Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Executive Recruitment Solutions
Founded in 1992, Stickle & Associates has been a trusted partner in executive search services for over 30 years. Our expertise lies in connecting industry-leading companies in pulp & paper, chemical, manufacturing, and renewable energy sectors with top-tier talent for hard-to-fill roles. As a family-run business, we combine traditional recruitment methods with cutting-edge technology to deliver precision-driven solutions. Our proven 5-step placement process has resulted in 15,000+ successful placements, emphasizing long-term retention and cultural alignment. We maintain a robust internal database and extensive industry connections to ensure ethical, efficient hiring tailored to both employer needs and candidate aspirations.Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in specialized recruitment, with a focus on niche industries requiring technical and operational expertise. With nationwide reach and a commitment to personalized service, we prioritize creating lasting partnerships that drive organizational growth and professional advancement. Our approach balances rigorous candidate screening with strategic matchmaking, ensuring every placement contributes to sustained business success. We serve as strategic partners for both employers seeking leadership talent and professionals pursuing career-defining opportunities.
Services
Executive Search
Chemical Industry Recruiting
Manufacturing Recruiting
Renewable Energy Recruiting
Pulp & Paper Recruiting
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in executive search for niche industries.
- We offer access to career-defining roles not publicly advertised.
- Our team consists of certified recruiters with specialized industry expertise.
- We implement a patented 5-step recruitment process for measurable results.
- We guarantee personalized attention tailored to organizational needs.
Services
Executive Search
We specialize in identifying executive-level candidates for C-suite, technical, and operational leadership roles across niche industries. Our proven 5-step process ensures precise matches through rigorous candidate evaluation and cultural alignment. With 30+ years of industry-specific expertise and 15,000+ successful placements, we deliver leaders who drive organizational growth and long-term success.
Pulp & Paper Recruiting
Our recruiting services focus on technical, operations, and leadership roles in pulp & paper manufacturing. We address industry challenges like talent shortages through specialized sourcing and experienced candidate screening. Our placements include plant managers, process engineers, and sustainability experts tailored to evolving production demands across the supply chain.
Chemical Industry Recruiting
We source qualified professionals for chemical manufacturing roles including engineers, specialists, and plant managers. Our deep industry knowledge enables matching candidates with complex technical requirements and regulatory compliance needs. We specialize in coatings, petrochemicals, and specialty chemical sectors with a focus on long-term retention.
Manufacturing Recruiting
We provide recruitment solutions for leadership and technical roles in plastics, metals, medical devices, and building products sectors. Our expertise addresses labor shortages through strategic sourcing of engineers, supply chain managers, and operations leaders. We emphasize cultural fit alongside technical qualifications for optimized workforce integration.
Renewable Energy Recruiting
Our services cover solar, wind, and sustainable engineering roles requiring specialized expertise in clean technology. We recruit project managers, engineers, and sustainability specialists aligned with industry growth trends. Our process ensures candidates meet evolving technical standards while supporting organizational environmental goals.
People
Harrison Stickle
President/Sr. Recruiter
Harrison joined in 2006 after graduating in Finance and Risk & Insurance. He specializes in pulp & paper and chemical industry placements, helping candidates navigate career transitions and retirement planning.
Robert Stickle
Vice President/Sr. Recruiter
Robert has led technical recruiting since 2005. His expertise in engineering, maintenance, and operations roles ensures seamless candidate-client matches through meticulous attention to detail and relationship-building.
Chad Wheeler
Sr. Recruiter
Chad joined in 2014 with a Psychology degree. He focuses on pulp, petrochemical, and chemical recruiting, leveraging psychological insight to identify candidates who align with organizational goals and culture.
Questions
What industries does Stickle & Associates specialize in?
We specialize in pulp & paper, chemical manufacturing, renewable energy, and industrial manufacturing sectors including metals, plastics, and building products.
What types of roles do you recruit for?
We focus on executive leadership, technical specialists, engineering professionals, and operations managers across niche industries requiring specialized expertise.
How does your 5-step placement process work?
Our process includes understanding client needs, sourcing candidates, prescreening through interviews and references, presenting top matches, and managing placement for long-term success.
Do you work with passive candidates?
Yes, we access exclusive professionals not actively seeking roles through our extensive internal database and industry network for confidential searches.
Are your services available nationwide?
Yes, we provide recruitment solutions across the United States, supporting both employers and candidates in major industry hubs.
