruiter

Members of our Human Resources team (referred to at Johnsonville as “Member Services”), along with those in learning and culture, office support, and administrative assistant roles—including executive assistants and other key support functions—play a vital part in both big-picture strategy and day-to-day operations. These teams are responsible for recruiting, developing, and supporting a talented and diverse workforce, as well as shaping our culture through programs focused on learning, growth, and engagement. From coordinating executive calendars and supporting effective meetings to designing impactful development programs and negotiating vendor contracts, their contributions are essential to helping the organization achieve its goals.

Senior Recruiter

Position Overview:

As a Senior Recruiter at Johnsonville, you’ll play a pivotal role in attracting senior-level and hard-to-fill talent across geographies. You’ll shape inclusive hiring strategies, source transformational leaders, and deliver a positive, seamless experience for both candidates and hiring teams.

This role requires agility, confidence, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of diverse talent markets. By partnering with leaders across the enterprise, from Supply Chain and Operations to Commercial, R&D, and Corporate Functions (Finance, IT, etc.) you’ll provide innovative talent solutions that fuel Johnsonville’s growth and embody the Johnsonville Way.

Our Approach to Work: Johnsonville was built on the premise that our business should build our members and provide opportunities to help them fully develop their God-given talents. We believe face-to-face interaction and time in the office is crucial for member development and an important enabler of our team-centric culture. We also know that flexibility is key to managing the demands of work and personal life, and we respect that some work is best done away from the office. Our Flexible Work program offers several different options to fit your needs, with most office positions offering hybrid work structures. More details on this position’s requirements and our Flexible Work program will be shared during the interview process.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the full-cycle recruitment process for senior-level roles across the enterprise
• Deliver a best-in-class candidate experience that reflects our culture and values
• Partner directly with leaders to understand talent needs and build scalable sourcing strategies
• Proactively source and build pipelines of high-caliber talent across key markets
• Balance multiple searches and stakeholders while staying organized and meeting hiring goals and timelines
• Ensure compliance with hiring standards and maintain data integrity across systems
• Provide talent market insights and guide leaders as a strategic partner in hiring decisions

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required

Experience:

• 5+ years of corporate recruiting experience, with proven success filling senior-level roles across multiple functions required
• Expertise in sourcing and interviewing, required
• Recruiting experience within CPG, food or manufacturing strongly preferred
• Skilled with ATS platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, LinkedIn Recruiter, and related tools required

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Consultative and solutions-focused mindset
• High level of professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• Adaptable and resourceful in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Date:                            October 6, 2025

Location:                      Global Headquarters, Sheboygan Falls, WI (Hybrid)

Coach:                         Talent Acquisition Manager

Member Status:             Full Time, Salaried

Travel:                          Minimal

Benefits:                       Members have potential for a monthly bonus and 401k with a company match. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off, as well as access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, onsite medical clinic and tuition reimbursement!

About our Company

Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!

How to Apply:

External candidate:  Apply on-line only at: careers.johnsonville.com

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability.

We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.