Positions We Specialize In
Senior Leadership
Director / VP for Operations, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, Engineering, Distribution
Manufacturing & Engineering
Mechanical Engineers, Process Engineers, Engineering Managers, Maintenance Managers / Supervisors
Supply Chain & Distribution
Distribution Managers, Procurement Professionals, Warehouse Operations, Demand, Supply
Skilled Trades & Production Management
Production Supervisors, CNC Operators, Sanitation / Quality Managers, Maintenance Technicians, Electricians
A High-Performance Recruitment Partner for Manufacturing & Supply Chain
JSK Recruiting is a boutique, high-touch recruitment firm specializing in manufacturing and supply chain talent. Led by Jeff Katz, a top 25 elite recruiter in the U.S., we outperform larger firms by delivering hand-selected, thoroughly vetted candidates who fit your company’s needs and culture. We cover food & beverage, consumer products, packaging/plastics, metal fabrication and other industrial manufacturing industries.
Our Proven Process
Step 1: Understanding Your Hiring Needs
We start by meeting with your leadership team to understand job specs, company culture and workforce challenges. Jeff personally visits client facilities to assess the work environment and leadership structure. We get to know what makes your company unique and what type of professional will thrive in your company.
Step 2: Proactive Candidate Sourcing
We don’t just rely on job boards—we tap into an exclusive network of 65,000+ candidates built over 22 years. We combine direct outreach (phone calls, personal referrals) with AI-driven recruitment tools to find top talent. Old school plus new technology = we find great candidates even in today’s competitive market.
Step 3: In-Depth Candidate Screening & Evaluation
Our team conducts in-depth phone interviews to dig deep into a candidate’s motivations, career goals and technical abilities. We verify employment history through multiple reference checks, speaking directly with past managers, peers and supervisors. Each candidate undergoes a cultural fit assessment based on your company’s environment, leadership style and expectations.
Step 4: Delivering the Best Candidates
We don’t flood your inbox with resumes—each candidate we submit is carefully selected, pre-qualified and ready to contribute immediately. On average we submit 3-5 candidates per role, with 85% of submitted candidates getting an interview. This focused approach saves you time and ensures you only talk to candidates who really fit your requirements.
Step 5: Final Hiring & Offer Acceptance
We guide both clients and candidates through the offer negotiation and hiring process, ensuring a smooth onboarding. Our 97.8% offer acceptance rate means the candidates we present are serious about the opportunity. When we recommend a candidate, you can be sure they’ll accept a reasonable offer.
Step 6: Long-Term Retention & Follow-Up
Our placements stay with companies for an average of 7.2 years – backed by a 5-year guarantee. We check in with both clients and hires post placement to ensure long-term success and satisfaction. This retention focused approach has resulted in many 20+ year placements including professionals who have built their entire careers with our client companies.
Why Manufacturing Companies Choose JSK Recruiting
Top 1% in the Industry
Jeff Katz places more candidates per year than entire recruitment teams at larger firms. While the average recruiter fills 15-25 positions annually, Jeff places 45-50 professionals each year.
Unmatched Network
80% of our placements come from direct referrals or passive candidate outreach, not online job postings. Our database grows by approximately 1,000 candidates monthly, all properly screened and categorized.
High Success Rate
We fill 1 in 3 contingency jobs (compared to the industry average of 25%) and 100% of retained searches. When you work with JSK Recruiting you increase your chances of finding the right candidate quickly.
Industry-Embedded Approach
We track labor market trends daily, visit manufacturing plants and understand the hiring challenges specific to the Upper Midwest. Jeff has toured hundreds of manufacturing facilities in the Chicago area and beyond, he has built unparalleled market knowledge since 2005.
Proven Retention & Fit
We don’t just place candidates—we build long-term relationships with a retention-first mindset. Our vetting process ensures candidates will align with your team and contribute to your success for years – not just weeks or months.
