Employers

Your Trusted Partner in Executive Recruiting

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At Stickle & Associates, we know that hiring the right talent is critical to your company’s success. With over 30+ years of experience and a proven track record of 15,000+ successful placements, we specialize in connecting businesses with top-tier candidates for executive, technical, and hard-to-fill roles.


From sourcing Plant Managers to recruiting C-suite executives, we deliver results that drive long-term growth for your organization.

Why Partner with Stickle & Associates?

Industry Expertise

Our recruiters have deep knowledge of pulp & paper, chemical, manufacturing, and renewable energy industries, enabling us to understand your unique hiring challenges.

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We’ve built long-standing relationships with leading companies by consistently delivering top talent.

Tailored Solutions

Every search is customized to your company’s goals, culture, and technical requirements.

Confidentiality You Can Trust

We handle sensitive roles discreetly and professionally, ensuring a seamless hiring process.

Our 5-Step Placement Process

We take the complexity out of hiring with a proven 5-step process designed to ensure you find the right candidate for your team:

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Step 1: Define Your Needs

We begin with a thorough consultation to understand your company’s culture, goals, and specific hiring needs.

Step 3: Screen and Evaluate

Every candidate undergoes rigorous prescreening, interviews, and reference checks to ensure they meet your expectations.

Step 5: Placement and Follow-Up

We assist with negotiations, onboarding, and post-placement follow-up to ensure a successful hire and long-term satisfaction.

Step 2: Source Exceptional Talent

Using our extensive database, industry network, and modern tools, we identify both active and passive candidates who match your requirements

Step 4: Present the Top Candidates

We provide a curated list of candidates who not only meet technical qualifications but are also aligned with your organizational values.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What kinds of executive search & recruiting services does Stickle & Associates offer to employers?

    Stickle & Associates specializes in executive search, technical recruiting, and filling hard-to-fill roles such as Plant Managers, C-suite executives, process engineers, quality assurance leads, and other leadership or niche technical positions. They provide tailored recruiting solutions with deep industry expertise in pulp and paper, chemical, manufacturing, and renewable energy sectors.

  • How does Stickle & Associates ensure confidentiality during the hiring process?

    They handle sensitive or senior-level roles with discretion and professionalism, protecting both your company's information and the candidates’ privacy. Their process is structured so that each step—from initial consultation to final placement—is managed through secure, trusted channels.

  • What is the 5-step placement process that Stickle & Associates uses with employers?

    The 5-step process begins with defining your needs, including company culture and technical requirements, then sourcing exceptional talent through their network. After sourcing, they screen and evaluate candidates with interviews and reference checks, present the top candidates that match your values, and finally, handle placement and follow-up to ensure success after the hire.

  • Which industries does Stickle & Associates recruit for, and why is industry specialization important?

    They recruit for pulp and paper, chemical, manufacturing, and renewable energy industries. Industry specialization matters because each field has its own technical skills, regulatory requirements, and culture. Specialized recruiters understand those nuances, so they can find candidates who not only meet the job specs but also fit into the company’s industry-specific environment.

  • How does working with Stickle & Associates benefit my company compared to doing hiring in-house?

    Working with Stickle & Associates gives you access to a large database and network of both active and passive candidates, saving you time and resources. You get a process designed for speed and precision, tailored to your company’s culture and hiring goals, which often results in better candidate fits and lower turnover.

Specialized Recruiting for Your Industry

We understand that every industry is unique, and so are its hiring needs. Stickle & Associates specializes in recruiting for key industries, including:

Pulp & Paper

Process Engineers, Operations Managers, and Plant Managers.

Chemical

Chemical Engineers, Maintenance Directors, and Coatings Specialists.

Manufacturing

Supply Chain Directors, Quality Assurance Leads, and Technical Specialists.

Renewable Energy

Energy Engineers, Project Managers, and Sustainability Experts.

Our Commitment to Excellence

Speed & Precision

We prioritize efficiency without compromising quality, ensuring your positions are filled quickly and accurately.

Ethical Practices

Our team is committed to conducting business with integrity at every stage of the recruitment process.

Results-Driven Approach

We measure success by the impact our placements have on your business’s growth and stability.

Let’s Build Your Team

Finding the right talent doesn’t have to be a challenge. At Stickle & Associates, we take the guesswork out of recruiting by delivering highly qualified candidates who make an immediate impact.


Contact us today for a free consultation and let’s discuss how we can support your hiring needs.