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Cox Professional Resources Inc.

Cox Professional Resources, Inc. (CPRI) is a specialist recruiting firm based in Lisle, Illinois, focused on sourcing and placing missioncritical engineering, technical, operations, and support talent for the manufacturing, design, and construction industries. With over 30 years of experience, the firm partners with Fortune 100 enterprises as well as small and mid-sized organizations to deliver high-caliber professionals who accelerate project execution and operational performance. CPRI operates primarily on a contingency basisfees are due only upon a successful hireand also provides retained search for especially difficult or time-sensitive roles, reflecting its philosophy that quality and speed are essential to value. The firms deep technical scope spans Mechanical, Civil, Structural, Electrical/Electronic, Product/Machine Design, Architectural, Manufacturing/Process, HVAC/Piping, Firmware/Software, Chemical Process, Tooling/Industrial, Instrumentation & Control, Plant Engineering, Construction, Applications, Technical Sales, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and Executive Search. CPRIs publicly available Talent Rosters highlight professionals available for permanent employment across product design, manufacturing, process industries, and MEP and construction disciplines, including leaders and individual contributors in areas such as medical devices, consumer products, industrial automation, transportation infrastructure, water/wastewater, and building systems. Clients rely on CPRI for its rigorous screening, sector fluency, and consultative approach that aligns role requirements with candidate capabilities in CAD/CAE, industrial automation, embedded and power electronics, quality systems, continuous improvement, and capital project delivery. From plant engineering and process optimization to civil, structural, and MEP design for public and private projects, CPRIs focused networks and market insight enable it to present shortlists quickly and accurately, protecting client time while elevating hiring outcomes. Headquartered at 3333 Warrenville Road, Suite 200, Lisle, IL 60532, CPRI remains committed to long-term partnerships built on responsiveness, integrity, and measurable results.

Permanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtContract StaffingAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseInterior DesignSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurity

HQLisle, United States

Strive Staffing Minnesota

Strive Staffing Minnesota is a Minneapolis-based staffing partner that believes opportunity should be inclusive and that purpose-driven hiring creates stronger, more loyal workforces. Guided by founder Marcel Hofkers mission to give opportunities to those not accustomed to getting them, the firm focuses on supplying dependable, accountable talent across hospitality and events, janitorial and stadium operations, snow removal, light industrial roles, and manufacturing environments. Strive builds reliable overnight cleaning crews for major Twin Cities venues and provides banquet servers, dishwashers, and event support staff to top catering and event companies, while also connecting machine operators, customer service representatives, and food service reps to steady shifts with temp-to-hire pathways, including union roles. A practical, worker-first scheduling approach lets employees choose shifts via weekly postings, helping people fit work around life and ensuring clients receive consistent coverage during weekends, peak seasons, weather events, and special occasions. For employers, Strive delivers fast-response staffing, scalable rosters, and solid attendance with an emphasis on productivity and pride in workmanship; for candidates, it offers a clear path to earn immediately, build skills, and transition from temporary assignments into long-term, often unionized, careers. The company manages recruiting, screening (including background checks where required), onboarding, and on-site coordination so hiring teams can stay focused on operations. Its inclusive model welcomes individuals with unconventional resumes, including justice-impacted talent ready to reset and succeed, pairing opportunity with coaching, clear expectations, and consistent communication. Many assignments are accessible by public transportation and may include overtime, and success stories frequently progress from temp-to-hire placements into stable factory and union roles. Centered in downtown Minneapolis and serving employers across Minnesota, Strive Staffing Minnesota partners with organizations that value reliable, purpose-led teams and with job seekers who want to start earning, be recognized for their effort, and build a career.

Temporary StaffingContract StaffingPermanent RecruitmentHotel ManagementCulinary ArtsTravel & Tourism OperationsElectrical EngineeringIndustrial AutomationFashion & Apparel

HQMinneapolis, United States

Vald Staffing

Vald Staffing is a U.S.-based staffing agency dedicated to the warehouse and distribution sector, helping companies overcome hiring challenges by providing the right person for the right job across 12 states including New Jersey, California, Florida, Texas, Illinois, Georgia, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, and South Carolina. With more than five years of experience, 50+ client partners, and a workforce of over 1,500 employees, the firm combines sector-specific know-how with rigorous recruitment processes to deliver reliable, scalable teams. Its end-to-end solution spans temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire placements, while also administering payroll with weekly on-time payments, handling workers compensation, and carrying liability insurance for warehouse operations to reduce client risk and administrative burden. Vald Staffings recruiting methodology emphasizes quality and compliance: candidates are pre-screened through background checks and multi-stage interviews, skill-tested through practical assessments, and completely checked with references, employment eligibility confirmed via E-Verify, and drug/background screening as requested. The agency supplies a broad range of roles tailored to warehouse operations and last-mile delivery, including general labor, warehouse associates, line leaders, scanner/labeler, quality and inventory controllers, dispatchers, forklift and reach truck operators, order pickers, turret and electric pallet jack operators, Drexel swing forklift operators, delivery and cargo van drivers, as well as clerical staff, warehouse supervisors, and operations managers. For talent, Vald Staffing offers weekly pay, access to work training to build capabilities, and consistent communication to support engagement and retention. For clientsmany in e-commerce and consumer goods fulfillmentthe firms focus on speed, safety, and fit improves productivity and reduces turnover while minimizing labor and compliance risks. As an official member of the American Staffing Association, Vald Staffing adheres to industry best practices and continuously elevates standards, bringing a dependable, bilingual-capable recruiting engine to warehouse, distribution, and logistics environments.

Temporary StaffingPermanent RecruitmentPayrolling/EORSupply Chain ManagementFreight ForwardingAirlines & AviationFashion & ApparelFood & BeverageConsumer Electronics

HQPerth Amboy, United States

Hawkins HR Consulting

Hawkins HR Consulting is a Lexington, Kentuckybased recruiting and HR consulting firm known for its hands-on, full-service approach to talent acquisition and people strategy. Celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2025, the company partners closely with employers across the Bluegrass Region and throughout the United States, taking the time to visit client locations, collaborate directly with hiring managers, clarify technical and cultural requirements, support compensation analysis, and help craft precise job descriptions. Their full-service recruiting model covers all advertising, targeted sourcing, resume screening, candidate interviews, and, when requested, attendance at onsite interviews, followed by offer facilitation and start-date coordination. A free replacement guarantee underscores their commitment to fit and performance, while a strong ratio of candidates presented to offers reflects a philosophy of quality over quantity. The firm has successfully filled roles ranging from Plant Manager to entry level, including Sales Managers, Dental Office Managers, Controllers, HR Professionals, Software Developers, and Scientists, across states such as Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, California, Texas, Michigan, Florida, Missouri, North Carolina, Massachusetts, New York, Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia, Illinois, Minnesota, Alabama, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and South Carolina. Complementing recruitment, Hawkins HR Consulting provides robust HR consulting services, including employee relations, legal compliance, recruiting and retention strategies, orientation programs, policy and handbook creation, organizational development, compensation and benefits, HR department build-outs and audits, HR efficiency systems, leadership coaching, rewards and recognition programs, HR metrics, state incentive grant writing, safety and workers compensation programs, payroll administration, and succession planning/career coaching. The leadership team includes Karen Hawkins, SPHR, Owner/Recruiter/Consultant with 30 years of HR experience across manufacturing, spirits, IT security services, industrial engineering, non-profit, healthcare, financial services, equine, media, education, marketing, and landscaping; and Matt Hawkins, PHR, PMP, Owner/Sourcing Master/Technical Recruiter with 24 years in IT/software development and nine years in recruiting. Guided by the promise Recruiting and Coaching for the Competitive Edge, Hawkins HR Consulting acts as a true business partnerin it with clients from first conversation to successful hiresupported by an accessible job seeker portal and a central mailing address at 333 West Vine Street, Suite 300, Lexington, KY 40507.

Permanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtSOW/ProjectsAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseHealthcare AdministrationMental Health CareVeterinary

HQLexington, United States

Eclipse Human Resource Solutions

Eclipse Human Resource Solutions (Eclipse HR) is a Canadian people and performance partner focused on three core offerings: recruitment, contract HR support, and workforce training. Guided by the belief that inspired people drive organizational results, the firm blends practical HR expertise with robust capability building to help employers hire faster, develop stronger leaders, and elevate frontline performance. Through its Recruitment service, Eclipse HR applies its CheckMate vetting process to dramatically reduce hiring time while improving fit, supporting employers that need reliable permanent hires and select interim placements. HR:Today, the companys contract HR model, places a CHRP-certified HR specialist directly on the clients team to address immediate people needs spanning compliance, employee relations, performance systems, and talent programs. Complementing talent acquisition and HR operations, Eclipse HR delivers a catalogue of approximately 150 training programs built on a foundation of leadership, including Leadership Foundations, Management Success, Time and Stress Management, Communication Breakthrough, High Performance Team Development, and advanced leadership pathways. Its skills development portfolio extends to sales mastery, retail selling, customer service excellence, diversity and cultural programs, board training, and marketing. The firm is an Authorized Trainer for the BC Alliance for Manufacturing and offers industry-aligned programs for Manufacturing, Industry, Agrifoods, and facility operations, such as Production Workers Quality Control, Food Traceability, Refrigerator and Boiler Plant safety, and Agriculture Worker Level 1. Sector-specific certification tracks include Entry Level Labour Skills Certification for Construction and Manufacturing, hospitality and service facilities, and community and support worker programs, enabling employers to upskill new entrants and advance incumbent talent. With resources available across Vancouver and Vancouver Island and an emphasis on measurable outcomes, Eclipse HR integrates hiring, interim HR leadership, and practical training to build resilient teams in manufacturing, agrifoods, hospitality, and adjacent sectorshelping organizations accelerate hiring, engage employees, and unlock sustained performance gains.

Permanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtContract StaffingAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseFood ProcessingFishing & AquacultureHotel Management

HQNorth Vancouver, Canada

Pettit Staffing Services

Pettit Staffing Services is a Salem, Oregonbased staffing firm focused on connecting local employers with dependable talent and helping job seekers access meaningful opportunities. With over 30 combined years of human resource and temporary staffing experience, the team supports temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire needs across customer service, clerical, administrative, technical, and industrial roles. Led by owner and recruiter Christine Pettit, the company emphasizes hands-on service, transparent communication, and long-term partnerships within the community. Their candidate experience blends in-person support with a convenient online application, enabling applicants to submit information remotely, complete skills assessments, and access employee training resources. Pettit Staffings screening workflow is designed to promote compliance and readiness and can include I9 verification and EVerify, background checks, consented drug testing when applicable, and reference verification, helping employers reduce time-to-hire and improve retention. Job seekers receive practical guidancefrom resume creation to interview preparation and dress-for-success tipsso first-time entrants and experienced professionals alike can present their best. Employers rely on the firm for flexible workforce solutions that scale with demand, whether for short-term coverage, try-before-you-hire engagements, or strategic direct hires, and value the accessibility of a local partner whose phones are answered by a live person and who can accommodate after-hours coordination when needed. Headquartered at 333 High Street NE, Suite 104 in Salem, the company maintains an active job board and shares insights on work habits, skill building, and hiring trends through its articles and news updates. Grounded in community values and a commitment to service excellence, Pettit Staffing Services strives to be the best temporary staffing provider in its market and a trusted, long-term staffing partner for employers and job seekers throughout the region.

Temporary StaffingPermanent RecruitmentContract StaffingAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseTechnical WritingProject ManagementSoftware Development

HQSalem, United States

Integra Staff

Integra Staff is a locally owned staffing partner serving employers and job seekers throughout the MinnesotaWisconsin region from its Barron, WI office. The firm focuses on light industrial, skilled labor, manufacturing, and administrative roles, leveraging deep local networks to deliver responsive, customized solutions without the red tape of large national agencies. Employers rely on Integra Staff to source, vet, and deliver dependable talent and to build one-of-a-kind workforce plans aligned to operational goals. Service options include permanent placement pathways, temporary and contract assignments, and temp-to-hire models that reduce risk by enabling on-the-job evaluation before conversion. Payrolling services make Integra the employer of record, simplifying compliance and shifting employment risk while supporting flexible headcount strategies. For job seekers, a single application provides access to diverse local opportunities and a personalized process where staffing specialists discuss skills, values, and goals to ensure a true fit and the right pay. Candidates also receive salary guidance, skills testing and development opportunities, and qualifying benefits such as company-sponsored healthcare, commute assistance where available, direct deposit, and reloadable pay cards, along with sign-on and referral incentives. With streamlined applications and an OnTempWorks job board, Integra Staff combines fast response with personal attention for both clients and candidates. Coverage includes key hubs like Barron, WI and North Branch, MN, where the teams community roots and market knowledge consistently support reliable hiring outcomes. Whether filling critical shop-floor roles, stabilizing light industrial production, or supporting office administration, Integra Staff delivers local, flexible, and responsive staffing that scales with changing business needs while helping people secure better jobs close to home.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingPayrolling/EORAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseElectrical EngineeringIndustrial AutomationAll industries

HQBarron, United States

JSK Recruiting, Inc.

JSK Recruiting, Inc. is a Chicago-rooted recruiting firm dedicated to building dependable teams across manufacturing operations, supply chain, distribution, maintenance, engineering, and quality. Serving employers throughout the Midwest and beyond, the firm focuses on delivering vetted candidates who show up, fit in, and stick aroundmoving fast without the resume spam that frustrates busy hiring managers. With a team of 10 full-time recruiters, JSK invests upfront to understand each clients floor, processes, and culture, then manages the search end-to-end from intake through interviews, references, and offer acceptance. The approach is deliberately quality-first: clients typically see three to five aligned candidates within days, not weeks, and JSK is known for an exceptional offer acceptance rate and long tenure of placements. The firm fills talent across levelsfrom hands-on technical roles to leadershipcovering production supervisors and managers, plant managers, directors of operations, supply chain analysts, demand planners, logistics coordinators, distribution managers, process and project engineers, quality engineers, maintenance mechanics and technicians, reliability engineers, as well as food safety, quality assurance, sanitation, and EHS leaders. JSK brings particular strength in food, CPG, and broader industrial manufacturing, and works closely with employers to secure veteran talent that thrives in operations and supply chain environments; the team helps clients navigate veteran hiring advantages, including potential WOTC incentives. Known for clear communication, no ghosting, and no spray-and-pray tactics, JSK manages postings, outreach, scheduling, and candidate preparation so clients can focus on choosing between strong finalists. Their rigorous vetting includes fact-checking resumes and verifying references to ensure alignment on skills, motivation, and culture fit. Whether the need is a production leader to stabilize a critical shift, a maintenance technician to reduce downtime, a process engineer to drive yield improvements, or a quality leader to elevate standards, JSKs recruiting model is built to deliver reliable hires who contribute quickly and grow with the operation.

Permanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtContract StaffingAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseTruckingWarehousingDistribution

HQPark Ridge, United States

KAD Staffing

KAD Staffing is a full-service staffing firm dedicated to connecting manufacturers with high-caliber engineering and skilled trades professionals. Based in Brookfield, Wisconsin, the team brings practical knowledge of manufacturing environments and invests time up front to learn each clients operations, culture, and role requirements before launching a search. Their solutions span temporary staffing, temp-to-hire, and direct hire, giving employers flexible options to meet production peaks, evaluate on-the-job fit, and secure permanent talent when the timing is right. KAD Staffing emphasizes rigorous qualificationreviewing backgrounds, validating capabilities, and ensuring experience aligns with the demands of the roleso hiring managers receive concise shortlists of candidates who can contribute quickly and safely. For job seekers, the firm focuses on understanding individual strengths and long-term career objectives, then matching those goals to opportunities where they can build durable careers in engineering, manufacturing, and skilled trades. Candidates can engage by submitting a resume or completing an application and benefit from clear communication and support throughout screening and interview steps. Whether the need is a contractor to handle a surge in workload, a temp-to-hire technician who fits the teams pace and quality standards, or a direct hire engineer to drive operational improvements, KAD Staffing approaches every engagement with the aim of creating matches that last. Their localized presence, personal service, and commitment to qualifying candidates so clients dont have to help reduce time-to-fill, improve retention, and sustain productivity on the plant floor and beyond. By aligning employer expectations with candidate skills and career objectives, KAD Staffing delivers dependable, long-term talent solutions across engineering, skilled trades, and manufacturing roles.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingContract StaffingAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseElectrical EngineeringIndustrial AutomationEngineering

HQBrookfield, United States

Technical People

Technical People Staffing Solutions is a U.S.-based recruiting firm dedicated to connecting organizations with hard-to-find technical talent across engineering, IT, and other specialized technical disciplines. Founded in 2008 under the leadership of Sean Murphy, the company positions itself as a one-stop technical staffing solution, combining speed, reach, and rigor to meet the stringent hiring requirements typical of technical roles. Serving clients nationwide from its Chicago office at 332 S. Michigan Ave., Suite #121-T627, Chicago, IL 60604, and its Dallas area office at 1919 E. Melissa Rd., Suite 617, Melissa, TX 75454, Technical People delivers permanent recruitment and contract staffing while also offering a self-service contract staffing model that allows clients to payroll their own employees through the firm. This employer of record solution includes online timesheet submission and approval, workers compensation coverage, access to health insurance and other benefits, and full EOR compliance, enabling organizations to scale quickly without adding internal administrative burden. The firms recruiters focus exclusively on technical roles, leveraging an extensive network that includes both active job seekers and passive candidates who are open to new opportunities. Representative placements span CNC spring makers, quality control inspectors, wastewater treatment lab supervisors, sales applications engineers, and quality engineers, reflecting strength across industrial manufacturing, automation, metal forming, and broader engineering and IT functions. Employers can post jobs via the companys integrated job board presence and engage flexible or permanent hiring solutions, while candidates can apply directly and browse current openings online. Known for fast turnaround and targeted outreach, Technical People emphasizes fit, compliance, and project-aligned capability, supporting clients Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST, and operating as a responsive partner for both immediate and long-term talent needs across the United States.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingPayrolling/EORSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceDefenseConsumer Goods ManufacturingIndustrial Machinery

HQChicago, United States

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