Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Employment Partner in Freeport, IL
Established in Freeport and expanding across the Midwest, Hughes Resources brings over 140 years of staffing and recruiting experience to local communities. Our deep regional roots and tailored HR solutions foster career advancement for individuals while driving business growth for companies. We specialize in connecting thousands of job seekers with hundreds of leading employers annually, ensuring mutual success through personalized service and industry expertise. Our commitment to community and professional growth is reflected in our active participation in local boards and events. With a focus on swift, long-term employment solutions, we deliver qualified candidates within 24-48 hours, reducing downtime for employers while offering job seekers expedited placement services.Our team's dedication to excellence and genuine care for client success has earned a 98% satisfaction rating. Through continuous referrals and networking, we maintain a robust talent network supported by a full-time marketing team. Our adherence to high industry standards, including membership in the American Staffing Association, ensures reliable and ethical service. By understanding the unique needs of both employers and job seekers, we facilitate matches that foster lasting professional relationships and regional economic health.
Services
Clerical Staffing
Industrial Staffing
Professional Recruiting
HR Consulting
Temporary Placements
Executive Search
Career Development
Workforce Solutions
Employer Services
Job Placement
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer over 140 years of combined staffing expertise across the Midwest.
- Our team delivers qualified candidates within 24-48 hours for urgent hiring needs.
- We maintain a robust talent network through continuous referrals and networking.
- Our recruiters earn Certified Staffing Professional (CSP) credentials within one year.
- We actively participate in local community boards and economic development initiatives.
Associations and certifications
- American Staffing Association (ASA)
What people say
Excellent service
Quick job placement
Professional team
Community-focused
Tailored solutions
Services
Clerical Staffing
We connect employers with skilled administrative professionals for temporary, permanent, and executive roles. Our vetted candidates include data entry specialists, receptionists, and office managers ready to support business operations. Employers benefit from our rigorous screening process that ensures candidates possess both technical capabilities and workplace adaptability. Our service reduces hiring risks while providing flexible staffing solutions that scale with business needs.
Industrial Staffing
Specializing in production, logistics, and manufacturing roles, we supply qualified industrial workers for both short-term projects and long-term placements. Our candidates receive safety training and equipment operation certifications to meet industry standards. Employers gain access to reliable talent pools that maintain operational continuity while reducing recruitment overhead. We focus on matching technical skills with specific workplace requirements for optimal performance.
Professional Recruiting
We place highly qualified professionals in specialized roles across accounting, IT, marketing, and HR sectors. Our recruitment process combines industry expertise with personalized candidate assessment to ensure cultural and technical fit. Employers receive curated candidate shortlists with verified credentials, while professionals gain access to career advancement opportunities. Our service emphasizes long-term placement success over transactional hiring.
People
Vanessa Hughes Resources
CEO
Owner and Chief Executive Officer of Hughes Resources with 21+ years of leadership experience. Transformed a local staffing branch into a regional firm while maintaining community involvement through board positions at Freeport Art Museum and State Bank Freeport.
Sally Noble
VP, Recruiting
Vice President of Recruiting with expertise in technical writing and project management. Oversees professional recruiting division operations and contributes to volunteer organizations including Freeport Noon Rotary Club and Lincoln-Douglas Society.
Mariah Leiser
VP, Finance & Administration
Finance & Administration leader with CPA credentials. Manages payroll, healthcare, and financial operations while balancing family responsibilities with community involvement in Freeport Art Museums initiatives.
Carolyn Mitchell
VP, Marketing & Sales
Marketing & Sales leader with engineering background. Drives brand strategy and revenue growth while serving on The Greater Freeport Partnership board and volunteering at local church organizations.
Stephanie Richardson
Regional Manager
Regional Manager with 20+ years of postal service experience. Oversees staffing operations in Dixon and Aurora while leveraging organizational skills to build client relationships and foster team collaboration.
Questions
What services does Hughes offer for job seekers?
We provide job placement assistance, career development resources, and access to thousands of employment opportunities across multiple industries.
How quickly can Hughes help fill urgent staffing needs?
We deliver qualified candidates within 24-48 hours through our expedited placement services for urgent hiring requirements.
Which geographic areas does Hughes serve?
We operate across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota with local offices in key regional markets.
What industries does Hughes specialize in?
We serve diverse sectors including clerical, industrial, manufacturing, logistics, and professional roles across multiple industries.
Does Hughes offer HR consulting services?
Yes, we provide tailored HR solutions including compliance support, workforce management, and operational efficiency consulting.
Reviews (6)
Aubra Aubra Realtor Palermo
May 12, 2022
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So helpful! Saves us time and money. Narrows down and filters through the applicants for us. Helps with all our staffing needs. As well as supporting so much in our local communities.
Tippett
Jan 26, 2022
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Seen a lamb with a bug on it in my bowl of chili after sweeping up the wind for better aerodynamics but sadly only resulted in a broken break pad
Marlon Maxey
Jul 27, 2021
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Nice place, staff is very nice and professional, all around it was a pleasant experience, and I got work.
M. Guevara
Mar 30, 2021
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Moved here to Freeport from Arizona and was not familiar with area. The staff here found me a great job super fast and they were always friendly and professional.
Tierre Edwards
Feb 21, 2021
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The Staff at Hughes Resources are very friendly and helpful. The response time for updates and job opportunities are very fast, plus the variety of jobs that are available are unlimited. I recommend anyone that is looking for any employment in the surrounding areas of Freeport IL, Dixon IL, Monroe or Beloit WI, to look in to the available jobs they have you will not be disappointed.
Stacey Brown
Feb 14, 2021
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Hughes Resources has a very helpful, friendly, and professional staffing team. The Freeport location is best, they work very proficiently to get jobs for their employees. If anyone is looking for employment, I would definately recommend them to work with Hughes Resources.
