Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Staffing & HR Solutions in South Bend, IN
Founded in 2001, Specialized Staffing has established itself as a premier provider of staffing and HR solutions across the Midwest. Our mission centers on empowering individuals through meaningful work while delivering tailored workforce solutions to businesses in diverse sectors including manufacturing, education, and engineering. With certifications from WBENC, NMSDC, and SHRM, we combine industry expertise with a commitment to accountability, sustainability, and community engagement. Our approach integrates cutting-edge technology with personalized service, ensuring seamless talent acquisition and retention for clients. We prioritize pre-employment testing, compliance verification, and comprehensive onboarding to guarantee a perfect fit for both employers and candidates.Recognized for our high Net Promoter Score and innovative programs like financial wellness and employee recognition, we strive to be a trusted partner in workforce development. Our leadership team brings decades of experience in lean management, HR consulting, and technical services, driving continuous improvement and client satisfaction. Operating onsite locations in Indiana, Michigan, and Kansas, we serve industries ranging from light industrial to professional services. By fostering a culture of appreciation and investing in employee growth, we bridge talent gaps and drive organizational success for our clients.
Services
Staffing Solutions
HR Consulting
Project-Based Staffing
Contract-to-Hire
Direct Hire
Onsite Model
Business Process Outsourcing
Pre-Employment Testing
Employee Onboarding
Workforce Training
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in staffing and HR solutions across the Midwest.
- Our team includes SHRM-certified consultants and Six Sigma experts.
- We offer tailored staffing programs for industries like manufacturing and engineering.
- We maintain a 82% Net Promoter Score for client satisfaction.
- We prioritize diversity as a certified Women/Minority Owned Business.
Associations and certifications
- WBENC
- NMSDC
- SHRM
- SPHR
- Black Belt
- Ecovadis
What people say
Exceptional service
Strong community focus
Innovative programs
Certified experts
Reliable staffing
Services
Staffing Solutions
We provide customized staffing solutions for temporary, contract, and permanent roles across industries. Our process includes talent attraction, pre-employment testing, and compliance verification to ensure qualified candidates. Clients benefit from reduced hiring risks and streamlined workforce management.
HR Consulting
Our SHRM-certified consultants offer strategic HR solutions, including compliance training, lean management, and process optimization. We help businesses align HR practices with organizational goals while ensuring regulatory adherence and operational efficiency.
Project-Based Staffing
We supply skilled professionals for short-term projects without long-term employment commitments. This service ensures project success through rapid deployment of vetted talent in industrial, administrative, and professional roles.
Contract-to-Hire
This model allows employers to evaluate candidates in real-world settings before permanent hiring decisions. We manage payroll and benefits during the contract period, reducing risk and ensuring cultural fit.
Business Process Outsourcing
We handle end-to-end HR functions like payroll, benefits administration, and compliance for clients. This service reduces operational burdens, allowing businesses to focus on core activities while ensuring regulatory compliance.
People
Jacqueline Barton
President & Founder
Jacqueline founded Specialized Staffing in 2001 to transform the staffing industry. She oversees daily operations and drives innovation in talent acquisition strategies while maintaining a focus on community impact.
Taira Nelson
Vice President of Client Success
Taira leads client-focused solutions with expertise in HR compliance and lean management. As a SHRM-certified professional, she ensures operational standards exceed client expectations through process-driven strategies.
Emma Jordan
Vice President of Professional Services
Emma specializes in high-volume recruiting and solutions-based staffing programs. Her strategic approach to talent acquisition drives client growth and addresses complex workforce challenges in competitive markets.
Brenda Sepulveda
Director of Marketing
Brenda leads digital transformation and employer branding initiatives. Her expertise in multi-channel marketing and analytics enhances candidate engagement and positions the company as an industry leader.
Jamison Coffin
Director of Technical Services
Jamison aligns technology solutions with organizational goals as a seasoned IT professional. He fosters innovation through cross-functional collaboration, ensuring secure and efficient technical operations.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve manufacturing, education, engineering, hospitality, finance, and professional services industries with tailored staffing solutions.
How does your contract-to-hire process work?
Candidates work temporarily while employers assess fit. We handle payroll and benefits during evaluation, reducing risk for permanent hiring.
Are you a certified minority-owned business?
Yes, we are certified by WBENC and NMSDC as a Women/Minority Owned Business.
How can job seekers apply?
Visit our Job Board online to browse openings, submit applications, and access resume-building resources.
What HR consulting services do you offer?
We provide compliance training, lean management, payroll administration, and strategic workforce planning services.
Do you operate outside Indiana?
Yes, we serve Michigan, Kansas, and onsite locations nationwide through our staffing partnerships.
Reviews (7)
Sean Rodrigues
Jan 13, 2022
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This place is very nice and they will help you get a good fit job. And if you need help when in the lab. They will help you with anything
This place is very nice and they will help you get a good fit job. And if you need help when in the lab. They will help you with anything
Jessica Melson
Jan 12, 2022
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This is by far best service i ever used. Very helpful and always there help and get threw the process. Make things wirk fit u
This is by far best service i ever used. Very helpful and always there help and get threw the process. Make things wirk fit u
Joquayvious Hegler
Jan 11, 2022
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Ashten and Cameo are the best recruiters in Kalamazoo. They will help you find a job and they keep it real. If you need a job hit up Specialized Staffing.
Ashten and Cameo are the best recruiters in Kalamazoo. They will help you find a job and they keep it real. If you need a job hit up Specialized Staffing.
Zoey Golston
Jan 10, 2022
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Specialized is great! I love Cameo! She is very helpful, very friendly, and you can tell she cares. She has really had such a positive impact on the way I view staffing agencies. Shes the best out there!
Specialized is great! I love Cameo! She is very helpful, very friendly, and you can tell she cares. She has really had such a positive impact on the way I view staffing agencies. Shes the best out there!
Shane Morgan
Jan 09, 2022
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My name is Shane Morgan and I really do recommend coming here to get a job, I have quit on them numerous times and they took me back when they shouldn't of lbvs they always find me a job quick and fast wich is what I love about specialized staffing.
My name is Shane Morgan and I really do recommend coming here to get a job, I have quit on them numerous times and they took me back when they shouldn't of lbvs they always find me a job quick and fast wich is what I love about specialized staffing.
Daniel Greene
Jan 06, 2022
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You have to go in knowing that you'll have to do some research and footwork on your own as you honestly should, but the people here will help you the best they can to get you where you can be working and financially stable. Look for Cameo, she helps a lot.
Nicole Burdette
Jan 04, 2022
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Cameo and her staff were so extremely friendly and helpful when I was there! Great customer service and you could tell they love what they do!
Cameo and her staff were so extremely friendly and helpful when I was there! Great customer service and you could tell they love what they do!
