Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Staffing Partner Since 2001
Professional Placement Services has been dedicated to transforming talent acquisition into meaningful professional relationships since 2001. Our approach combines decades of staffing expertise with a commitment to trust, transparency, and exceeding expectations. We specialize in connecting client partners with candidates who enhance both operational capabilities and organizational culture. Our process prioritizes ethical service and a deep understanding of business needs across manufacturing, logistics, trades, and technology-adjacent industries.With locations in Ohio, Texas, and Arizona, we deliver national reach while maintaining a localized approach. Our team of specialized recruiters leverages industry knowledge and strategic partnerships to source quality talent, achieving high retention rates and measurable results for clients. Testimonials highlight our ability to provide skilled workers, maintain rigorous screening standards, and deliver personalized service that differentiates us from temporary staffing agencies focused solely on quantity.
Services
Skilled Trades Staffing
Manufacturing Recruitment
Logistics Hiring
Temporary Staffing
Direct Hire Placement
Payroll Management
Executive Search
Contract-to-Hire Solutions
Workforce Consulting
Candidate Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We specialize in skilled trades recruitment with nationwide reach
- Our retention rates exceed industry standards through rigorous screening
- We maintain ethical practices with transparent communication
- We offer industry-specific expertise across manufacturing and logistics
- We provide personalized service with local office support
What people say
Quality workers consistently delivered
Exceptional screening process
High retention rates
Industry-specific expertise
Personalized service approach
Services
Skilled Trades Staffing
Specialized staffing solutions for industrial trades including millwrights, welders, and HVAC technicians. Our recruiters leverage deep industry knowledge to place qualified professionals in construction, manufacturing, and maintenance roles. Clients benefit from our nationwide network and rigorous candidate screening process that ensures technical proficiency and cultural fit.
Manufacturing Recruitment
Comprehensive staffing services for production environments including assembly line workers, quality control specialists, and plant supervisors. We understand the unique demands of manufacturing operations and provide candidates with proven track records in efficiency-driven settings. Our placements help maintain consistent production output and quality standards.
Logistics Hiring
Tailored recruitment solutions for warehousing, transportation, and distribution center operations. We source qualified personnel for roles ranging from forklift operators to logistics coordinators. Our candidates demonstrate reliability and understanding of inventory management systems to support seamless supply chain operations.
Executive Search
Targeted search services for senior management and specialized technical roles. Our consultants identify leaders with industry-specific expertise and strategic vision. We conduct thorough assessments to ensure executives align with organizational goals and corporate culture for long-term success.
Contract-to-Hire Solutions
Flexible staffing model allowing businesses to evaluate candidates in real work environments before making permanent hiring decisions. This approach reduces risk while providing access to pre-vetted professionals who demonstrate their capabilities through practical application.
People
Jennifer Merker
Manager
With over 15 years in staffing solutions, Jennifer specializes in matching skilled professionals with manufacturing and logistics companies. She focuses on understanding client operations to provide tailored recruitment strategies that drive business success.
Matt Jeffries
Manager
Matt brings extensive experience in workforce development, helping companies build effective teams through strategic talent acquisition. His approach combines industry knowledge with personalized service to meet evolving staffing challenges.
Cheryl Zehnder
Manager
Cheryl specializes in connecting skilled trades professionals with industrial clients. Her deep understanding of technical requirements ensures placements that enhance operational efficiency and safety compliance.
Brendan Gilday
Manager
Brendan focuses on logistics and supply chain staffing solutions. He works closely with clients to understand their unique operational needs and deliver qualified personnel that maintain workflow continuity.
Tim Szekely
Manager
Tim specializes in manufacturing recruitment with emphasis on production and quality control roles. His hands-on approach ensures candidates meet both technical specifications and workplace culture requirements.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in manufacturing, logistics, skilled trades, and technology-adjacent industries with dedicated recruiters for each sector.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
Our rigorous screening includes skills assessments, work history verification, and cultural fit evaluations to ensure qualified placements.
Do you offer temporary staffing solutions?
Yes, we provide temporary staffing with options to transition to permanent placements based on performance.
What geographic areas do you cover?
We serve Northeast Ohio with national capabilities through our network of regional offices in Texas and Arizona.
How quickly can you fill positions?
Our average placement time is 2-3 weeks depending on position complexity and specific requirements.
Do you provide workforce consulting services?
Yes, we offer strategic workforce planning and staffing optimization consulting to improve hiring efficiency.
Reviews (4)
The Truth
Jul 28, 2021
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Matt at the Solon, OH location is an awesome HR person. When i came in for the interview he said he was going to help me with the job i was applying for and he did everything he said he was going to do and more. Matt is how HR personnel should be. Thanks Matt
Brenda Phifer
Jun 16, 2020
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This regarding Stephen McCoy interaction with the agency. He feels they are very professional and they placed him with a company quickly.
Michael Hinton
Feb 25, 2020
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Don't waste your time and energy going here the recruiters are a big joke they have you come in to be interviewed and never send you on a job. They will tell you we will call you back and they never do so don't waste your time going there
Matt Jeffries
Apr 23, 2019
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Current Employee, Excellent work environment. Family owned and operated, outstanding service to our customers. A fabulous environment to grow my career.
