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Maintenance Engineering Solutions

Maintenance Engineering Solutions (MES) is a specialized recruitment and workforce solutions partner dedicated to maintenance, reliability, and production functions across North American manufacturing. The firm connects industry needs with highly experienced maintenance and reliability subject matter experts (SMEs) for short- and long-term project work while also delivering rigorous direct hire recruitment for permanent roles. Drawing on deep domain expertise in reliability-centered maintenance, MES supplements client teams with senior practitioners who drive culture change, implement best practices, apply analytics, coach on work management, and lead program implementation against clearly defined scopes. For permanent placement, MES manages the full recruiting lifecycle from intake through screening, interview coordination, and offer support, leveraging internal reliability professionals to vet candidates on both technical capability and behavioral fit—ensuring quality over quantity and accelerating time-to-fill for hard-to-hire roles. Typical placements span maintenance electricians, maintenance planners, reliability engineers, maintenance and production supervisors, and other critical plant technical positions. Clients value MES for transparency, loyalty to both candidate and customer, and a no-upsell approach that focuses on long-term relationships and measurable operational outcomes. Whether engaging independent contractors to close capability gaps or hiring permanent staff to stabilize teams, MES aligns talent to business goals to reduce downtime, improve asset performance, and optimize maintenance and reliability operations. Positioned as a one-stop support resource for clients and independent professionals alike, the company creates a win-win partnership model grounded in real-world manufacturing experience. MES operates exclusively as a talent and advisory partner and does not provide licensed professional engineering services as defined by applicable state statutes.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingSOW/ProjectsAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseElectrical EngineeringIndustrial AutomationIndustrial & Manufacturing

HQDurham, United States

Precision Employment Group

Precision Employment Group delivers innovative and flexible labor solutions to employers that need reliable talent on demand across clerical, light industrial, hospitality, and construction roles. The firm provides temporary staffing, temp-to-hire pathways, direct-placement recruiting, and vendor-on-premise/managed services designed to align with each customers operational goals, whether staffing an assembly line at scale or securing a handful of forklift operators for a short-term assignment. As a solutions-based provider, Precision Employment partners with clients to increase quality, efficiency, and profitability through traditional cost-plus models as well as tailored price-per-unit and productivity-based options. Its Certified Staffing Professionals emphasize rigorous risk management and core HR practices, combining employment-law knowledge with robust screening that includes reference checks and verification of work authorization in the U.S. Clients benefit from 24/7 service with on-call staff ready to respond to changing needs, and from a commitment to equal employment opportunity that supports safe, fair, and inclusive workplaces. Senior management is actively involved in daily operations and applies more than 50 years of combined staffing-industry experience to craft strategic workforce solutions and improve workforce outcomes. With locations in Atlanta, Georgia, and Dallas, Texas, Precision Employment Group supports regional employers with scalable programs that can be deployed on-site to manage fluctuating volumes, stabilize productivity, and reduce time-to-fill across high-demand functions. The company also promotes a positive image of client brands in the workforce and community by engaging, supporting, and valuing the temporary employees it places each day, recognizing that satisfied teams create measurable value. For candidates, the organization offers access to a broad range of opportunities and a responsive application process through its jobs portal, helping people find work quickly while meeting the performance expectations of its customers.

Temporary StaffingPermanent RecruitmentMSPAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseTravel & Tourism OperationsEvent PlanningResidential Development

HQDallas, United States

Protingent

Protingent is a specialized engineering and technology staffing partner that connects highcaliber technical talent with leading companies to power business and career growth. Headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with additional presence serving Portland and the Bay Area/Silicon Valley, the firm focuses on delivering contract, contracttohire, and direct hire solutions across product development and core engineering functions. Protingents recruiters bring deep technical roots to roles spanning hardware engineering, embedded software, robotics, cloud computing, AI, telecommunications, semiconductor, software/SaaS, IT infrastructure, QA/testing, CAD/drafting, project and program management, and related disciplines. Their industry experience extends across aerospace and space, renewable energy, nuclear, medical devices, consumer electronics, eCommerce, and government/DoD initiativessupporting missioncritical initiatives where speed, precision, and compliance matter. Clients rely on Protingent for rapid shortterm surge capacity and longerterm team buildouts, supported by rigorous screening, honest assessments, and smooth contractor onboarding that stakeholders repeatedly cite in testimonials for reliability and quality. Candidates value the agencys consultative approach, competitive benefits, and access to meaningful work where they can make a real contribution. Recognized for excellence with Best of Staffing awards for both Client and Talent Satisfaction in 2025, Protingent pairs a robust national job portal with dedicated employer services designed to reduce downtime, mitigate compliance risk, and accelerate product roadmaps. By cultivating strong, longterm relationships in the engineering community and maintaining an uptodate understanding of emerging technologiesfrom IoT and embedded systems to cloud and AIthe company consistently submits highly qualified professionals who fit both technical requirements and team culture. Whether building a specialized engineering squad for a new program, backfilling critical infrastructure roles, or securing niche expertise for regulated environments, Protingent delivers the talent, responsiveness, and followthrough that keep complex technology initiatives moving forward.

Contract StaffingPermanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceIndustrial AutomationHospital & Health Care (Nursing)Physicians

HQBellevue, United States

Fasco Employment, Inc.

Fasco Employment, Inc. is a multigenerational, family-run staffing partner known for responsive service and carefully matched placements that help employers keep operations running smoothly and efficiently. Clients highlight the firm’s ability to send candidates who fit the job and the culture, its willingness to learn each client’s processes, and its persistence in working through projects until completion—qualities reflected in testimonials from organizations such as Ervin Industries, Michigan Agricultural Commodities, and Uniloy. Drawing on nearly seven decades of continuous service and welcoming its third generation of leadership, Fasco provides a full spectrum of workforce solutions spanning temporary assignments, contract/project staffing, and direct-hire recruitment, with many engagements leading to successful temp-to-hire conversions. The company’s approach emphasizes listening to client needs at every level, screening candidates thoroughly for reliability and skill, and maintaining close communication throughout the engagement to ensure consistent quality and timely delivery. This hands-on model is particularly well suited to industrial and manufacturing environments, agricultural operations, and other settings where safety, productivity, and workforce flexibility are critical. Whether filling high-volume production roles, supporting seasonal peaks, or securing hard-to-find specialists, Fasco aligns its recruiting, onboarding, and employee support practices to each employer’s standards, minimizing downtime and turnover while improving retention. For job seekers, the firm offers access to reputable regional employers, clear expectations, and ongoing support, as reflected in its published “Benefits of Being a Fasco Employee.” As it reopens in mid-January 2025, Fasco Employment, Inc. remains committed to personalized service, deep local relationships, and dependable results—continuing a long-standing tradition of helping companies build strong teams and helping people find meaningful work.

Temporary StaffingContract StaffingPermanent RecruitmentAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseIndustrial AutomationFarmingFood Processing

HQAdrian, United States

TKT & Associates

TKT & Associates is a certified minority- and woman-owned workforce strategy and sourcing partner founded in 2006 by Tierra Kavanaugh and headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, with additional offices in Tampa and Dallas. The firm helps global and emerging brands align inclusive talent strategies with business growth through a blend of consulting, staffing, and managed services delivered via its specialty divisions: TKT Consulting, Astute Sourcing, TKTKonnect, and TKT Collaborative. Its capabilities span direct and permanent placement, contingency and temporary staffing, and recruitment process outsourcing, complemented by workforce MSP and time-and-materials SOW programs, spend management, and business process outsourcing. TKT also provides DEI strategy, supplier and workforce diversity management, workforce management, and creative and innovation advisory to build robust, diverse pipelines. Recognized by Forbes Fast 50 and the Inc. 5000 with a Top 20 U.S. ranking, the company reports more than $4 billion in managed projects and has served as a Tier I supplier to Toyota for over two decades. TKT’s labor categories cover professional, engineering, light industrial, administrative, and construction roles, enabling delivery across manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, public sector, and education among others; notable client relationships include brands such as Toyota, GE, Humana, and Omni Hotels & Resorts. The firm’s inclusive approach is supported by digital enablement through TKTKonnect to streamline and mitigate risk, a candidate career portal for job seekers, and a recruiting partnership program that extends reach to a global database. Deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, TKT helps organizations design, execute, and measure initiatives that drive return on inclusion while meeting federally required and self-imposed supplier and workforce diversity goals. From high-volume contingent needs to strategic leadership hires and programmatic RPO or MSP, TKT & Associates connects where talent meets global opportunity.

Permanent RecruitmentRPOMSPAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseMedical DevicesHealthcare AdministrationMental Health Care

HQLouisville, United States

Advance Services, Inc.

Advance Services, Inc. is a nationwide staffing partner built for essential operations that demand reliable people, safe performance, and fast results. For more than 30 years, the company has helped employers in food production, agriculture, manufacturing, assembly and machine operations, and warehousing and logistics keep shifts covered and productivity on track. With 50+ branch locations across the United States, Advance Services combines local market knowledge with scalable delivery to support needs ranging from five workers to 500. Their solutions span temporary staffing for peak demand and seasonal surges, professional placement/direct hire recruiting for critical full-time roles, and onsite workforce programs that streamline day-to-day coordination, compliance, and performance on the production floor. A safety-first culture underpins every engagement, with a strong focus on risk reduction, retention, and measurable results. Bilingual recruiting capabilities, compliance-ready teams, and rigorous onboarding help ensure workers arrive job-ready and contribute from day one. Employers rely on Advance Services for light industrial, production, logistics, and clerical/admin roles, as well as select professional placements, confident that the firm understands industry standards, regulatory requirements, and the urgency that comes with high-output environments. Job seekers benefit from weekly pay, real benefits, and support that doesnt quit, backed by a team known for responsive communication and smooth onboarding. Whether the challenge is stabilizing a high-volume facility, launching an onsite program, or securing hard-to-find production and logistics talent, Advance Services delivers a practical, no-drama approach focused on speed, safety, and staying power. Their commitment to real relationshipswith employers and candidates alikedrives consistent performance and long-term workforce wins across plants, warehouses, fields, and classrooms where dependable staffing makes the difference.

Temporary StaffingPermanent RecruitmentMSPFarmingFood ProcessingFishing & AquacultureFreight ForwardingAirlines & AviationMaritime

HQNorfolk, United States

Kosmos Corp

Kosmos Corp, operating as Kosmos Recruiting & Consulting, is a U.S.-based talent partner with more than 30 years of combined recruiting experience dedicated to matching high-caliber professionals with growth-minded organizations. Centered on full-time and remote opportunities, the firm blends rigorous search methodology with consultative insight to deliver leadership solutions that transform client organizations and the communities they serve. Kosmos supports a wide span of industry niches, including Legal roles such as Partner, General Counsel, Attorney, Paralegal, and Legal Secretary; Technology leadership and individual contributors from CTO to Software Engineer and Data Analyst; Marketing talent from Head of Marketing to Social Media specialists; Manufacturing and Engineering profiles including Director of Manufacturing, CNC Programmer, Senior Controls Engineer, Machine Shop Foreman, Mechanic, and Project Engineer; Health Care positions such as Dentist, RN Supervisor, and Research Associate; Construction roles spanning Superintendent, Project Manager, and Project Engineer; Biotechnology specialists including Director of Neuroscience, Scientist, and Research Associate; and Accounting professionals such as CPA, Audit Senior, and Senior Accountant. For candidates, Kosmos offers a streamlined experience with a searchable job board, guided application process, resume upload, and proactive updates when new roles align with their background, while providing coaching around compensation, benefits, and culture fit. For clients, the firm engages as a strategic partner, aligning on requirements and timelines to deliver curated shortlists across executive leadership through specialized individual contributors, with a focus on speed, quality, and long-term retention. Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kosmos combines national reach with specialized domain expertise, emphasizing a true match between skills, values, and organizational goals. Their approach is designed to be faster, smarter, and better—balancing data-driven screening with human judgment to consistently deliver enduring placements.

Permanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtContract StaffingSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceMental Health CareVeterinaryAutomotive

HQIrvine, United States

1 Resource Group Staffing

1 Resource Group Staffing is a U.S.-focused recruiting and staffing firm headquartered at 11111 Katy Freeway, Suite 910, Houston, Texas, that partners with employers and job seekers to make hiring efficient, effective, and enjoyable. Backed by more than 100 years of combined staffing experience, the team emphasizes understanding each clients environment and each candidates skills, aspirations, and personality to create precise matches that last. The firm supports nationwide hiring needs across direct hire, contract, and contract-to-direct (temp-to-perm) engagements, providing flexible solutions that align with project timelines, workforce planning, and budget requirements. Industry strengths span professional and technical roles as well as construction, industrial, and manufacturing talent, with proven success placing skilled, semiskilled, and entrylevel professionals across the United States. Clients benefit from sidebyside comparisons of current opportunities, objective guidance from knowledgeable consultants, and a responsive process designed to reduce time to hire without compromising quality. Candidates gain access to a broad range of openings, clear communication, and practical support that helps them present their qualifications effectively and advance their careers with confidence. Whether scaling a crew for a complex build, staffing a production line, or hiring technical specialists to support engineering and operations, 1 Resource Group Staffing brings market reach, diligence, and a service mindset to every search. The firms approach is grounded in relationships, aiming to provide consistent followthrough and measurable results for both employers and job seekers nationwide.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingTemporary StaffingAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseResidential DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateConstruction

HQHouston, United States

Jatca Inc

Jatca Inc is a Michigan-based staffing and recruitment firm that has partnered with employers and job seekers since 1999 to deliver agile, cost-effective talent solutions across technology-intensive and industrial sectors. Headquartered in Utica and serving clients locally and nationwide, the company specializes in direct placement, contract and contract-to-hire staffing, project-based consulting, and comprehensive payrolling programs, including options to payroll pre-identified employees with tailored benefits such as health insurance, paid vacation, retirement administration, and holidays. Jatca supports organizations ranging from Fortune 500 enterprises to family-owned businesses, placing senior executives, experienced managers, and highly skilled technical professionals. Its industry coverage spans automotive, aerospace, engineering and design, manufacturing and maintenance, finance and accounting, customer service, warehouse and distribution, information technology, marketing, and energy/oil/gas. The firms recruiters are trained to specialize by technical field and operate as an extension of the clients HR function, executing rigorous screening methodologies that include phone screens, face-to-face interviews, reference checks, drug screening, and background checks to streamline hiring and mitigate risk. Leveraging decades of market knowledge and an extensive network, Jatca focuses on uncovering passive candidates who are not actively searching, enabling clients to access scarce talent and gain competitive advantage. Whether clients need targeted local expertise or a comprehensive nationwide search, the team builds transparent, service-first partnerships anchored in integrity, responsiveness, and measurable results. For job seekers, Jatca offers a discreet, supportive process to match capabilities and career goals with compelling opportunities. For employers, the company provides flexible workforce strategies that scale with demand and reduce total cost of hire while maintaining compliance and quality. True to its credo of finding candidates others dont, Jatca delivers consistent outcomes through disciplined execution, technical specialization, and a commitment to long-term relationships.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingPayrolling/EORAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseTelecommunicationsCloud ComputingTelecom

HQUtica, United States

NorTech

NorTech is a Northeast Ohiobased nonprofit focused on advancing regional economic growth by helping businesses expand, relocate, and innovate across the Northeast Ohio Region. Acting as a collaborative convener and solution partner, the organization connects companies with the regions formidable assets: a workforce of 1.8 million, more than 25 higher education institutions producing 40,000+ annual graduates, and a business environment consistently ranked among the nations best for corporate investment, business climate, and quality of life. Through research and strategy services for businesses, NorTech equips decision-makers with market intelligence, regional data and reports, and the Vibrant Economy Indicators to guide investment and workforce planning. Its talent and workforce initiatives align employers, educators, and public partners to build pipelines for in-demand skills, while its innovation cluster work accelerates growth in areas such as smart manufacturing and health innovation. The organization also supports international business expansion and provides guidance around sites and buildings, incentives, and introductions to NODE partners across the regions 18 counties. Backed by a network of corporate and institutional investors and partners that includes global enterprises and leading universities such as EY, Eaton, Sherwin-Williams, KeyBank, FirstEnergy, Westfield, Dominion Energy, Kent State University, and the University of Akron, NorTech leverages publicprivate collaboration to drive sustainable, inclusive growth. Businesses benefit from a region that is #3 in corporate investment, a top 5 state for overall business climate, and a top-ranked quality of lifeadvantages strengthened by logistics access to 50% of the U.S. population within a days drive. From data-driven strategy to talent solutions and innovation ecosystem connections, NorTech provides everything growing companies need to evaluate opportunities, de-risk expansion, and scale with confidence in Northeast Ohio.

SOW/ProjectsTotal Talent MgmtRPOAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseHealthcare AdministrationMental Health CareVeterinary

HQCleveland, United States

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