Manufacturing is one of the most important industries in the world, yet much of the technology supporting it hasn't kept pace.
We're building a fundamentally different future for manufacturing software.
Fulcrum is evolving from a traditional manufacturing software company into an AI-native company. We're not interested in simply adding AI features to existing systems. We're rethinking how work gets done, building products that can take on increasingly complex work themselves and give manufacturers capabilities that weren't possible before.
That same thinking shapes how we work internally. We believe small teams of exceptional people, equipped with powerful tools and the freedom to make decisions, can accomplish extraordinary things.
We're looking for people who are naturally curious, take ownership, and aren't satisfied doing something a certain way just because that's how it's always been done. People who like figuring things out, building things, challenging assumptions, and continuously expanding what they're capable of.
There's a lot we're still figuring out, and that's part of the opportunity. If you're energized by meaningful problems, ambitious goals, and the chance to help build something genuinely different, you'll find plenty to do here.
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced, resourceful Recruiter who knows how to find exceptional talent and has the judgment to recognize it.
At Fulcrum, hiring isn't simply about filling open positions. Every person we bring onto the team has a meaningful impact on what we're capable of building, how quickly we move, and how we work together.
You'll own full-cycle recruiting across a variety of roles, partnering closely with the Head of People and hiring managers to identify, attract, evaluate, and hire exceptional people.
This is a hands-on role for someone who genuinely loves recruiting and takes pride in owning the entire process. One day you might be creatively sourcing hard-to-find talent or advising a hiring manager on a difficult decision; the next, you're coordinating interviews, managing logistics, or making sure a candidate has a great onsite experience. You understand that all of it matters.
We're looking for someone who brings strong recruiting fundamentals, grit, and the initiative to figure things out without waiting for direction. You'll have support in learning Fulcrum, our hiring philosophy, and what makes someone successful here, but you'll bring the recruiting expertise.
Over time, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of the recruiting function, helping shape how we attract, evaluate, and hire talent as the company grows.
What You'll Do
Find and Hire Exceptional Talent
Own full-cycle recruiting across multiple functions, from initial sourcing through offer acceptance.
Develop creative sourcing strategies to identify, attract, and engage exceptional candidates, including passive talent.
Partner with hiring managers to understand their needs and define what exceptional performance looks like.
Conduct thoughtful, high-signal interviews that uncover how candidates think, solve problems, learn, and take initiative.
Look beyond resumes and traditional qualifications to recognize genuine ability, potential, and industriousness.
Make clear, evidence-based hiring recommendations and confidently challenge assumptions when necessary.
Own the Hiring Process and Candidate Experience
Manage the entire interview process, including scheduling, candidate communication, interview panels, onsite visits, and logistics.
Keep searches organized and moving forward, proactively identifying bottlenecks and solving problems.
Build strong relationships with candidates and deliver a thoughtful, professional experience at every stage.
Facilitate interview debriefs and help hiring managers make confident, informed decisions.
Partner with the Head of People and VP of Finance on compensation discussions and offers.
Support new hires through pre-start coordination, onboarding, and their first days at Fulcrum.
Jump into broader Operations team needs when necessary.
Continuously Improve How We Recruit
Use AI-powered sourcing platforms, research tools, and creative search strategies to uncover talent beyond traditional channels.
Leverage AI and automation to improve outreach, interview preparation, recruiting operations, and candidate engagement.
Experiment with new recruiting technologies and independently identify opportunities to work more effectively.
Track recruiting performance and use data to improve sourcing strategies, hiring processes, and outcomes.
Build scalable, efficient recruiting practices without introducing unnecessary complexity.
Who You Are
An experienced recruiter. You have strong recruiting fundamentals and know how to independently source, interview, evaluate, and close great candidates.
An exceptional judge of people. You look beyond polished answers and impressive resumes to understand how someone actually thinks, works, and approaches problems.
Industrious and self-directed. You don't wait for someone to tell you what needs to happen next. You identify opportunities, solve problems, and create momentum independently.
Gritty and resourceful. Difficult searches, rejection, and unexpected challenges don't discourage you. You're persistent, creative, and willing to try new approaches until you find a way forward.
Hands-on and detail-oriented. You take pride in every part of the recruiting process, from strategic sourcing to scheduling and coordination. You understand that the details matter.
Naturally curious. You ask thoughtful questions, dig beneath surface-level responses, and genuinely enjoy understanding people's motivations and capabilities.
Technically adventurous. You're comfortable using AI and modern recruiting technology, experimenting with new tools, and finding better ways to work.
Empathetic but discerning. You build trust quickly and treat people with care while maintaining the judgment to recognize misalignment and ask difficult questions.
Confident and collaborative. You can form an opinion, explain your reasoning, and respectfully challenge a hiring manager or leader when you see something differently.
Adaptable and accountable. You're comfortable with ambiguity, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of outcomes without needing constant direction.
Travel is required for this role.
What You Bring
3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with demonstrated success independently managing searches from sourcing through offers.
A strong track record of proactively identifying, attracting, and hiring exceptional talent across multiple functions.
Proven sourcing and interviewing skills, including the ability to assess candidates beyond traditional qualifications.
Experience partnering directly with hiring managers and influencing hiring decisions.
Hands-on experience using AI-powered sourcing tools, recruiting platforms, and technology to improve recruiting outcomes.
Excellent communication, organization, and candidate relationship management skills.
The ability to manage multiple searches and competing priorities independently.
Experience recruiting in a fast-moving technology company or startup is preferred.
Experience recruiting technical talent is a plus.
We care more about your judgment, initiative, and demonstrated ability to find exceptional people than whether you've followed a traditional recruiting career path.
What Success Looks Like
You consistently identify and attract exceptional candidates who raise the bar for what Fulcrum can accomplish.
Hiring managers trust your judgment and see you as a genuine partner in making hiring decisions.
You independently manage searches from start to finish while delivering an excellent candidate experience.
You use AI, automation, and creative problem-solving to make recruiting more effective and efficient.
You proactively improve our hiring processes and take increasing ownership of the recruiting function, allowing the Head of People to focus on broader company priorities.
Compensation & Benefits
$90,000 - $120,000 base salary + equity
401(k) matching after 90 days with immediate vesting
Health, dental, and vision benefits
Wellbeing benefits and perks
Unlimited vacation policy with required minimum vacation days
Cell phone and internet plan coverage
We're not here to make incremental improvements to the way things have always been done. We're here to rethink what's possible.
That takes people who are curious, ambitious, and excited to figure things out that haven't been figured out before.
If that sounds like you, we'd love to build with you.
