Our Services
For over 50 years, SRI has been dedicated to aligning our objectives with our clients' to provide exceptional talent solutions through retained search, contingent placement, and contract staffing. Our proprietary search and placement methodology ensures swift and precise results, earning us the reputation of being the preferred and trusted partner for our clients' talent requirements.

Our Process

Contact SRI today! Share your challenge with us, and we will match you with a consultant who has the expertise to meet your specific needs.

Your consultant will conduct a thorough needs analysis, which may include an on-site visit if necessary. During this process, they will help you determine the approach towards solving your needs.

Once we have finalized our strategy and determined the proper solution, SRI commences the search process!

Once we have finalized our strategy and determined the proper solution, SRI commences the search process!
Our Guarantees
Mutual Satisfaction
At SRI, both our clients and candidates anticipate mutual success when engaging with us. We are dedicated to achieving the perfect fit. Our consultants prioritize active listening during needs analysis and interviewing phases, offering valuable feedback throughout the placement process, and facilitating win-win negotiations to ensure satisfaction for all parties involved.
High-Performing Candidates
SRI employs a rigorous prescreening process, conducting one-on-one interviews exclusively with candidates who meet our initial criteria. Our seasoned consultants excel at uncovering qualities and potential beyond what's listed on a resume. SRI candidates are high achievers with the capabilities to deliver tangible bottom-line results.
Deliverables
SRI seamlessly integrates with each of our clients, adeptly recruiting and delivering top-performing talent to assemble world-class teams. We operate with the high-level urgency demanded by today's employment market, ensuring swift and effective execution. At SRI, we provide Talent for Success.
Our Client Testimonials
“Tony and his team at SRI are pivotal in providing us high caliber staffing to fill critical roles for us at breakneck speeds. In a satellite office where we have less than 20 people on site, skill is just as much a qualification as personality fit to the organization. In today’s job market, it is very time consuming to find the right fit to fill multi-faceted, niche positions but I can always trust Tony and his team to provide me with the best available candidates in short order. As an example, we lost a buyer-planner in the midst of our busy season, the SRI team had three excellent candidates to me in less than a week. As a result, we were able to keep the process running with no expensive hiccups and go on to our highest grossing year in production by +25%!! “
Former Director of Operations, Global Outdoor Products Manufacturer“Nick Cooney and the SRI team helped place me with my career/future working for a Medical Device Contract Manufacturer back in 2012. Today, I am still with the same company. I started as a Quality Specialist, and now, a Global Quality Director managing multiple sites. Because of the validated experience that Nick and the SRI team has with sourcing the RIGHT candidates for the positions, we rely and trust Nick and the SRI Team to deliver. Nick has sourced me with my entire Quality Assurance team which consists of 4 experienced Quality Engineers, 1 Quality Supervisor, and many other temporary contractors within the past 10-12 years, let alone he has also sourced some key leadership positions within the business units.”
-Human Resource Manager, $700M, Manufacturer of Commercial Products
Director, Global Quality Ops, Contract Manufacturer and Assembler“I’ve had the absolute pleasure of working with Tony Agnello for over 20 years through 3 different organizations and 2 vastly different industries. Tony has been our HR team’s go-to recruiter and the first call that we make when we have a difficult position to fill. He’s been able to quickly understand our needs and the skillset of candidates that work best in our organization. We’ve thrown some tough and very niche positions at him throughout the years, and he’s come through every time with incredible candidates. I couldn’t recommend working with Tony and the SRI team more!”
CHRO, NBA Franchise“As my company’s HR leader, I have used SRI, Chris Murray and Chris Glanzman for a number of searches over the years. The search firm and Chris M and Chris G, have understood the company culture, listened to our needs and developed a compressive search strategy delivering many qualified candidates. I highly recommend SRI and their team If you are searching for manufacturing leadership or front of the house supervisory/management team members.“
-Executive Director Speciality Services, $383.5M, Automotive Industry
HR Leader, Food Manufacturer“Having worked with Tony at SRI since arriving in Chicago 17 years ago, he has placed many candidates with me over the years. Unlike many recruiters, Tony prefers to work with a tight brief and take a targeted head-hunting approach to finding and pre-qualifying relevant candidates. This enables me to invest time focusing on a smaller group of suitable candidates – it’s an efficient and successful process. From heavy-hitting Business Developers to mid-weight Concept Designers and everything in-between, SRI has placed tons of candidates with me, many of whom are still in place. I would (and have) highly recommended them to connections inside and outside of my industry.”
-VP of Manufacturing, $500M, Packaging, Paper and Printing Industry
President, POP and Retail Fixture Firm“I’ve worked with SRI and Ryan Fier for over 15 years. Ryan always finds the right candidate for the job! He’s helped me personally and found qualified candidates in a wide range of difficult work environments. SRI and Ryan recently filled two open positions with great success for our team. Ryan takes the time to study the opportunity and his client. This is the personal touch that ensures the right candidate for the job. We look forward to working with them in the future.”
Plant Manager, Safety Products Manufacturer“SRI has been a provider of staffing services with our company for over 20 years. They are attentive to our business needs, provide timely responses with good quality candidates, and always striving to be a top resource. They are on it every step of the way.”
Human Resource Manager, Aerospace Company“I have been working with SRI since 2016 and they have consistently helped us source and place high-quality candidates at our company. When I think of our highest performing team members and longest tenured team members, most of them were referred through SRI. SRI partners with us throughout the entire search process and even when we are not engaged in an active search, they reach out to stay in touch so they truly understand the ebbs and flows and needs of the business. It has truly been a pleasure to work with the SRI Team and I look forward to our continued partnership in the years to come.”
General Manager, Furniture Manufacturer"I've had the pleasure of knowing Tony Agnello for the last 14 years. Tony and SRI literally changed the course of my career. It was through Tony and SRI's recruitment that allowed me to join a company that I love working for. I've been able to promote at various levels to where I am currently and without that fateful conversation with Tony 14 years ago, I know I wouldn't be in the position that I'm in now. In addition, I've worked with Tony and SRI to assist in filling open positions at the same company with successful results. Tony always periodically checks in with me, so I have a deep respect and gratitude for what he and SRI have done for me personally. I'd recommend SRI and Tony in a heartbeat."
-Director, IT Operations & Infrastructure, $9.4B, Consumer Products
Director of Validations, Health Company“We've had the pleasure of collaborating with Chris and his team for several years now in our recruiting efforts. Their professionalism and approachability have consistently stood out, making every interaction productive and enjoyable. Chris and his team are incredibly responsive, promptly addressing any inquiries and offering invaluable expertise to ensure we find the right team members.”
-HR Manager, $120M, Consumer Products
Director Human Resources, Foodservice Company“Working with SRI and Chris Murray has been an absolute game-changer for our organization. The team demonstrates a deep understanding of our hiring needs from the get-go, swiftly providing us with top-tier candidates who meet our needs. The team is responsive, and proactive, and ensures our hiring needs are met promptly and efficiently. I highly recommend SRI to any organization seeking top-notch staffing solutions. They are truly a cut above the rest!”
-VP of Human Resources, $100M, Printing Industry
Human Resources, Power Delivery Company“Have been working with Chris and his team for several years. They are very professional and approachable. Always respond to inquiries quickly and provide relevant information, expertise to help find right team members.”
- Head, Enterprise Strategy, $6B Healthcare Company
Vice President of Quality, Supply Chain, and PM, Power Delivery Company“Wanted to send you a note thanking you for your continued efforts and support on this EH&S Manager role. The work you've been doing doesn't go unnoticed. It may seem a little taxing at times but you've done a great job with continuing to get candidates interested and in process in a particularly tough market. EH&S is tough, including how tough it is to find the right candidate for the needs of the site. A true testament to Ernest's perseverance through the many challenges that you've been facing and still being able to deliver quality candidates to us. Thank you again for your support!”
-Sr. Client Services Consultant, $2.07B, Aerospace and Defense
HR Manager, $12 Billion Food Manufacturer“Working with Mike has been fantastic. Mike has helped us fill numerous positions (Materials Manager, Buyer, and Strategic Sourcing Specialist) and finds amazing candidates every time. Mike is timely, organized, and dedicated to his work. It's a pleasure to work with Mike and I'm extremely grateful to have the opportunity to partner with him.”
Write your caption hereHuman Resources, Appliance Component Manufacturer“I have been partnering with Paul and SRI for the last 10 years, and he is my go-to resource for any recruiting needs! Not only does he listen so carefully to ensure he understands exactly what I’m looking for, but he helps me understand the market and how certain aspects at that moment may impact our search. Paul is a great asset and a true extension of our HR team.”
Write your caption hereVice President, Human Resources, Packaging Manufacturer“SRI is a great resource for our company’s temporary staffing needs. We have been partnering with them for over 5yrs and it has always been a great experience. From our first interaction to finding the right candidate, I know I can count on SRI. Chris is wonderful to work with and is quick to respond.”
Write your caption hereHuman Resources, POP Display Company“We have very high standards towards candidates for both technical skills and cultural fit. SRI has taken the time to understand us and our business. This has led them to be successful in filling roles in Operations, Sourcing and Engineering at our division. Lots of agencies have tried to build relationships with us. SRI are one of a very small number who have shown the dedication and professionalism necessary to do so successfully.”
Write your caption hereHuman Resources Manager, Tool Manufacturer“I highly recommend Ryan Nedolast for any recruiting needs. Ryan has consistently demonstrated exceptional skills in finding top-tier candidates. He's been instrumental in aiding our organization with key hires, showcasing his ability to source quality talent efficiently. Ryan's responsiveness and dedication to our recruiting efforts have made him an invaluable asset. He doesn't just fulfill his role; he actively partners with us, understanding our needs and aligning his efforts accordingly. In short, Ryan Nedolast is a true business partner who consistently delivers results.”
Write your caption herePeople Manager, Aerospace Company“For the last 11 years we have had the pleasure of working with Mike Beck at SRI for our recruitment needs, and I can confidently say that he has played a pivotal role in transforming our staffing processes. Mike's approach to recruitment is exceptionally thorough—he invests significant time in understanding not just the technical requirements of the position but also the cultural fit, which our company highly values. Mike's attention to detail, coupled with his quick responsiveness, makes him a reliable recruitment partner. He has an outstanding ability to act swiftly, saving us numerous times when time was of the essence. Thanks to Mike's efforts, we have welcomed employees who have become instrumental in enhancing our operational efficiencies and boosting our bottom line. His contributions have been invaluable, and we look forward to continuing our successful partnership with him and SRI.”
Write your caption herePresident, Container Manufacturer"My partnership with SRI has truly exceeded expectations! Their prompt communication and ability to present top-tier candidates have been exceptional. Mike invested time in understanding my specific needs, revitalizing my stalled search with swift and effective action. Thanks to SRI, we've welcomed an outstanding employee who consistently surpasses expectations. Our new supervisor exemplifies professionalism, enhancing our team dynamic. Grateful for SRI’s unwavering commitment to finding us the perfect match. Here's to a promising future together!"
Write your caption hereTalent and Alignment Specialist, Laminated Films Manufacturer“The entire process of obtaining candidates from SRI is made very simple. You literally tell them what your struggle is with talent, and they will make sure they “go to work” and source the right person for you. Furthermore, the relationship they build with you during the process and even after the process is amazing. Being in management, I have employed dozens upon dozens of recruiting services and nothing compares to the level of treatment you receive from Nick and the SRI team.”
Write your caption hereDirector, Global Quality Ops, Contract Manufacturer and Assembler