Recruiting Coordinator – Supporting Ford – Glendale, KY

Recruiting Coordinator – Supporting Ford – Glendale, KY (Onsite)

Ford is building the workforce behind one of the most consequential manufacturing buildouts in the country — next-generation EV battery production in Glendale, KY, driving U.S. energy independence and the future of American mobility. We’re hiring a Recruiting Coordinator to work onsite alongside Ford’s talent and operations teams, supporting the hiring engine that will help staff this facility at scale.

This is a high-visibility, high-velocity role for someone who wants to do meaningful work, move fast, and grow into broader Talent Acquisition responsibilities as the site continues to scale.

About the Role

You’ll be on the ground in Glendale, supporting high-volume hourly recruiting, candidate engagement, recruiting events, and onboarding coordination. As the organization continues to grow, this role will expand into broader recruiting coordination responsibilities, including interview scheduling, offer support, onboarding coordination, and talent operations support.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys creating an exceptional candidate experience while partnering closely with recruiters, hiring managers, and business leaders.

What You’ll Do

Candidate Experience & Coordination

Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process

Conduct candidate pre-screen conversations focused on logistics, process expectations, and NDA requirements

Maintain consistent communication to ensure a positive and professional candidate experience

Collect and manage candidate documentation, including NDAs and onboarding materials

Interview Scheduling & Recruiting Operations

Coordinate and schedule interviews across multiple teams and stakeholders

Manage interview logistics, confirmations, and calendar coordination across time zones

Support recruiters with candidate tracking, pipeline management, and process administration

Maintain accurate candidate records and recruiting documentation

Offer & Onboarding Support

Assist with preparing and coordinating offer letters for hourly and salaried hires

Partner with recruiters, hiring managers, and HR teams to support a smooth onboarding experience

Track onboarding milestones and ensure completion of required pre-employment activities

Help maintain organized records and follow-up processes throughout the hiring lifecycle

Hourly Hiring & Event Support

Support onsite recruiting events, hiring fairs, and community outreach initiatives

Coordinate candidate flow, event logistics, and follow-up activities

Partner with recruiting teams on high-volume hourly hiring efforts

Assist with workforce planning and talent pipeline development

Talent Pipeline Support

Assist recruiters with sourcing activities and talent market research

Maintain candidate spreadsheets, trackers, and reporting tools

Identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes and candidate engagement

Support ongoing talent pipeline development for current and future hiring needs

What We Need to See

4+ years of experience in recruiting coordination, human resources, talent acquisition, or a related administrative role

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Strong customer service mindset and commitment to delivering an exceptional candidate experience

Bonus Points

Experience supporting both hourly and salaried recruiting efforts

Experience coordinating interviews and managing complex scheduling logistics

Experience supporting recruiting events, hiring fairs, or high-volume hiring initiatives

Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruiting tools

Manufacturing, energy, automotive, or industrial recruiting support experience

Logistics

• Location: Glendale, KY · Onsite, 5 days/week
• Engagement: Salaried position with Sustainable Talent dedicated to Ford
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); paid time off; sick leave; holiday pay; and access to the Sustainable Talent employee assistance program.

This salaried position is offered through Sustainable Talent, Ford’s strategic talent partner.

Sustainable Talent is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.