Your Manufacturing Executive Search Firm Partner

Innovative manufacturing is the backbone of America’s industry. We are proud to support your manufacturing success through nationwide retained executive placement of key leaders to help you gain a competitive advantage. As you can see in our portfolio list below, we have a track record of success across a mix of manufacturing operations. With our manufacturing executive recruitment track record, we can quickly find the leader to help you gain peace of mind and get your operations to the next level too.

The Top Manufacturing Executive Recruiter

At Herd Freed Hartz, we are a manufacturing executive search firm that specialize in identifying and placing top candidates who are not only highly qualified at enhancing manufacturing operational efficiencies, but are also pioneers of innovation, driving growth in this revitalizing landscape. We connect manufacturing companies with executive-level professionals who bring vast experience, operational excellence, and future-ready leadership.

Our approach combines deep industry knowledge with a refined executive search process that ensures we find leaders who are not merely fit for the manufacturing roles but are also equipped to shape the future of manufacturing professionals. The stakes are high, as the right executive can catapult your company to new heights.

Expertise in Manufacturing Executive Search: Crafting the Future of Manufacturing

As the US manufacturing industry experiences a robust resurgence, the demand for visionary leaders who can navigate complex challenges and seize emerging opportunities has never been greater. Recent data indicates a significant shift with more than 60% of manufacturing companies opting to reshore production to the United States due to global supply chain disruptions and the push for greater control and sustainability (National Association of Manufacturers, 2023).

That shift is expected to fuel a surging demand for experienced manufacturing executives. That makes it imperative that your organization have a process and a partner to help identify, recruit and retain top manufacturing leaders.

Investing in recruiting might be one of the smartest decisions that your company can make for its bottom line. According to McKinsey & Company, companies with strong leadership see a 33% higher return on operations and a significant boost in employee engagement and productivity. Building that leadership team starts with the hiring and executive recruitment process. At Herd Freed Hartz, we focus on cultural alignment and strategic fit, ensuring that your new talent is ready to inspire and lead in dynamic environments.

We understand that modern domestic manufacturing takes many different forms and our breadth of experience reflects that landscape. We have worked with a private-equity backed, $100M+ steel fabrication manufacturing operation at Patriot Erectors in Austin and a family-owned frozen pizza business behind the popular Wild Mike’s Pizza in Portland, OR.

A Proven Track Record in Executive Search: Where Expertise Meets Authentic Engagement

At Herd Freed Hartz, we believe that the essence of successful executive placement lies in authentic engagement with both our clients and candidates. Our firm stands out not only for our expertise in placing qualified candidates but also for our commitment to relationship based recruiting.

Whether you’re a mid-sized domestic manufacturing business or an international conglomerate with multiple brands, our tailored approach helps organizations fill key manufacturing leadership roles such as plant manager, vice president, and quality controllers.

We build lasting relationships that go beyond candidate placement. We offer onboarding support, timely communication and follow-up to ensure seamless transitions and sustained success. This personalized approach has resulted in a 95% retention rate of placed candidates over a two-year period, a testament to our ability to place the right talent with the right company.

Innovative Recruitment Strategies: Adapting to the Evolving Manufacturing Industry

The manufacturing sector is evolving rapidly, influenced by technological advancements and changing market demands, manufacturing recruiters must evolve too. To stay ahead, companies must adapt not just in their operations but also in how they recruit and retain top talent. 

Our recruiting firm leverages cutting-edge recruitment technologies and methodologies to identify manufacturing professionals who are not only proficient in current best practices but are also visionaries in workforce development and technological integration. This ensures that the leadership talent we deliver can drive your company forward in an increasingly competitive sector that has been transformed by technology.

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Manufacturing

“Your search for exceptional manufacturing leadership ends here. Partner with us to tap into a pool of preeminent candidates who embody the resilience, ingenuity, and forward-thinking necessary to thrive in the modern manufacturing era.

Whether you’re seeking executive search support to fill manufacturing roles, align your leadership team, or build a pipeline of manufacturing experts, our team is here to help. Let’s connect to explore how we can support your search needs and long-term business success.

What our Placements and Partners are Saying:
“You did a solid job of understanding what we were looking for, culture fit, listening to our team and crafted a nationwide search. You recruited quality candidates, helpful insight and guided our process on a President &; COO as well as CFO search key hires.” – Parley Dixon, CEO Patriot Erectors.

“You placed me here and then I came back to hiring Herd Freed Hartz for our CFO search which was a great experience. We had multiple fantastic candidates to choose from. You are the biggest bang for the buck and enjoyable to work with!”

– Christy Pettey, Chief People Officer, Kwik Lok