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Surge Staffing

Surge Staffing is a U.S.-based staffing and workforce solutions provider headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, recognized for connecting real people with real opportunities across a broad range of industries. Operating through a network of more than 200 branches in 23 states, the company specializes in high-volume, fast-turnaround talent delivery for manufacturing, automotive, logistics, packaging, hospitality, professional, technology, and life sciences employers. With over 57 years of experience, Surge combines people-first service with data analytics and industry-leading AI to streamline sourcing, screening, onboarding, and workforce management at scale. Clients engage Surge for flexible temporary staffing and temp-to-hire pipelines, employer-of-record payrolling for client-selected workers, and managed workforce programs supported by the Surge Vendor Management System (VMS) that enhances visibility, compliance, and supplier coordination. A rigorous quality intake processinterviews, reference checks, and background and drug screeningsensures candidates meet role requirements from entry-level light industrial roles such as assembly, picking and packing, forklift operation, and quality inspection to skilled professionals including engineers, IT specialists, architects, and medical manufacturing technicians, as well as customer-facing hospitality staff. Candidates benefit from an intuitive digital experience via the SURGE App for job discovery, applications, onboarding, and assignment access, while ePortal provides employers 24/7 control over timesheets, workforce workflows, billing, performance reporting, and W2 access for employees. Surge augments program performance with forecasting, staffing analytics, and continuous feedback loops to improve fill rates and retention, and offers benefits such as health coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off for eligible temporary employees. The organization also supports secure employment and income verification through an online process, helping partners maintain compliance. By aligning local branch expertise with centralized technology and program governance, Surge delivers dependable staffing outcomes, scalable workforce programs, and measurable business value for companies seeking agility, operational continuity, and a reliable pipeline of qualified talent.

Temporary StaffingPayrolling/EORMSPAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseWarehousingDistributionPublic Transit

HQColumbus, United States

Comal Services

Comal Services is a specialized recruiting and consulting firm focused on delivering hard-to-find talent in engineering, field support operations, and skilled trades. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, and serving employers across the United States, the firm concentrates on roles such as field technicians, instrumentation and electrical technicians, equipment operators, pipeline personnel, safety professionals, plant operators, electricians, welders, compressor mechanics and operators, as well as clerical administrative support. Their niche-based, analytics-driven, multi-step process is designed to identify, qualify, and vet candidates with precision, ensuring clients fill critical roles efficiently and effectively while maintaining high standards for quality and safety. The company builds and sustains a deep bench of vetted consultants and skilled contractors, enabling rapid response and placement for specialized and high-demand assignments in energy, construction, and industrial environments. For candidates, Comal Services emphasizes a streamlined experience anchored by a single point of contact with an experienced recruiter, weekly and on-time payroll, and robust benefits offered through its PEO partner, including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, caregiver support, and savings and 401(k) plans. Most placements require standard drug and background checks, and the firm proactively manages transitions when assignments or projects near completion to support continuous employment. Clients value Comal Services for its practical market knowledge, focus on safety and compliance, and ability to deliver vetted professionals who contribute immediately on site. With curated job listings across engineering, field operations, and construction, along with a transparent process for both employers and candidates, Comal Services positions itself as a dependable partner that combines quality, speed, and reliable delivery to meet evolving workforce needs.

Contract StaffingTemporary StaffingPermanent RecruitmentOil & GasRenewable EnergyMiningChemical ManufacturingElectrical EngineeringIndustrial Automation

HQHouston, United States

Ron's Staffing

Ron’s Staffing Services, Inc. is a Chicago-area light industrial staffing partner with roots dating back to 1984, focused on helping employers build reliable, productive, and safe workforces. Serving businesses of all sizes across the region, the firm delivers flexible staffing solutions that cover short-term surges, seasonal peaks, and ongoing needs, pairing clients with dependable talent for roles including warehouse associates, line leads, forklift operators, general labor, distribution staff, packaging and shipping teams, and cold storage specialists, as well as seasonal holiday packaging support. Beyond light industrial, Ron’s Staffing also supports hospitality and restaurant operations, supplying dishwashers, prep cooks, and line cooks who can perform with consistency in fast-paced environments. Their service model goes well beyond placements: the company emphasizes “fit” and performance through structured employee selection, testing, evaluations, and job training, and reinforces workforce readiness and risk reduction with robust employee safety training. Ron’s demonstrates a strong compliance posture, publicly committing to the Illinois Temporary Workers Fairness and Safety Act and the Day and Temporary Labor Services Act, including issuing assignment notices, informing temporary employees of strikes or lockouts with a right to refuse assignments, and tracking longer engagements to meet fair pay obligations after 90 days within a calendar year. With more than three decades of experience in industrial labor settings, the team is known for responsiveness, bilingual support (Se Habla Español), and a consultative approach aimed at boosting productivity and reliability from day one. Clients value the agency’s local expertise, candidate care, and emphasis on safety and HR best practices, while candidates benefit from accessible application paths and steady opportunities across trusted Chicago-area employers. Consistently recognized by customer testimonials for exceptional service and results, Ron’s Staffing remains dedicated to building teams that show up prepared, perform safely, and contribute to long-term operational success.

Temporary StaffingContract StaffingPayrolling/EORAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseRailroadTruckingWarehousing

HQNorthbrook, United States

Unlocking Greatness Staffing, Inc.

Unlocking Greatness Staffing, Inc. is an Illinois-based, minority-owned staffing firm headquartered at 664 N. Milwaukee Ave, Prospect Heights, serving employers nationwide with a focused mix of temporary/contract and direct hire solutions across administrative, IT, and general production and manufacturing functions. Led by President Zenja Glass and certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) by the Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council, the company blends a 30+ year collective recruiting track record with an honest, diligent approach to matching talent with opportunity. In office and IT environments, the firm supplies temporary/contract and direct hire professionals such as IT programmers, executive administrative assistants, support and inclusion specialists, and configuration installers. In industrial operations, it concentrates on high-skill direct hire roles including maintenance mechanics, CNC machinists, production supervisors, process technicians, and field service technicians—explicitly focusing on direct hire rather than temporary arrangements in manufacturing to align with client workforce strategies and candidate career goals. Clients engage Unlocking Greatness Staffing for responsive search execution, curated shortlists, and clear communication throughout the hiring lifecycle, while candidates benefit from guidance designed to empower long-term professional growth. The company’s mission extends beyond staffing into community impact, with ongoing support for organizations such as Make-A-Wish Foundation, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Cherish House (Reclaim13), Destiny Rescue, and USA for UNHCR, and it encourages donors to contribute directly to maximize impact. With scalable coverage across the United States and a boutique, relationship-first delivery model, Unlocking Greatness Staffing, Inc. helps employers close skill gaps quickly and confidently, whether the need calls for flexible project-based support in corporate and IT settings or strategic, permanent talent in production and manufacturing environments.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingTemporary StaffingSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceChemical ManufacturingElectrical EngineeringIndustrial Automation

HQProspect Heights, United States

HireQuest

HireQuest is a diversified staffing and recruiting platform that unites a family of specialized brands to deliver flexible, scalable workforce solutions across the United States and internationally. With 400+ offices around the globe and franchise operations in 47 states plus Washington, D.C., the company combines local market expertise with national reach to support employers through seasonal surges, project ramp-ups, and strategic hires. Its brands include HireQuest Direct, a leading provider of on-demand and temporary staffing for unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled roles; Snelling, known nationwide for exceptional temporary and direct-hire recruiting across light industry, logistics, IT, healthcare, administration, and executive search; TradeCorp, a long-standing partner to construction and light industrial worksites focused on advancing careers in the skilled trades; MRINetwork, a global network of talent advisors with 200+ firms in over 40 countries delivering executive search and professional recruiting; HireQuest Health, a trusted partner in healthcare staffing dedicated to connecting talent and transforming care; and DriverQuest, a DOT and Clearinghouse-registered provider of temporary and direct-hire drivers and transportation support staff, including CDL and non-CDL professionals, dispatchers, and mechanics. Through this portfolio, HireQuest delivers temporary staffing, direct-hire recruitment, and executive search solutions that span light industrial, construction, transportation and logistics, healthcare, IT, and administrative functions. Its franchise-first model empowers local ownership and service while leveraging centralized tools, compliance, and best practices, enabling consistent quality, speed, and safety across markets. Clients benefit from a single point of access to a broad spectrum of talentranging from on-demand crews and skilled tradespeople to clinical professionals and senior leadersbacked by experienced leadership with more than two centuries of combined industry expertise. Headquartered at 111 Springhall Drive, Goose Creek, SC, HireQuest focuses on building long-term partnerships with businesses and candidates, delivering tailored staffing strategies that help organizations hire smarter and work stronger.

Temporary StaffingPermanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseWarehousingDistributionPublic Transit

HQGoose Creek, United States

Sure Recruitment Group

Sure Recruitment Group is a locally owned recruitment and training provider serving Greater Glasgow, Central Scotland and Northern Ireland with a genuinely 24/7, 365-day service. The firm specialises in the transport, logistics and wider supply chain sectors and supports adjacent blue-collar operations across food and drink production and industrial warehousing. Through dedicated divisions—Logistics & Driving, Industrial & Warehouse, and Food & Drink—the company supplies HGV and van drivers, travelling crew and porters, transport office and management staff, forklift operators, warehouse operatives, production line workers, bottling hall teams, machine operators, hand packers, labellers, rework staff, quality supervisors and stores personnel on temporary, contract and permanent bases. Its Food & Drink operation is GLAA-licensed, and all terms of business are aligned to Recruitment & Employment Confederation model documents, underscoring a best-in-class approach to legal compliance, right-to-work assurance and worker protections. Logistics is treated as a specialist discipline at Sure, with consultants trained in drivers’ hours, working time and O-licence requirements; many hold HGV, Driver CPC or Operator CPC credentials, strengthening practical understanding of client operations. The business complements recruitment with robust onboarding, online timesheet workflows and payroll support, plus access to training and development, including compliance training tailored to each division. Trusted by major local and national transport brands, Sure Recruitment matches the round-the-clock cadence of logistics and warehousing with separate on-call coverage, rapid response and a local branch network in Glasgow, Livingston, Coatbridge and Belfast. In Northern Ireland, the group delivers permanent, contract and temporary workforce solutions for both private and public sector organisations. Proud members of the Freight Transport Association, the team emphasizes common-sense solutions, transparent communication and sustained retention, helping clients keep critical operations running smoothly while offering candidates fair opportunities and clear career guidance. This hands-on, locally grounded service ethos has made Sure Recruitment a recruitment partner of choice across the region’s logistics, warehousing and food processing supply chains.

Temporary StaffingPermanent RecruitmentContract StaffingSupply Chain ManagementFreight ForwardingAirlines & AviationPublic TransitFarmingFood Processing

HQGlasgow, United Kingdom

Dawson

Dawson is a Columbus, Ohiobased workforce solutions company with more than 75 years of experience helping employers build teams and job seekers find meaningful work. Founded in 1946, the firm has grown from its postWorld War II roots into a nationwide recruiting partner serving organizations across diverse sectors through a blend of tailored staffing and human capital solutions. Dawson supports hiring for office and administrative roles, customer service and contact center operations, manufacturing and distribution environments, marketing and creative teams, accounting and finance functions, legal departments, information technology, and healthcare positions. Its services span temporary staffing and flexible workforce deployment, direct hire recruitment for key permanent roles, and enterprise programs including MSP + VMS to streamline contingent labor, supported by additional HR solutions and national recruiting capabilities. Dawsons industry reach includes ecommerce, professional and business services, distribution and logistics, finance and banking, manufacturing, healthcare, construction, automotive, insurance, retail brands, agencies, and bio/pharma, enabling the firm to address varied workforce needs from the production floor to the back office and from clinical settings to digital and creative teams. With a focus on service quality, candidate care, and speed to hire, Dawson blends rigorous screening and market insight with a people-first approach that emphasizes long-term fit, retention, and community impact. The firms recruiters are known for clear communication and guidance throughout the hiring journey, and Dawson extends its mission beyond business through community workforce programs and local engagement initiatives. Whether clients need high-volume staffing, specialized talent searches, or programmatic workforce management, Dawson brings an experienced, awardwinning team, modern recruiting tools, and proven processes to deliver the right talent quickly and reliably.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingMSPAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseHealthcare AdministrationMental Health CareVeterinary

HQColumbus, United States

AEPartners

AEPartners is a specialist energy recruitment firm connecting top talent with leading companies across North America and beyond. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, with additional presence in Delaware, Midland, Calgary, Boston, Minot, and Michigan, the firm delivers a personal, people-first approach tailored to each clients needs and aligned with candidates aspirations. With decades of sector expertise, AEPartners supports organizations across the energy value chain and adjacent industrial markets through flexible hiring models, including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and contract solutions. Its service portfolio spans permanent recruitment for critical white-collar and technical roles, temporary and contract staffing to scale field and project workforces, and executive search and board advisory to secure senior leadership and governance capability. AEPartners partners with some of the industrys most reputable brands, leveraging deep market knowledge, a collaborative consultative process, and a rigorous focus on safety, compliance, and quality to deliver talent at speed without compromising fit. The team works closely with hiring managers to define role requirements, calibrate candidate profiles, and streamline processes that reduce time-to-hire while improving retention. For candidates, AEPartners provides clear guidance, timely feedback, and access to opportunities across operations, engineering, manufacturing, and leadership. The company complements its delivery with resources such as AEPortal for learning and engagement and offers contractor support elements like insurance guidance to simplify onboarding. Testimonials from both clients and placed professionals highlight responsiveness, reliability, and results, reflecting AEPartners commitment to long-term relationships and measurable outcomes. Whether staffing complex projects, building core teams, or appointing senior executives, AEPartners brings discipline-specific insight and a robust network to help energy and industrial organizations grow with confidence.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingExec Search & Interim MgmtOil & GasRenewable EnergyMiningConsumer Goods ManufacturingIndustrial MachineryChemical Manufacturing

HQHouston, United States

KB Search Team

KB Search Team is a woman-owned executive search and direct hire recruitment firm headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, known for forging enduring client and candidate relationships that drive better business outcomes. Since 2009, the firm has focused on professional and technical roles within the manufacturing and engineering ecosystem, successfully placing talent across more than 37 U.S. states and internationally. Backed by over 140 years of combined recruiting experience, KB Search Team delivers tailored solutions through contingency, contained (engaged), and retained search models, aligning the level of commitment and resources to the criticality, complexity, and urgency of each assignment. Their core expertise spans executive leadership, operations/manufacturing, engineering, quality, materials and purchasing, finance and accounting, sales and marketing, and human resources, with complementary practices in nonprofit leadership and healthcare administration. As a member of the Top Echelon Network, the firm leverages a nationwide partner ecosystem of 1,000+ recruiters to broaden reach and accelerate results while maintaining the personalized, high-touch service of a boutique search practice. Clients value KB Search Teams transparent process, data-informed decision making, and rigorous evaluation that goes beyond resumes to assess values alignment, culture fit, and leadership impact; they are known for on-site discovery, thoughtful candidate shortlists, proactive communication, and meticulous offer and onboarding support. Their commitment to service after the sale includes maintaining close contact post-placement to ensure long-term success and retention. With a reputation for integrity, responsiveness, and market insight, KB Search Team serves growth-oriented organizationsfrom mid-market manufacturers to mission-driven nonprofitsseeking professionals who can improve operations, strengthen leadership teams, and scale performance, while providing candidates with candid guidance and opportunities aligned to their skills, aspirations, and values.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentTotal Talent MgmtAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseHospital & Health Care (Nursing)PhysiciansPharmaceuticals

HQFort Wayne, United States

SNELLING PERSONNEL SERVICES

Snelling Personnel Services is a nationally recognized staffing and recruiting firm that has connected exceptional people with exceptional opportunities since 1951. Backed by more than 80 offices serving clients from coast to coast, the company blends an awardwinning heritage with industryleading technology to deliver responsive, highquality workforce solutions. Snelling partners with employers to address immediate talent needs as well as longterm leadership requirements, offering services that range from executive search to onsite staffing programs that manage critical workforce components such as onboarding, safety and skills training, timekeeping, and payroll. Its consultants support a broad mix of disciplinesengineering; finance and accounting; healthcare and medical; hospitality; human resources; information technology; legal; logistics; manufacturing and light industrial; marketing, sales and business development; and office, clerical and administrativeallowing clients to scale teams for both basic business needs and highly skilled specialties. With a peoplefirst philosophy, Snelling emphasizes quality assurance and communication, building strong relationships with employers and job seekers to ensure precise fit, reduced turnover, and improved productivity. The firms national reach combined with local market knowledge enables tailored solutions that reflect each clients operating environment and goals, while its candidate advocacy helps professionals navigate searches efficiently and confidently. Whether a company needs to stand up a contingent workforce on site, fill hardtofind technical roles, or conduct a discreet executive search, Snelling applies proven processes and modern recruiting tools to accelerate hiring without compromising standards. Decades of experience, a collaborative approach, and a commitment to measurable outcomes have made Snelling one of the nations most trusted staffing partners for organizations seeking dependable talent and for candidates pursuing meaningful careers.

Temporary StaffingPermanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseCloud ComputingTelecomHospital & Health Care (Nursing)

HQGoose Creek, United States

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