Manufacturing Recruiting By In-House Recruiters Built For In-House Teams.
Helping Companies Find the Perfect-Fit Manufacturing Talent
We're not just another agency. We're former in-house manufacturing recruiters who know what it takes to find, hire, and keep the right people. From the plant floor to the front office, we connect you with talent that fits, stays, and helps your operation thrive.
Why We Started Industry Sage Recruiting
We spent decades inside manufacturing companies...reviewing resumes, sitting across the table from candidates, and feeling the same pressure you do to keep production moving.
We started Industry Sage Recruiting because we were frustrated watching too many agencies treat hiring like a numbers game, filling seats with warm bodies who'd disappear in six months.
We believe recruiting should be done differently.
By people who understand your work and respect it.
By professionals who know the difference between a decent fit and the right fit.
By partners who take ownership of results, just like you do.
Three Ways We Help You Hire With Confidence
We offer flexible engagement models so you can get the support you need, exactly when you need it.
1. Contingency Recruiting
Only pay when you hire. Ideal when you want targeted help sourcing and screening, without up-front commitment.
Key Features:
When to Choose This:
- You have a few key roles to fill
- You want a performance-based arrangement
2. Retained Search
Dedicated resources for specialized hires. An in-depth search with clear milestones and deliverables.
Key Features:
When to Choose This:
- You need a critical role filled
- You want guaranteed focus and priority
3. Fractional Embedded Recruiting
A flat monthly fee for hands-on recruiting support as if we're part of your team.
Key Features:
When to Choose This:
- You're juggling multiple openings
- You want guidance and continuous recruiting support
The Precision Placement Framework™
Recruiting for manufacturing isn't about blasting resumes or hoping the right person applies.
It's about a proven process that's engineered to deliver the right fit. Every time.
Role Blueprinting
We start by getting clarity on exactly what you need—beyond the job description.
Outcome:
A shared alignment blueprint on what great looks like.
Signal Sourcing
We don't wait around for applicants, we go where the talent is.
Outcome:
A robust pipeline of engaged, qualified candidates.
Select Slate
We present only the candidates we'd hire ourselves.
Outcome:
A shortlist you can trust.
Talent Mapping & Strategy
Next, we build a custom plan to find your ideal candidates.
Outcome:
A focused roadmap to source the right talent faster.
Aligned Assessment
More than checking boxes. We evaluate who will thrive long-term.
Outcome:
Confidence that every candidate we recommend is worth your time.
Offer Navigation
We help you move quickly and professionally to secure top talent.
Outcome:
A smooth close that sets everyone up for success.
Embedded Support
Our partnership doesn't end on start date.
Outcome:
A placement that sticks and a relationship that grows.
Where We Do Our Best Work
Manufacturing isn't just part of what we do...it's all we do. We recruit for every critical function that keeps your operation running.
Industries We Serve
Roles We Commonly Fill
Engineering & Technical
- Controls Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Electrical Engineer
- Process Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- CNC Programmer
- Field Service Engineer
Sales & Business Development
- Technical Sales Manager
- Account Executive
- Sales Engineer
- Business Development Manager
- Application Sales Engineer
Operations & Leadership
- Plant Manager
- Production Supervisor
- Maintenance Manager
- Supply Chain Manager
- Continuous Improvement
- Manager
- Operations Director
Marketing & Product
- Product Manager
- Technical Marketing Specialist
- Marketing Manager
- Field Marketing
- Media and Events
Don't see your exact role listed? We've likely recruited for it. Let's talk.
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“Highly skilled in all aspects of recruiting, consistently delivering high-quality candidates while maintaining exceptional professionalism.
Ed M., Director of Sales
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Consistently provided a strong pool of qualified candidates, helping us hire talented individuals quickly and ensuring a smooth experience
Rocco T., Regional Sales Manager
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Filled two hard-to-hire roles in just one month, making the process seamless and delivering excellent candidates under tight deadlines.
Marian R., Sr. VP HR
Let us help you hire with confidence.
Faq
Unlike general recruiting firms that work across industries, we focus exclusively on manufacturing talent. Our team has direct industry experience and technical understanding, and our connection to Industry Sage Media gives us unique access to passive candidates engaged with industrial technology content.
We utilize our extensive industry networks along with the distribution and reach from our media company to promote and identify passive candidates who aren’t accessible through traditional channels.
We primarily focus on manufacturers, industrial and startups, and tech providers looking for talent in digital transformation and automation.
We don't rely solely on a "list" or "pool" of active candidates ready to send your way like most recruiting firms. We believe in identifying the perfect candidate and perfect fit for your roles, thus exhausting a variety of resources in a customized search process.
Ready to Stop Juggling Recruiting Alone?
Let's have a conversation about what's working, what's not, and how we can help you build the team you need.
What You'll Get in Your Consultation:
Current State Assessment
Review your current hiring challenges and bottlenecks
Custom Strategy
Tailored approach based on your specific needs and industry
Clear Next Steps
Actionable plan to start improving your hiring results
No obligation. No pressure. Just honest insights from manufacturing recruiting specialists.
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