Ingram Marine Group encompasses our operating units involved in transporting bulk commodities on America's inland waterways, delivering fuel and supplies to the towing industry, and providing a ship anchorage in Louisiana. As the leading carrier, we operate a fleet that transport aggregates, grain, fertilizer, coal, ores, alloys, steel products, chemicals, and other products.
We're committed to being the best at whatever we do. We're continuously growing, adapting, and responding, and we're successful because of the outstanding hard work and creative energy of our associates.
Job DescriptionIngram Marine Group is looking for a Recruiter in the Granite City, IL area. This person will be responsible for terminal and production recruiting, including sourcing and attracting candidates; screening and interviewing applicants; and making hiring decisions autonomously or in conjunction with the hiring manager for certain positions. The role also builds and maintains local relationships with schools, workforce organizations, and community partners to develop sustainable talent pipelines for future hiring needs.
What you will be doing:
- Reviewing and screening employment applications to assess qualifications and fit
- Conducting interviews and making hiring decisions independently for terminal and production roles, and in partnership with hiring managers as appropriate
- Extending conditional job offers and managing candidate communications throughout the hiring process
- Sourcing candidates through multiple channels and collaborating with the Communications team to develop and deploy effective recruiting and employment branding campaigns
- Building industry and brand awareness through creating and maintaining partnerships with local schools, workforce programs, community organizations, and other local partners
- Representing Ingram at educational, informational, and community events to develop sustainable talent pipelines for terminal and production roles
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Prior high-volume recruiting experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- Working knowledge of the marine and/or transportation/logistics industry and the roles being recruited
- Understanding of employment law and compliance requirements as they relate to recruiting and hiring
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Ability to travel, including overnight travel as needed
Education & Experience Preferences/Requirements:
- High School or GED required
- 2 - 3 Years experience required
Salary: $55,000 - $60,000
Additional InformationWorking Environment and Conditions:
- General office environment
- Travel to include overnight
- Weekend work
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
- A competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits including Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA.
- Generous paid time off benefits
- 401K match
- Life and AD&D, Employee Assistant programs, Group Legal, & more
- Associate growth and development encouraged through internal training and tuition reimbursement program
If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at [email protected]
Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates (“Company”) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.
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Skills Required
- High School diploma or GED
- 2-3 years of recruiting experience
- Prior high-volume recruiting experience
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- Working knowledge of the marine and/or transportation/logistics industry and roles being recruited
- Understanding of employment law and compliance requirements related to recruiting and hiring
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Ability to travel, including overnight travel as needed
Ingram Barge Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ingram Barge Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Ingram Barge Company.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered above‑average for inland river work and commonly described as fair for what the roles demand. The linehaul 'split pay' approach is described as providing steady biweekly checks that help with financial stability.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Earnings tend to rise with tenure and credentials, with clear pathways from entry deckhand into senior deckhand and pilot roles. Progression is described as improving compensation over time.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) program with a dollar‑for‑dollar company match from the start is emphasized, alongside auto‑enrollment and optional auto‑increase features. The employer match vests after a defined service period.
Ingram Barge Company Insights
What We Do
Ingram Barge Company has been a quality marine transporter on America's inland waterways since 1946, and has grown to become the leading carrier on America’s inland waterways. Ingram Barge has superior customer service; state-of-the-art information systems; and training and safety practices that are second to none. A commitment to continuous improvement involving every associate sets Ingram apart from the competition and provides the best possible service and value for the transportation dollar.
