Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Partner for Staffing Solutions
Furst Staffing has been a trusted staffing and recruiting partner since 1971, connecting talented individuals with leading employers across diverse industries. Our experienced recruiters prioritize understanding candidates' skills and career goals to match them with opportunities that align with their aspirations. With decades of expertise, we offer flexible staffing solutions including temporary, Furst-To-Hire, and direct hire services tailored to meet evolving business needs. Our commitment to personalized service extends to both job seekers and employers, ensuring candidates find roles that challenge and excite them while helping businesses access reliable talent.We serve Rockford, IL; Stockton, IL; Darlington, WI; and surrounding areas, maintaining a focus on community and long-term partnerships. Our team's average tenure of 12-13.5 years reflects our dedication to fostering professional growth and delivering consistent, high-quality service. We pride ourselves on transparent communication, ethical practices, and a genuine passion for creating successful employment connections that benefit individuals, families, and local economies.
Services
Temporary Staffing
Furst-To-Hire
Direct Hire
Executive Search
Professional Staffing
On-Site Solutions
Outplacement Services
HR Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of proven staffing expertise in the Midwest
- Dedicated industry-specific recruiters with deep market knowledge
- Flexible hiring options including temporary, Furst-To-Hire, and direct hire
- Local offices serving Rockford, IL; Darlington, WI; and surrounding areas
- Exceptional candidate screening and personalized placement services
Associations and certifications
- SHRM
What people say
Kept me working
Temp-to-hire opportunities
Outstanding communication
Helped find dream jobs
Professional and kind staff
Services
Temporary Staffing
Furst Staffing provides flexible temporary staffing solutions to cover workforce gaps, special projects, and seasonal demands. Our vetted candidates bring immediate value to client operations while offering employers cost-effective workforce management. This service helps businesses maintain productivity without long-term hiring commitments.
Furst-To-Hire
Our Furst-To-Hire program allows employers to evaluate candidates in real work environments before making permanent hiring decisions. This risk-mitigation approach combines temporary staffing benefits with direct hire assurance, ensuring optimal candidate-employer matches through performance-based selection.
Direct Hire
Furst Staffing's direct hire service delivers pre-screened, qualified candidates for immediate permanent positions. Our rigorous recruitment process includes skills assessments and reference checks to ensure candidates meet specific job requirements and cultural fit for long-term success.
Executive Search
Our executive search division specializes in identifying high-performing leaders for C-suite and senior management roles. Using retained and contingency search methodologies, we access elite talent pools to find strategic decision-makers who drive organizational growth and innovation.
Professional Staffing
FurstProfessionals division addresses specialized staffing needs in technical and professional fields. Industry-focused recruiters match qualified candidates with roles requiring specific certifications, technical expertise, and professional credentials across engineering, IT, and administrative sectors.
People
Darlene Furst
Founder and CEO
Darlene Furst established Furst Staffing in 1971, growing it from a direct-hire agency to a comprehensive staffing solutions provider. Her leadership emphasizes work-life balance and community values, shaping the company's inclusive culture and long-term client relationships.
Jennifer Furst
President
Jennifer Furst leads Furst Staffing's strategic direction with over 30 years of industry experience. She emphasizes meaningful employment's impact on communities, maintaining the company's founding principles while driving innovation in staffing solutions.
Suzanne Shelain
VP, Staffing Solutions
Suzanne Shelain oversees staffing operations with 25+ years of experience. She focuses on creating impactful candidate-employer connections, leveraging deep industry knowledge to develop staffing strategies that address evolving workforce challenges.
Elisa B.
Sr. Account Manager
Elisa B. brings 19 years of staffing expertise to her role, specializing in candidate development and client relations. She excels at creating career pathways for job seekers while delivering tailored staffing solutions that meet business objectives.
Courtney J.
Account Manager
Courtney J. combines technical recruitment expertise with personalized service, helping candidates achieve career goals while providing employers with qualified professionals. Her approach emphasizes relationship-building and understanding both parties' needs for successful placements.
Questions
What staffing solutions does FurstStaffing offer?
We provide temporary staffing, Furst-To-Hire, direct hire, executive search, and professional staffing solutions tailored to meet diverse workforce needs across multiple industries.
How does FurstStaffing match candidates with jobs?
Our recruiters conduct detailed consultations to understand skills, experience, and career goals, then leverage our extensive employer network to find optimal matches for temporary or permanent positions.
What industries does FurstStaffing serve?
We specialize in industrial, clerical, technical, professional, and executive staffing across Rockford, IL; Darlington, WI; and surrounding areas, with dedicated industry experts.
Can FurstStaffing help with immediate hiring needs?
Yes, our flexible staffing solutions address urgent workforce requirements through rapid candidate screening and placement services for temporary, project-based, or permanent roles.
How do I apply for jobs through FurstStaffing?
Visit our website to search openings or contact our local offices in Rockford, IL; Darlington, WI; or Stockton, IL to speak with a recruiter about available opportunities.
What makes FurstStaffing different from other agencies?
Our 50+ years of experience, local presence, dedicated industry specialists, and commitment to personalized service create better matches for both job seekers and employers.
Reviews (6)
Jermaine Robinson
May 26, 2022
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Great Temp Service. Been dealing with this Agency for years and they always landed me a good job. If you willing to work they got you good company.
Anthony Peck
May 17, 2022
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Furst staffing is the Platinum Standard in my book based on my experiences they tend to the clients needs they give you a opportunity to allow your talents to be seen by the companies they're involved with and the company I worked and work for reward Hard Work and Dependability so it has been my Pleasure to have been afforded the opportunity and I would strongly recommend furst staffing to anyone that wants to get ahead in Life by working hard and having a good personality while doing so.
Lawrence Tennial
May 07, 2022
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I would like to Thank Furst Staffing for providing Rockford Mass Transit with good, dependable, and quality personnel. Furst Staffing has stepped up and became the best staffing agency in Rockford. Thank You Elisa and your staff.
Fabiola Banuelos
Apr 26, 2022
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Staff Courtney Joy was super sweet and helpful in my job journey search. She made sure she found a good fit for me and even helped me to try and get higher starting salary. Courtney was very fast responding unlike other companies and knowledgeable of the company I was going to work for. Thanks Courtney for all your help!
Kasandra Streit
Apr 05, 2022
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Furst staffing has been the best staffing company I've ever worked for. I highly recommend then for anyone's needs for a JOB. I mainly worked with Courtney and she is so amazing and she goes out of her way to make sure she helps everyone and care about your friendship. Thank you so much Furst Staffing for everything.
Doreen Acevedo
Mar 28, 2022
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Furst staffing is a true blessing! I have worked with a few staffing agencies, and Furst is by far the BEST! Caitlyn is in my corner 100%! I have never been left in the dark with Furst! And that for me, is a first! Highly recommended
