Staffing the People Who Keep the Region's Plants Running

Nehez Recruiting, headquartered in Allen Park, Michigan, helps manufacturers throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois, including every facility within 100 miles of Detroit, find skilled production talent fast. Call 313-254-4429 to speak with a recruiter.

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Manufacturing Talent Across the Midwest Industrial Belt

Manufacturing floors run on more than machines. They run on the people who operate, inspect, and maintain them. Nehez Recruiting sources talent across every level of production for employers throughout the region:

  • Machine operators trained on automotive-grade equipment
  • Quality technicians who catch problems before they reach the line
  • Production supervisors who keep shifts on schedule
  • Skilled trades, including welders, machinists, and tool-and-die specialists
  • Assembly and line technicians experienced in high-volume environments

Why Choose Nehez Recruiting

  • 25 years serving manufacturers across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois
  • Independently owned boutique firm with a small, close-knit team
  • Founder has 15 years of direct automotive industry experience
  • Specialized focus rather than a generalist, high-volume staffing model
  • Candidates screened for retention, not just resume keywords
  • Regional network spanning Detroit, Toledo, Fort Wayne, and Chicago
  • No referral gimmicks, just proven sourcing relationships
  • Placements typically in the $100,000 to $250,000 range for technical roles

Why Manufacturers Struggle to Hire Alone


Open production roles don't just sit empty. They slow every shift around them. This shortage isn't unique to any one city; manufacturers across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois report the same difficulty finding qualified, reliable production staff. Nehez Recruiting already has that relationship built before the role opens.

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The Nehez Recruiting Placement Process

  • Needs assessment covering shift, skill set, and plant culture
  • Direct outreach to pre-vetted manufacturing talent across the region
  • Skills verification before any candidate is presented
  • Interview coordination to save your team time
  • Follow-through after placement to confirm long-term fit

What Employers Want to Know

  • Do you place both hourly and salaried manufacturing roles?

    Yes, from machine operators to production supervisors and technical leads.

  • Can you help with urgent, short-staffed situations?

    An established candidate network allows for faster turnaround than a standard job posting alone.

  • How far does your service area extend?

    Nehez Recruiting serves manufacturers across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois, and within 100 miles of Detroit.

  • What makes a boutique recruiting firm different from a staffing agency?

    A boutique firm focuses on fewer, better-matched candidates rather than high-volume placements, which typically leads to stronger retention.

Fill Your Next Manufacturing Role

Skip the resume pile. Nehez Recruiting connects you directly with manufacturing talent ready to work, no matter where your plant is located in the region. Call 313-254-4429 today.

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